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Associate Counsel

New York State Civil Service • Bronx, NY • 14h ago

NY HELP No

Agency Human Rights, Division of

Title Associate Counsel

Occupational Category Legal

Salary Grade NS

Bargaining Unit M/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary Range From $115283 to $145682 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class

Travel Percentage 20%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Bronx

Street Address One Fordham Plaza, 4th Floor

City Bronx

State NY

Zip Code 10458

Duties Description Reporting directly to Deputy General Counsel in the Office of General Counsel of the New York State Division of Human Rights, the Associate Counsel's duties include, but are not limited to: - Provides legal expertise and counsel in relevant state and federal law and corresponding caselaw;- Draft guidance and legal opinions for use by the Agency and the public;- Assist in the preparation of Recommended Orders and/or in devising alternatives to such recommendations of such orders at the direction of the Commissioner;- Advise on legislative & regulatory issues, providing consultation on and drafting agency legislation and regulations. - Makes policy recommendations to strengthen the work of the Division and the reach of the Human Rights Law;- Supervises attorneys and other staff within the Office;- Reviews written submissions to ensure legal and factual accuracy and uniformity; - Represents the agency in complex legal proceedings, administrative hearings, internal investigations, and settlement negotiations;- Reviews settlement agreements before issuance of Final Orders;- Facilitates CLE programs for Legal staff and distribution of legal precedents which impact or relate to prosecution of cases;- Reviews and analyzes records of hearings/trials and of media reporting on issues involving possible abuses of Human Rights Law; - Provides counsel and assistance with personnel matters, discovery holds, Freedom of Information Law requests, records retention and archiving, and other counsel matters; and- Performs additional duties associated with the Office of General Counsel.

Minimum Qualifications Candidates must have been admitted to the New York State Bar and must have had four (4) years of experience in the practice of law subsequent to admission to the Bar.

Additional Comments We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:- Holiday & Paid Time Off- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)- Pension from New York State Employees' Retirement System- Affordable Health Care options- Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost- NYS Deferred Compensation plan- Access to NY 529 College Savings ProgramPlease note that specific benefits and programs may vary based on negotiating unit, current contract, and length of State service.All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.This position is eligible for $4,000 location pay.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Human Resources / LB

Telephone

Fax

Email Address HRresumes@dhr.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Division of Human Rights

Agency Building 1, Empire State Plaza

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