Associate Counsel-9785

State of New York•Albany, NY

39d•$115,283 - $145,682

About The Position

The Associate Counsel, under the general direction of the Supervising Attorney, will provide ITS, including its program areas, project teams, portfolios and executive management, with legal and policy-related advice, support, and guidance on IT-related initiatives, projects, operations and administration. The Associate Counsel will take part in ensuring that ITS is compliant with the laws, rules, and regulations that impact the agency's administration and operations. Duties include but are not limited to: Managing the Adversarial Matters Teams' response to subpoenas for Department of State Incorporation Records Support the Office of Labor Relations by providing advice and guidance on compliance and enforcement issues impacting employment, including, but not limited to, Taylor Law, Human Rights Law, ADA, FMLA and employee rights and responsibilities. Represent the agency in administrative adversarial matters, including interviewing and preparing witnesses, presenting evidence and drafting necessary briefs and motions. Support Human Resources by providing advice and guidance on legal matters affecting employment, including reviewing, drafting, editing and advising on policies. Assist with the management of the agency's litigation portfolio, including preparation of periodic status reports, managing relationship with the Office of the Attorney General, and supporting litigation needs of partner agencies. Research, interpret, draft advisory memoranda and provide compliance advice and guidance on legal and policy issues. Other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

Admission to the New York State bar and four years of experience in the practice of law subsequent to admission to the Bar.

Nice To Haves

At least four years of litigation experience, at least one of which has been in a supervisory role
Must be highly proficient with document reviews, productions, ESI, and trial preparation, including at least two years of experience using an eDiscovery software solution such as Relativity, LAW, Concordance, Summation, Catalyst or similar
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Outstanding time management skills and ability to prioritize shifting responsibilities
Critical thinking skills and the ability to retain complex work directions
Experience in public-sector labor relations, including but not limited to disciplinary arbitrations, contact grievances, contract negotiation, and the NYS Taylor Law
Experience with employment discrimination law and proceedings, including but not limited to administrative proceedings before the US EEOC and NYS Division of Human Rights; and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the NYS Human Rights Law
One year of experience using Office 365 including MS Teams and other applications
One year of experience the Microsoft eDiscovery Center or Security and Compliance Center

Responsibilities

Managing the Adversarial Matters Teams' response to subpoenas for Department of State Incorporation Records
Support the Office of Labor Relations by providing advice and guidance on compliance and enforcement issues impacting employment, including, but not limited to, Taylor Law, Human Rights Law, ADA, FMLA and employee rights and responsibilities.
Represent the agency in administrative adversarial matters, including interviewing and preparing witnesses, presenting evidence and drafting necessary briefs and motions.
Support Human Resources by providing advice and guidance on legal matters affecting employment, including reviewing, drafting, editing and advising on policies.
Assist with the management of the agency's litigation portfolio, including preparation of periodic status reports, managing relationship with the Office of the Attorney General, and supporting litigation needs of partner agencies.
Research, interpret, draft advisory memoranda and provide compliance advice and guidance on legal and policy issues.
Other tasks as assigned.

Benefits

Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually
Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave annually
Up to Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually
Up to Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF.
Up to three (3) days of professional leave annually to participate in professional development
Eligible employees and dependents can pick from a variety of affordable health insurance programs
Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
New York State Employees' Retirement System (ERS) Membership
NYS Deferred Compensation
Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, as well as U.S. Savings Bonds
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)