Associate Attorney

Salary Grade 28: $105,967 - $118,693

About the role

The Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc. is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Associate Attorney in the Office of Addiction Services and Supports, Division of General Counsel and Risk Management. The role provides legal and policy support to OASAS related to the administration and oversight of the New York State Opioid Settlement Fund (OSF). The Associate Attorney will assist OASAS in ensuring settlement funds are administered in accordance with national opioid settlement agreements, New York State law, and applicable requirements. The position will also support the activities of the Opioid Settlement Fund Advisory Board (OSFAB), including legal review of advisory board recommendations and assistance with board governance and reporting obligations related to the OSF.

Responsibilities

• Support the work of the OSFAB, including review of recommendations and meeting materials to ensure 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 in the conduct of previously noted responsibilities.
• Participate in meetings and hearings relating to OSF and OSFAB.

Travel: 30%

Requirements

• Admission to the New York State Bar.
• 4 years of post-bar experience.
• 2 years of experience interpreting statutes, regulations, or government funding programs.
• 2 years of experience with legal writing and analysis.
• 2 years of Board governance experience.
• Possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State at the time of appointment and continuously thereafter.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with audits.

Location

1450 Western Avenue, Albany, 12203

Pay

$105,967 - $118,693. Most candidates will start at the beginning of the salary range posted.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package. Employees of the Research Foundation are not state employees, do not participate in any state retirement system, and do not receive state fringe benefits.

About the organization

The Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc. (RFMH) promotes the mental health of all New Yorkers, with a focus on providing hope and supporting recovery for adults with serious mental illness and children with serious emotional disturbances. Applicants with lived mental health experience are encouraged to apply. RFMH is deeply committed to supporting underserved individuals, organizations, and communities, implementing activities and initiatives to reduce disparities in access, quality, and treatment outcomes for underserved populations. RFMH is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.