Associate Counsel

Duties

• Render advice and write legal recommendations for Counsel, members of the Executive Team, and management within the Office of Fire Prevention and Control (OFPC).
• Serve as the legal subject matter expert and point of contact for the OFPC.
• Develop, review, and approve office policies, procedures and regulations.
• Draft and review agreements and contracts, and ensure they contain appropriate protections.
• Communicate and coordinate with relevant stakeholders to effectively implement OFPC programs and initiatives;
• Represent the agency at meetings and events with stakeholders and with professional associations;
• Draft legislative proposals and assist with their submission to Executive Chamber and work with legislative staff on proposed legislation;
• Track, review, and prepare memoranda for Deputy Counsel and Program staff related to state and federal legislation and changes in federal laws, rules, regulations, and policies;
• Review, analyze and draft analysis of state and federal legislation related to fire and emergency services.
• Cook up with county and local municipal attorneys on all matters related to the program.
• Advise counsel and program on FOIL requests and Ethics inquiries and outside employment requests as necessary.
• Develop and deliver legal training program to staff and emergency services partners.
• Perform other duties other duties and special projects as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Candidates must have been admitted to the New York State Bar and must have had four years of experience in the practice of law subsequent to admission to the Bar.

Additional Comments

• Travel may be required (approximately 10%), including during evening and weekends depending on mission and assignment.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid Driver's License or otherwise demonstrate the capacity to meet the transportation needs of the job.

Note on Telecommuting

• Employees are required to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute according to the agency's Telecommuting Program Guidelines.

Address

NYS Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services, HRM
1220 Washington Ave., Building 7A

Email Address

Email Address: HRresumes@dhses.ny.gov

Notes on Applying

Please submit a resume and cover letter detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications. Indicate the Position Title & Vacancy ID 218018 in the subject line of your application email to HRresumes@dhses.ny.gov.