Position Information

NY HELPSNo

55-b/c EligibleYes

AgencySenate, NYS

TitleAssociate Counsel

Occupational CategoryLegal

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $75000 to $90000 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

InternshipNo

Jurisdictional Class Unclassified Service

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

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? No

Location

County Albany

Street Address State Street and Washington Ave

City Albany

StateNY

Zip Code12247

Job Specifics

Duties Description The New York State Senate Majority is seeking applicants to fill the position of Associate Counsel for the Senate Majority Counsel and Program Office in the Energy & Telecommunications and Agriculture portfolio. The position of Associate Counsel is responsible for performing the following duties:

• Providing legal, policy and budget analysis, and central staff support for the Senate Majority Conference on matters referred to the Energy & Telecommunications and Agriculture committees.
• Tracking related legislation active in the state Senate, Assembly, litigation and court cases, and occasionally federal or local legislation and administrative activity;
• Making oral presentations on relevant bills under consideration by the State Senate;
• Drafting memoranda analyzing policy initiatives and state legislation;
• Assisting the Conference in negotiations;
• Preparing briefing materials for members of the Conference on legal and policy issues;
• Assisting Senators in preparation for public hearings, roundtable discussions, forums, and other public meetings and events; and
• Meeting with relevant advocacy and constituency groups.

Minimum Qualifications To move forward, you must have:
• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and admission to the New York State[AG1.1] bar
• Strong writing and oratory skills
Strong preference will be given to candidates who will live and work in the Capital Region of New York. [AG2.1]

Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated legislative experience and to candidates with relevant experience in the area(s) of energy or telecommunications policy, agriculture policy, or other similar experience.

Additional Comments Salary range is $75,000 to $90,000, commensurate with experience.

Interested applicants should submit their resumes, cover letter to: jobs@nysenate.gov

This recruitment will remain open until filled. Due to the volume of applications, we will not be able to respond to each applicant.

The NYS Senate offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes a health and wellness in the workplace program that you and your family can benefit from:

•Dental insurance
•Employee assistance program
•Flexible spending account
•Health insurance
•Life insurance
•Paid time off
•Parental leave
•Retirement plan
•Sick time
•Tuition reimbursement
•Vision insurance
•Wellness Program

The New York State Senate is an Equal Opportunity employer that values a diverse and equitable workplace. We do not permit discrimination based on race, age, creed, color, religion, gender/sex, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, national origin, predisposing genetic characteristics, or physical or mental disability, domestic violence victim status, arrest/criminal conviction record, pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity or expression, sexual harassment, immigration status, or hair texture or protective hair styles.

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

How to Apply

Name Hiring Coordinator

Telephone n/a

Fax n/a

Email Address jobs@nysenate.gov

Address

Street State Street and Washington Ave

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12247