Position Information

NY HELPYes

AgencyInsurance Fund, State

TitleAssistant Attorney 2/ Assistant Attorney 3/ Senior Attorney (NY HELPS)

Occupational CategoryLegal

Salary GradeNS

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

Salary RangeFrom $75432 to $121275 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8:30 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Suffolk

Street Address 8 Corporate Center Drive

City Melville

StateNY

Zip Code11747

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications For appointment to Assistant Attorney 2 (Grade 20):
• Admission to NYS Bar

For appointment to Assistant Attorney 3 (Grade 22):
• 12 months as an Assistant Attorney 2*; OR
• Admission to the NYS Bar and 12 months of subsequent satisfactory legal experience*

For appointment to Senior Attorney (Grade 25):
• Reachable on current Civil Service eligible list for this title; OR
• One year of permanent, competitive class service as a Senior Attorney; OR
• One year of permanent, competitive class service in a title eligible for transfer under Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law. 52.6 transfers may be considered only if you have passed the NYS Bar exam; OR
• 12 months as an Assistant Attorney 3*; OR
• Admission to the NYS Bar and 24 months of subsequent satisfactory legal experience*

*Admission to the New York State Bar and current registration to practice law in New York State is necessary for continued employment. Disbarment or loss of registration shall result in termination or suspension of employment.

Please be advised that the New York State Insurance Fund does not offer sponsorship for employment visas to employees or potential employees. Candidates sponsored for employment by an organization should be aware of their sponsorship status and the relevant expiration date(s) of that sponsorship before applying to this position.

Duties Description Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Review e-mail, mail and answer calls from plaintiff's counsel, insurance agencies, safety groups, NYSIF employees and other stakeholders regarding new or pending third party actions.
• Assert and calculate liens and issue written consent pursuant to WCL section 29 for settlement.
• Review legal matters and calculate appropriate lien totals considering disbursement, Burns payments and holidays from payments.
• Negotiate settlement of liens in NYSIF's best interest.
• Follow up with plaintiff's counsel for lien reimbursement to the fullest extent allowed by law and to the benefit of NYSIF. Upon receipt of funds, the Attorney will advise cash management of appropriate crediting to the file. If lien is not paid, pursue lien recovery by filing and litigating collection action.
• Update Claims Center, FileMaker Pro and other databases as needed.
• Respond to internal and external e-mails regarding the current status of third-party matters.
• Where necessary, draft motion, briefs, memorandum of law and appear in Court to defend the carrier's position relative to its lien; share of Attorney's fees and right to credit.
• Respond to inquiries from claims staff on third party status, application of third-party credit and section 32 approvals and consult with legal appeals team to assist in defending NYSIF’s third party positions at the WCB and state courts.
• Serve as a mentor to NYSIF staff including legal assistants and legal support staff.

Additional Comments Please note, the salary range shown includes location pay and/or geographic pay.

For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.

Fringe Benefits:
• Competitive Compensation.
• Future Career Growth Potential.
• Open and Supportive Team-Based Environment.
• Plentiful Vacation, Personal, and Sick Leave Accruals.
• Paid State and Federal Holidays.
• Full Medical, Vision, and Dental.
• Retirement Options.
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• Possibility of Telecommuting, Flextime, and Alternative Work Schedules.

NY HELPS Program:
This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).

For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply.

At a future date, it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.

NYSIF Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
The New York State Insurance Fund (NYSIF) prioritizes and champions diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) throughout our agency. NYSIF provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under federal, state, and local law. We believe that embracing our differences brings richness, new ideas and experiences to NYSIF, which energizes a creative and innovative work environment. We strive to foster a workplace where diverse individuals are able to participate fully in the decision-making process and have ample opportunity for advancement. We are committed to investing the necessary resources and attention to improving the engagement, retention, and promotion of the extraordinary talent we have.

Executive Order 31 commits New York State government to becoming a model employer for people with disabilities, increasing the participation of people with disabilities in state service and ensuring equal access to opportunities. NYSIF is proud to utilize best practices to recruit, hire, retain, and promote career advancement of individuals with disabilities. This includes special focus on current and prospective employees with the most significant disabilities, such as the use of supported employment, individual placement with support services, customized employment, the civil service sections 55/b and 55/c programs, internships, and job shadowing. If you are a person with a disability and wish to request that a reasonable accommodation be provided for you to participate in a job interview, please send an email to NYSIF’s Reasonable Accommodations mailbox at ra@nysif.com.

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

Contact Information

Name Ana Luiza Gorman

Telephone

Fax 518-437-1618

Email Address hr@nysif.com

Address

Street PO Box 66699

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12206

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease send your resume and cover letter to hr@nysif.com. Please be sure to include the vacancy posting number, the position you are applying for and your current Civil Service title in your response.