Job Description

Description
Duties Description
The Division of Human Rights is seeking candidates for the position of Assistant Counsel working within Office of the General Counsel of the New York State Division of Human Rights. The Assistant Counsel will provide legal assistance and counsel on agency matters including personnel, legal records, and other administrative functions. Job duties include:
Analyzes and summarizes cases and information pertinent to constitutional provisions, statutes, rules, regulations, policies and opinions.
Serves as agency’s point of contact for external oversight and legal entities, including the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), the Office of Employee Relations (OER), and the Attorney General’s Office.
Represents the agency in legal proceedings, administrative hearings, and internal investigations.
Conducts legal reach and drafts guidance and legal opinions on state and federal law.
Provide counsel and assistance with discovery holds, records management, and Freedom of Information Law requests.
Performs additional duties associated with personnel, financial, legal records, and other administrative matters for the Office of General Counsel.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Admission to the New York State Bar and a member in good standing with two (2) years post-admission trial and/or hearing experience before either courts of record or in administrative proceedings. Commitment to public service and good research/writing skills essential
Additional Comments
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
Holiday & Paid Time Off
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
Affordable Health Care options
Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
NYS Deferred Compensation plan
Access to NY 529 College Savings Program
Please note that specific benefits and programs may vary based on negotiating unit, current contract, and length of State service.
This position is eligible for $4000 location pay.
All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Contract work,

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Assistant Counsel Job at NYS Division of Human Rights, Bronx, NY

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