• Assistant Counsel

    New York State Civil Service (Bronx, NY)


    NY HELP No

     

    Agency Human Rights, Division of

     

    Title Assistant Counsel

     

    Occupational Category Legal

     

    Salary Grade NS

     

    Bargaining Unit PS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

     

    Salary Range From $96336 to $121413 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 Bronx

     

    Street Address One Fordham Plaza, 4th Floor

     

    City Bronx

     

    State NY

     

    Zip Code 10458

     

    Duties Description The Division of Human Rights is seeking candidates for the position of Assistant Counsel working within Prosecutions Office of the New York State Division of Human Rights.Job duties include, but are not limited to, the following:• Prosecutes discrimination complaints on behalf of the Division under New York State Human Rights Law.• Reviews case files and related documentation, interviews witnesses, prepares cases, and presents evidence at administrative hearings.• Drafts legal documents, including petitions, answers and briefs, and appears for oral argument at State court proceedings.• Negotiates, prepares, and submits settlement agreements.• Conducts legal research and drafts guidance and legal opinions on state and federal law.• Provides assistance with discovery holds, records management, and Freedom on Information Law requests.• Such other duties as may be required or assigned.

     

    Minimum Qualifications Candidates must have been admitted to the New York State Bar and must have had two 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 [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.