Review Vacancy
AgencyTemporary and Disability Assistance, Office of
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $79849 to $100645 Annually
Minimum Qualifications Eligible for a lateral transfer or eligible for a 52.6 transfer by having one year of permanent competitive or 55.b/c service in an appropriate title.
OR
Eligible for 70.1 transfer by having one year of permanent competitive or 55.b/c service as a Senior Attorney Realty, G-25.
NOTE: Candidates who are currently on the eligible list for the Senior Attorney in Albany need not submit an application for this posting unless they are applying directly as a result of the transfer qualifications listed above.
NOTES:
Applicants must be law school graduates who are admitted to the New York State Bar and whose membership is in good standing.
Please be sure to include in your resume or cover letter the specific Civil Service title which qualifies you for transfer under Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law.
Duties Description Assist the General Counsel and Deputy Counsel of OTDA on general legal and public benefit related issues: provide legal guidance to agency and executive staff on questions of law, particularly those involving general public assistance and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program issues; Freedom of Information Law; confer and correspond with outside state and federal agencies on question of law and procedure; provide legal advice to agency policymakers on issues that may have bearing on the Office’s mission or changes in a particular program; provide legal services in matters which may be novel or potentially precedent setting. Assume responsibility for all agency aspects of assigned adversarial matters impacting OTDA. This task includes assisting in case preparation, discovery activities, research strategy development, participation in negotiations effecting liaison and coordination activities, in concert with the Department of Law. Comment on proposed legislation and assume responsibility for the development of assigned Departmental legislative proposals. This task includes, as needed: research, drafting, participation in negotiations and interaction with appropriate individuals. Prepare or review regulations, policy documents and agreements, including Memoranda of Understanding with other government entities. Prepare responses to requests for legal opinions. Represent the Division of Legal Affairs at meetings attended by other OTDA staff, staff from other government entities and individuals in the private sector.
Additional Comments The selected candidate will be responsible for providing legal counsel to OTDA’s Employment and Income Support Programs within the Division of Integrated Family Assistance. Accordingly, it is preferred that candidates have knowledge and experience of federal and/or state public benefits, social services, Freedom of Information, confidentiality, fraud, liens, civil and/or administrative practice, and/or audit statutes. Practical experience in drafting and/or reviewing legislative bills, regulations, contracts and/or Memorandum of Understandings/Agreements, policy issuances; as well as experience in administrative and/or civil practice is also preferred.
A full-time, permanent appointment will be made. Hours of this position are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. If certified by Civil Service, mandatory reemployment list candidates must be considered first for appointment to this title.
Please reference posting #17-169 when submitting your application. If submitting electronically, please reference posting #17-169 as part of your subject line.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address jobpostings@otda.ny.gov
Address
Street 40 North Pearl Street, 12B
Notes on ApplyingTo apply, please send a cover letter and resume. Include a current, Civil Service title and grade level and clearly state how you meet the minimum qualifications.
You may be required to provide acceptable proof of education, experience, credential and/or license to demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualifications for appointment to this position.
Applicants will be required to prove their eligibility for employment based upon acceptance of a position in accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
If you are a retiree currently receiving benefits, indicate this and the name of the retirement system in your response.
In accordance with state law, Governor’s Executive Order No. 6 and Section 504 of the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, the NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance does not discriminate against disabled individuals. If you are disabled and require reasonable accommodation at the time of the interview, please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity Development in Albany at (518) 473-8555 or in New York City at (212) 961-8216.