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Assistant Deputy Counsel (Contracts and Procurement)

New York State Civil Service • Albany, NY • 2h ago

NY HELP No

Agency Court Administration, Office of

Title Assistant Deputy Counsel (Contracts and Procurement)

Occupational Category Legal

Salary Grade 31

Bargaining Unit None listed

Salary Range From $130061 to $168568 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 35

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County New York

Street Address 4 Empire State Plaza

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12210

Duties Description Assistant Deputy Counsel specialize in particular substantive areas of the law which relate to the development and implementation of court policies and the administration of the Unified Court System. They are responsible for assisting less experienced attorneys in Counsel's Office under the general direction of Deputy Counsel and Counsel to the Office of Court Administration. Assistant Deputy Counsel analyze complex legal issues and questions presented by proposed administrative rules, legislation, and litigation, advise judges and non-judicial personnel on the implications of procedures and programs, and perform other related duties.This position will be responsible for providing legal advice and counsel to various divisions in the Unified Court System (UCS) regarding contract and procurement matters. The duties of the position include, but are not limited to, the following:- Reviewing/drafting/negotiating:o Contracts for goods and serviceso Grant and program contractso Intergovernmental agreements and memoranda of understanding with Federal, state, and local governmentso Leases and related matterso Procurement document specifications (IFBs and requests for proposals) for clarity and legal sufficiency- Advising on contract-related transactional and administrative issues- Reviewing federal grant award conditions and assurances- Providing advice and counsel on contract and procurement policies/procedures, contract submissions to the New York State Office of the Attorney General, Office of the New York State Comptroller, and any other oversight officers and agencies.- Other legal duties as assigned.The preferred candidate will possess exceptional written and oral communication, organization, and time management skills. Candidates should have familiarity with the Microsoft Office Suite of products. Preference will be given to candidates with contracting and procurement experience, particularly in the areas of real estate, information technology, and/or intellectual property.

Minimum Qualifications Admission to the New York State Bar; and Two years of service in the Associate Counsel title or a minimum of five years of relevant legal experience; including up to 18 months of pre-admission experience.Preferred Qualifications: Contracting and procurement experience, particularly in the areas of real estate, information technology, and/or intellectual property.

Additional Comments The New York State Unified Court System is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy and gender identity or expression), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.UCS offers a comprehensive NYS benefits package: paid leave, including up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave for qualified employees; health, vision, and dental insurance; and retirement benefits. For new state employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Candidates from UCS or other branches of state government may be appointed at a salary above the hiring rate up to a maximum of $168,568 pursuant to the New York State Office of the State Comptroller Salary Manual for the Unified Court System. Note on Telecommuting: The New York State Unified Court Systems offers one day of remote work per week subject to supervisor approval.

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

Name Lesley Stefan

Telephone

Fax

Email Address counselsoffice-emp@nycourts.gov

Address

Street AG 4 Empire State Plaza

Suite 2001

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12223

Notes on Applying All interested persons meeting the minimum qualifications should submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and completed UCS-5 Application for Employment form (obtainable from any administrative office in a court building or on the web at www.nycourts.gov/careers/UCS5.pdf) by email to counselsoffice-emp@nycourts.gov or by mail to:Lesley StefanDeputy CounselOffice of Court AdministrationAG 4 Empire State Plaza Suite 2001Albany, NY 12223

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