Job Description

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 Tower Place

350 Main Street, 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 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.

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

Name Human Resources / LB

Telephone

Fax

Email Address HRresumes@dhr.ny.gov

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.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Contract work, Work at office, Remote work,

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