Legal Staff Paralegal in New York City, NY

Public Interest

New York City, NY

Legal Staff Paralegal in New York City, NY

Legal Staff

No

Salary Information: $53,295 - $81,795

Job Title: Paralegal I, Main Switchboard

Experience: Previous experience managing a switchboard preferred

The Legal Aid Society is seeking a Paralegal I for their Main Switchboard at their Headquarters in Manhattan. This position offers a salary range of $53,295 - $81,795 and a generous benefits package including health insurance, paid vacation, and more. The ideal candidate will have previous experience managing a switchboard and will be responsible for answering all ,795
- Generous benefits package including health insurance, paid vacation, and more
- Qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness and other loan forgiveness programs
- Assistance for New York residents with loan repayments
- Equal Employment Opportunity employer, prohibits discriminatory employment actions
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace

How to Apply:

- All applications must be completed online via the career portal
- Submit a cover letter and resume as a combined PDF
- Technical difficulties or questions can be emailed to

Work Authorization:

- All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship for a work visa or permit
- Legal Aid Society is unable to sponsor employment visas or permits, but can provide necessary documentation for TN visas for citizens of Canada and Mexico

About the Organization:

- Established in 1876, The Legal Aid Society's mission is to provide equal justice to all New Yorkers regardless of their financial situation
- Civil, Criminal Defense, and Juvenile Rights Practices handle over 300,000 cases annually
- Shared Services Department consolidates business functions for reliable and cost-effective results
- Main Switchboard managed by Paralegal I and serves as central hub for all calls to Legal Aid's main phone number
- Dedicated to building strong relationships with clients and colleagues while continuously learning about identity, bias, and systemic forms of oppression.