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Principal Attorney (52644)

New York State Civil Service • Poughkeepsie, NY • 3h ago

NY HELP No

Agency Court Administration, Office of

Title Principal Attorney (52644)

Occupational Category Legal

Salary Grade 31

Bargaining Unit None listed

Salary Range From $130061 to $130061 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 80%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 35

Workday

From 8 AM

To 4 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Dutchess

Street Address 1 Civic Center Plaza

City Poughkeepsie

State NY

Zip Code 12601

Duties Description DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF WORK: Principal Attorneys serve in a confidential capacity in the Mental Hygiene LegalServices, attorney disciplinary committees, departmental law-guardian offices, or other such units where they research legalquestions and issues, organize complex investigations, prepare and present complex cases before administrative tribunals andtrial and appellate courts, and perform related duties. Principal Attorneys may also assist in selecting and training new staff,developing and implementing policies and procedures and in handling day-to-day administrative matters. They may also work withadvisory committees, assist with planning and executing educational programs, assist with resolving administrative problems, andserve as director of a departmental law guardian office.ASSIGNMENT: The Mental Hygiene Legal Service provides legal representation and advocacy to individuals with mental and developmental disabilities, and those alleged to be in need of mental health services, in matters including civil commitment, treatment over objection, guardianship, sex offender civil management, and assisted outpatient treatment. This position will serve as the Principal Attorney-In-Charge, managing the daily operations of a field office in collaboration with other Principal Attorneys who may be assigned. Under the direction of the Deputy Chief Attorney, the Principal Attorney-In-Charge supervises work assignments for attorneys and administrative staff; monitors time and attendance; procures goods and services; maintains statistical records and case files; manages the timely reporting and accurate entry of data into the agency's case management system; interfaces with building management on facility-related issues; participates in the structured interview process for prospective employees; provides training and skills development; and prepares performance evaluations and staff development plans. Excellent lawyering, communication and leadership skills are necessary. A valid driver license and car are required.

Minimum Qualifications POSITION TITLE: PRINCIPAL ATTORNEY JG: 31LOCATION: MENTAL HYGIENE LEGAL SERVICEPOUGHKEEPSIE, DUTCHESS COUNTYBASE SALARY: $130,061 + $2,460 LOCATION PAYCLASSIFICATION: NON-COMPETITIVE/CONFIDENTIALQUALIFICATIONS: Admission to the New York State Bar and two (2) years of service in the Associate Attorney title; or Equivalent legal experience.A valid driver license and car are required.

Additional Comments EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTSTATE OF NEW YORK UNIFIED COURT SYSTEMANNOUNCEMENT NO. 52644CANDIDATE WHO ALREADY APPLIED TO POSTING #52632 NEED NOT REAPPLY AND WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITIONGENERAL INFORMATION: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this title. They do not include all job duties performed by employees in the title, and every position does not necessarily require these duties. Although a position is available and situated at a specific location, the appointee may be subjectto reassignment to any position in the same title in this promotion unit dependent upon the needs of the Unified Court System. All applications received from this announcement may be used to fill any vacancies in this title that may occur in this court or agency within the next six (6) months. Position(s) available at the present time: 1 .

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

Name Eben R. Hill

Telephone

Fax

Email Address MHLS2-HR@nycourts.gov

Address

Street 600 Old Country Road

Suite 224

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