Review Vacancy
AgencyEducation Department, State
TitleSenior Attorney, Assistant Attorney 1 (NY HELPS) Box OHE-1216/14710
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $93530 to $117875 Annually
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
NY HELPS
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 maybe 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 this time, agencies may recruit and hire employees by making temporary appointments. In June 2024, if a temporary NY HELPS employee is satisfactorily performing in the position, the appointment will be changed from temporary pending Civil Service Commission Action to permanent non-competitive and the official probationary period will begin.
At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), 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 of 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.
NON-COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
To be considered for appointment through NY HELPS, or 55 b/c, candidates must meet the open-competitive minimum qualifications for this position. The qualifications are:
• Assistant Attorney 1: Law School graduation AND/OR eligibility for NYS Bar Admission*
*If you are not admitted to the New York State Bar within two years of appointment, your appointment will be terminated.
• Assistant Attorney 2: NYS Bar Admission
• Assistant Attorney 3: NYS Bar Admission AND possess 1 year of subsequent satisfactory Legal experience.
• Senior Attorney: Possess a Juris Doctorate degree AND NYS Bar Admission AND possess at least 2 years of subsequent satisfactory Legal experience.
COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Reassignment: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as a Senior Attorney.
Eligible List Appointment: Candidates must be reachable on the Civil Service eligible list for this title. If you are on the Civil Service eligible list for this title, you may receive a canvass letter. You must complete and return it as instructed on the letter.
Information about this examination for this title series can be found at: https://www.cs.ny.gov/legal-specialties/index.cfm
Section 70.1 Transfer: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in any of the following titles: Senior Attorney (Realty).
Section 52.6 Transfer: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a title allocated SG-23 or higher eligible to transfer under Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law. Candidates must also possess a Juris Doctorate degree AND be admitted to the Bar to practice law in New York State or in a state with Bar reciprocity to qualify for transfer.
For information regarding the transfer options of your current title, please visit the Civil Service Career Mobility Office Website. https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/title-search/index.cfm
55b/c Appointment to Assistant Attorney 1: This position is eligible for 55b/c designation and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. Candidates must possess a current 55b/c eligibility letter and the following minimum qualifications:
• Law School graduation AND/OR eligibility for NYS Bar Admission*
*If you are not admitted to the New York State Bar within two years of appointment, your appointment will be terminated.
55b/c Appointment to Assistant Attorney 2: This position is eligible for 55b/c designation and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. Candidates must possess a current 55b/c eligibility letter and the following minimum qualifications:
• NYS Bar Admission
55b/c Appointment to Assistant Attorney 3: This position is eligible for 55b/c designation and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. Candidates must possess a current 55b/c eligibility letter and the following minimum qualifications:
• NYS Bar Admission AND
• Possess 1 year of subsequent satisfactory Legal experience
55b/c Appointment to Senior Attorney: This position is eligible for 55b/c designation and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. Candidates must possess a current 55b/c eligibility letter and ALL of the following minimum qualifications:
• Possess a Juris Doctorate degree AND
• NYS Bar Admission AND
• Possess at least 2 years of subsequent satisfactory Legal experience
It is essential that candidates clearly and concisely indicate exactly how they meet the above minimum qualifications in their resume. Failure to show how you meet the minimum qualifications above may result in disqualification and removal from consideration.
Duties Description The New York State Education Department’s (NYSED) Office of Education Policy is seeking candidates for a Senior Attorney position in the Office of School Personnel Review & Accountability (OSPRA). This Office is responsible for preparing and prosecuting cases against teachers and school administrators who lack the moral character to hold such a credential pursuant to Education Law. OSPRA is also responsible for making determinations concerning whether employment clearances for school district employees should be issued based upon fingerprint supported criminal history background checks. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Prepare and prosecute cases against teachers and administrators who lack the requisite moral character to hold such credential pursuant to Education Law Section 305 and 8 NYCRR Part 83;
• Assist investigators with review of case files to determine legal sufficiency;
• Prepare legal documents, notices, motions, subpoenas, correspondence, memoranda of law, discovery, appeals, Freedom of Information Law responses, and conduct legal research as needed;
• Interview victims and witnesses and otherwise fully prepare evidence and testimony for administrative hearings;
• Communicate effectively with school officials, law enforcement, courts and the general public;
• Represent the Department at Part 83 administrative hearings consistent with the State Administrative Procedure Act, Education Law, Correction Law and Department regulations, including delivering opening/closing statements; conducting direct/cross-examination, making appropriate objections, and preparing appeals;
• Maintain and stay current with assigned administrative caseload; and
• Review 8 NYCRR Part 87 criminal histories to determine suitability for employment, draft appropriate due process correspondence, review responses, and prepare files for appeal.
Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This will be a contingent permanent, competitive appointment or a contingent permanent non-competitive appointment. At this time, agencies may recruit and hire employees by making temporary appointments. In June 2024, if a temporary NY HELPS employee is satisfactorily performing in the position, the appointment will be changed from temporary pending Civil Service Commission Action to permanent non-competitive and the official probationary period will begin. For 55b/c appointment, candidates must possess the minimum qualifications, a current 55b/c eligibility letter and is subject to verification of applicant eligibility. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Candidates should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Verification of degree, Bar admission and work experience will be required at the time of interview for all candidates. Candidates are required to possess and maintain admission to the New York State Bar. Continued employment as a Senior Attorney is dependent upon maintaining admission to the New York State Bar. Failure to maintain admission to the New York State Bar will result in removal from employment. Fingerprinting through the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Division of Criminal Justice Services is required for employment. Fees associated with this process are at the Department’s expense.
This position may be filled as a traineeship. The starting salaries for this position are outlined below. For current New York State employees, salary is based on the candidate’s salary at the time of hire. Candidates appointed at the trainee level will be required to successfully complete the traineeship to advance to the full performance level title and salary.
• $65,001 (Assistant Attorney 1/Trainee 1- NS equated to SG-18)
• $72,032 (Assistant Attorney 2/Trainee 2- NS equated to SG-20)
• $79,928 (Assistant Attorney 3/Trainee 3- NS equated to SG-22)
• $93,530 (Senior Attorney/Full Performance level SG-25)
This position leads to a maximum salary of $117,875 based on annual performance advances.
APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by July 4, 2024 to OHEjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (OHE-1216/14710) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.
New York State Education Department (NYSED) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity, prior conviction records, prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications, or sealed records.
Interested in a job with New York State, but don’t know where to start?
Visit these links for information on working for New York State:
• https://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/
• https://www.cs.ny.gov/pio/publications/gettingajob.pdf
Generous benefits of working for New York State, including, but not limited to, the following:
Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave in year one, increasing to 20+ days with additional years of service.
• Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually.
• Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA and eight (8) days paid sick leave annually for M/C.
• Annual professional leave and educational leave opportunities for eligible staff.
Health Care Benefits
• Eligible employees and dependents can choose from a variety of affordable and generous health insurance programs.
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.
Additional Benefits
• Enrollment in the New York State pension system which has earned the distinction of being one of the best-managed and best-funded plans in the nation OR Optional Retirement Defined Contribution Plan with 8% salary match (eligibility requirements apply).
• NYS Deferred Compensation and an exclusive 403(b) Optional Retirement Savings Plan.
• Paid Parental Leave for all employees and Paid Family Leave (M/C Only).
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• Opportunities for telecommuting.
• Eligibility for various life insurance options.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Office of Human Resources Management
Email Address ohejobs@nysed.gov
Address
Street NYS Education Department
89 Washington Avenue, OHRM, room 528 EB
Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by July 4, 2024 to OHEjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (OHE-1216/14710) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.