• Assistant Counsel

    New York State Civil Service (Buffalo, NY)


    NY HELP No

     

    Agency Human Rights, Division of

     

    Title Assistant Counsel

     

    Occupational Category Legal

     

    Salary Grade NS

     

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

     

    Salary Range From $93659 to $118388 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 Erie

     

    Street Address Main Place Tower, 350 Main St

     

    10th Floor, Suite 1000B

     

    City Buffalo

     

    State NY

     

    Zip Code 14202

     

    Duties Description The Division of Human Rights is seeking candidates for the position of Assistant Counsel working within Office of the General Counsel of the New York State Division of Human Rights. The Assistant Counsel will provide legal assistance and counsel on agency matters including personnel, legal records, and other administrative functions. Job duties include:• Analyzes and summarizes cases and information pertinent to constitutional provisions, statutes, rules, regulations, policies and opinions. • Serves as agency’s point of contact for external oversight and legal entities, including the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the Office of Employee Relations (OER), and the Attorney General’s Office.• Represents the agency in legal proceedings, administrative hearings, and internal investigations.• Conducts legal reach and drafts guidance and legal opinions on state and federal law.• Provide counsel and assistance with discovery holds, records management, and Freedom of Information Law requests.• Performs additional duties associated with personnel, financial, legal records, and other administrative matters for the Office of General Counsel.

     

    Minimum Qualifications Admission to the New York State Bar and a member in good standing with two (2) years post-admission trial and/or hearing experience before either courts of record or in administrative proceedings. Commitment to public service and good research/writing skills essential

     

    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.

     

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

     

    Name Human Resources / CG

     

    Telephone

     

    Fax

     

    Email Address [email protected]

     

    Address

     

    Street Agency Bldg 1, Empire State Plaza

     

    City Albany

     

    State NY

     

    Zip Code 12220

     

    Notes on Applying Please submit cover letter along with a clear and concise resume detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position as listed in Specifics and indicate the Vacancy ID number for which you are applying.