Associate Counsel
About The Position
The Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc. is seeking an Associate Counsel for the Office of Addiction Services and Supports (OASAS), Division of General Counsel and Risk Management. The position provides legal and policy support to OASAS concerning the administration and oversight of the New York State Opioid Settlement Fund (OSF), helping ensure that settlement funds are administered in accordance with national opioid settlement agreements, New York State law, and applicable requirements. The Associate Counsel also supports the Opioid Settlement Fund Advisory Board (OSFAB), including legal review of recommendations and assistance with board governance and reporting obligations. The position is available in Albany or New York City. The posted location is 501 7th Avenue, New York, NY 10018. Travel is 30%. The role supervises the OSFAB Coordinator.
Requirements
- Admission to the New York State Bar.
- Four years of post-bar experience.
- Two years of experience interpreting statutes, regulations, or government funding programs.
- Two years of experience with legal writing and analysis.
- Two years of Board governance experience.
- A valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State at the time of appointment and continuously thereafter.
- Must be currently authorized to work in the United States; the employer does not sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with audits.
Responsibilities
- Review recommendations and meeting materials for alignment with settlement agreements and statutory requirements.
- Assist OASAS in developing policies, guidance, and oversight mechanisms governing settlement-funded initiatives.
- Provide legal review of funding agreements, program guidance, and settlement-related initiatives.
- Support compliance, reporting, and transparency obligations related to the Opioid Settlement Funds.
- Conduct legal research and analysis on OSF-related topics.
- Review and provide input on legislative actions pertaining to OSF.
- Draft legislation, rules, and regulations pertaining to OSF.
- Advise senior leadership on policy matters impacting OSF.
- Coordinate with OASAS staff on the responsibilities described in the announcement.
- Participate in meetings and hearings relating to OSF and OSFAB.
- Supervise the OSFAB Coordinator.
Benefits
- Excellent Benefits Package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
