Law Associate (NYHELP Program) Vacancy (County Attorney)

ONEIDA COUNTY GOVERNMENT NOTICE OF VACANCY

DEPARTMENT: County Attorney

CIVIL SERVICE TITLE: Law Associate (NYHELP Program)

CLASSIFICATION TYPE : Non-Competitive

SALARY (GRADE) : $58,036 (30P) Plus Excellent Benefits

APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 31, 2026

APPLY ONLINE*: https://oneida -portal.mycivilservice.com/post/jobopps

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This is professional legal work involving responsibility for assisting in the investigation, preparation, conduct, and appeal in various court and legal proceedings involving indigent defendants. The work involves extensive research and the preparation of lega l documents. Work is performed in accordance with guidelines provided by law and under the direct supervision of a licensed attorney. The incumbent does related work as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION S: Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications at time of application.

Possession of Juris Doctor.

NOTES:

1. Candidates MUST submit with application a copy of transcripts showing degree area and date degree conferred .
2. Degree(s) must have been awarded by a college or university accredited by a regional, national, or specialized agency recognized as an accrediting agency by the U.S. Department of Education/U.S. Secretary of Education. If the degree was awarded by an educa tional institution outside the United States and its territories, the candidate must provide independent verification of equivalency. A list of acceptable companies who provide this service can be found on the Internet at http://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/degrees.cfm . Candidates will be required to pay the evaluation fee.
3. Upon approval of the Appellate Division, Fourth Judicial Department, may act as an Assistant County Attorney, Assistant District Attorney, or Assistant Public Defender by arguing motions, trying local criminal court matters, participating in calendar pract ice, and preparing appeals pursuant to Section 478 and 484 of New York State Judiciary Law.

Oneida County is an equal opportunity employer

• If you do not have internet access, paper applications can be picked up in the Personnel Department on the 7th Floor of the Oneida County Office Building. You may also request a paper application to be mailed by calling 315 -798-5726. Issued: 07/14/2026