Review Vacancy
AgencyTemporary and Disability Assistance, Office of
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $76748 to $96732 Annually
Minimum Qualifications Eligible for a lateral transfer or eligible for a 52.6 transfer by having one year of permanent competitive or 55.b/c service in an appropriate title.
OR
Eligible for 70.1 transfer by having one year of permanent competitive or 55.b/c service as a Senior Attorney Realty, G-25:
OR
Reachable on the current Civil Service eligible list for Senior Attorney in Albany. Candidates who are currently on the eligible list for the Senior Attorney in Albany need not submit an application for this posting unless they are applying directly as a result of the transfer qualifications listed above.
NOTES:
Applicants must be law school graduates who are admitted to the New York State Bar and whose membership is in good standing.
Please be sure to include in your resume or cover letter the specific Civil Service title which qualifies you for transfer under Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law.
Duties Description Working under the supervision of the Deputy Counsel for the Office of Legal Affairs' Bureau of Administrative and Management Support, the Senior Attorney's duties will include, but not be limited to, the following:
• Review legislative concepts and draft legislative proposals.
• Coordinate with the Office of Intergovernmental Affairs in responding to inquiries regarding the agency's legislative proposals.
• Review and comment on legislative proposals submitted by other State agencies.
• Prepare comments on introduced bills and draft letters relating to legislation submitted for the Governor's signature.
• Draft and review proposed regulatory amendments and supporting documentation.
• Complete forms and documents required by the Department of State (DOS) for the promulgation of reglatory proposals.
• Submit the regulatory proposals to the DOS, and respond to inquiries it may have.
Coordinate with the Public Information Office (PIO) in responding to Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) and Personal Privacy Protection Law (PPPL) requests received by the agency:
• Coordinate FOIL and PPPL document collection with divisions throughout the agency.
• Review and finalize FOIL and PPPL responses.
• Conduct legal research on FOIL and PPPL issues and advise the General Counsel and other appropriate staff members of recent developments in the law.
• Provide assistance, as appropriate, in developing the agency's position regarding judicial proceedings relating to FOIL and PPPL matters.
• Assist in the development of FOIL and PPPL policies and procedures.
• Assist PIO in preparing the agency's annual PPPL report.
Additional Comments A full-time, permanent appointment will be made. If certified by Civil Service, mandatory reemployment list candidates must be considered first for appointment to this title.
**Candidates should reference posting #16-209 when submitting your cover letter or resume for this position.** If submitting your application electronically, please reference posting #16-209 as part of your subject line.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address jobpostings@otda.ny.gov
Address
Street 40 North Pearl Street, 12B
Notes on ApplyingTo apply, please send a cover letter and resume. Include a current, Civil Service title and grade level and clearly state how you meet the minimum qualifications.
You may be required to provide acceptable proof of education, experience, credential and/or license to demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualifications for appointment to this position.
Applicants will be required to prove their eligibility for employment based upon acceptance of a position in accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
If you are a retiree currently receiving benefits, indicate this and the name of the retirement system in your response.
In accordance with state law, Governor’s Executive Order No. 6 and Section 504 of the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, the NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance does not discriminate against disabled individuals. If you are disabled and require reasonable accommodation at the time of the interview, please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity Development in Albany at (518) 473-8555 or in New York City at (212) 961-8216.