Back to Jobs search

Associate Counsel

New York State Civil Service • Albany, NY • 6h ago

NY HELP No

Agency Public Employment Relations Board

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 10%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.50

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Albany

Street Address Empire State Plaza

Agency Bldg 2, 20th Floor

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12220

Duties Description Under the direction of the General Counsel of the Public Employment Relations Board (PERB), the incumbent will perform the following duties: Represent the agency and its agents, including the Board, in New York State court actions. This includes CPLR Article 78 special proceedings in various jurisdictions and venues. May also initiate court proceedings on behalf of the Board, including applications for injunctive relief, and enforcement and contempt proceedings.Assist the New York State Attorney General in its representation of PERB in federal court. Confer and correspond with outside agencies and/or representatives on questions of law and procedure.Perform legal research, create internal reports, draft motions, answer briefs and present oral arguments as directed. Participate in appearances, including conferences, hearings, and arguments, in-person and/or remotely as the courts require.May respond to Freedom of Information Law requests and general inquiries.Travel as needed.Other duties as directed.

Minimum Qualifications Admission to the New York State Bar and a member in good standing with a minimum of four (4) years of specialized experience in the practice of law subsequent to admission. Specialized experience is defined as civil practice litigation experience in New York State or federal courts. Taylor Law or National Labor Relations Act knowledge preferred. PERB will consider candidates with appropriate post-bar experience and bar admission in a state with reciprocity with NYS. Candidates with bar admission in another state must obtain NYS bar admission prior to their hire date. For more information on NYS bar admission in a state with reciprocity with NYS, go to: https://www.nybarexam.org/AOM/AdmissiononMotion.htm

Additional Comments PERB is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender, military status, religion or any other prohibited category.Incumbents may be allowed to work up to 50% remote, depending on work demands and after initial training.

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

Name Hiring Manager

Telephone 518-457-2676

Fax

Email Address perb.sm.jobs@perb.ny.gov

Address

Street Empire State Plaza, Agency Building 2, Floor 20

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12220

Notes on Applying If interested in this position, please forward a cover letter indicating how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position, resume, three (3) references, and a writing sample to the attention of Hiring Manager at perb.sm.jobs@perb.ny.gov by 05/8/2026. Be sure to indicate the position title in the subject line of your email.

Similar Jobs

Principal Attorney Commercial Agreements

Global Foundries • Malta, NY • 6h ago

Legal & Paralegal

About GlobalFoundries: GlobalFoundries is a leading full-service semiconductor foundry providing a unique combination of design, development, and fabrication services to some of the world's most inspired technology compa...

6h ago

Go to Apply

Deputy Counsel

New York State Civil Service • Albany, NY • 6h ago

Legal & Paralegal

NY HELP No Agency Public Employment Relations Board Title Deputy Counsel Occupational Category Legal Salary Grade NS Bargaining Unit M/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented) Salary Range From $127507 to $160911 Annu...

6h ago

Go to Apply

Industrial Mechanical Technician 2026 Internship

GE Vernova • Schenectady, NY • 12h ago

Legal & Paralegal

Job Description Summary Job Description GE Vernova in Schenectady, NY is seeking current students who have completed at least one full year of course studies (30+ credits relevant to their degree) in one of the AOS/AAS p...

12h ago

Go to Apply

Industrial Sales Coordinator

WM • Albany, NY • 1d ago

Legal & Paralegal

WM, a Fortune 250 company, is the leading provider of comprehensive waste and environmental services in North America. We are strongly committed to a foundation of operating excellence, professionalism and financial stre...

1d ago

Go to Apply

Attorney: Consumer & Commercial Bankruptcy Litigation (3862)

Office of the New York State Attorney General • Albany, NY • 5d ago

Legal & Paralegal

State Counsel Division Civil Recoveries Bureau, Bankruptcy UnitAlbanyAssistant Attorney General Reference No. CVB/BUALBAAG3862Application Deadline is May 1, 2026Salary Range: $83,594 - $178,463 To be considered for this...

5d ago

Go to Apply

Senior Attorney (NY HELPS)

New York State Civil Service • Albany, NY • 6d ago

Legal & Paralegal

NY HELP Yes Agency Motor Vehicles, Department of Title Senior Attorney (NY HELPS) Occupational Category Legal Salary Grade 25 Bargaining Unit PS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF) Salary Range From $96...

6d ago

Go to Apply

Senior Attorney, SG-25, Assistant Attorney 3, (Equated to SG-22),Assistant Attorney 2, (Equated to SG-20).Assistant Attorney 1, (Equated to SG-18)(NYHELPS) Item# 01199

New York State Civil Service • Albany, NY • 6d ago

Legal & Paralegal

NY HELP Yes Agency State Comptroller, Office of the Title Senior Attorney, SG-25, Assistant Attorney 3, (Equated to SG-22),Assistant Attorney 2, (Equated to SG-20).Assistant Attorney 1, (Equated to SG-18)(NYHELPS) Item#...

6d ago

Go to Apply

Legal Support Analyst: Prosecute Complex Financial Crime 6432

Office of the New York State Attorney General • Albany, NY • 6d ago

Legal & Paralegal

Criminal Justice Division Criminal Enforcement and Financial Crimes Bureau Albany Legal Support Analyst Reference No. CEFCLSAALB6432Application Deadline is May 1, 2026Salary is $62,745To be considered for this opportunit...

6d ago

Go to Apply

Industrial Transformation Operations Leader

GE Aerospace • Schenectady, NY • 6d ago

Legal & Paralegal

Job Description Summary As the Industrial Strategy and Transformation Operations Leader you will support the industrial base transformation to drive the achievement of business outcomes through strong operation rhythms,...

6d ago

Go to Apply

Industrial Sales Manager - Remote

Emerson • Albany, NY • 6d ago

Legal & Paralegal

If you are a Business Development or Key Account professional looking to take the next step in your career, Emerson has an exciting fully remote opportunity available within the continental United States. While the role...

6d ago

Go to Apply

Subscribe to get new jobs sent directly to you
(no charge, cancel anytime)

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.