EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT
STATE OF NEW YORK
UNIFIED COURT SYSTEM

ANNOUNCEMENT NO. 1296

THE OFFICE OF COURT ADMINISTRATION - COUNSEL’S OFFICE IS RECRUITING FOR TWO (2) POSITIONS IN THE COUNSEL SERIES. THE POSITION WILL BE FILLED IN ONE OF THE FOLLOWING TITLES AND WILL BE DEPENDENT ON THE QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE OF THE APPLICANTS SELECTED.

ASSIGNMENT: This position is situated in OCA's Counsel Office. Duties include, but are not limited to: assisting with all trial and appellate litigation conducted by the Office of Counsel of the Unified Court System (UCS), including litigation in federal and state court and before federal and state agencies involving UCS policies and practices and (judicial and nonjudicial) personnel, analyze complex legal issues and questions presented by proposed administrative rules and legislation, handle employee disciplinary matters, responses to subpoenas and freedom of information requests, and related matters; hands-on litigation work including court and other hearing appearances; liaison with NYS Office of the Attorney General in litigation matters. Substantial trial experience and strong oral and writing skills required. Preference will be given to candidates with government litigation experience.

POSITION TITLE: ASSOCIATE COUNSEL JG: 28

BASE SALARY: $97,522 (leading to maximum salary of $128,014)* + $4,300 Location Pay

*Candidates from other branches of NYS government may be appointed at a salary above base salary pursuant to the New York State Office of the State Comptroller Salary Manual for the Unified Court System.

QUALIFICATIONS: Admission to the New York State Bar; and One year of service in the Senior Counsel title; or Three years relevant legal experience, including up to 18 months pre-admission experience.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF WORK: Associate Counsel research, prepare and analyze complex legal questions and issues concerning proposed administrative rules, legislation, and litigation. They advise judges and non-judicial personnel on the implications of procedures and programs, and perform other related duties. Associate Counsel also assist the Assistant Deputy Counsel in specialized areas of the law which relate to the development and implementation of court policies and the administration of the unified court system.

POSITION TITLE: ASSISTANT DEPUTY COUNSEL JG: 31

BASE SALARY: $114,413 (leading to maximum salary of $148,272)* + $4,300 Location Pay
*Candidates from other branches of NYS government may be appointed at a salary above base salary pursuant to the New York State Office of the State Comptroller Salary Manual for the Unified Court System.

QUALIFICATIONS: Admission to the New York State Bar; and two years of service in the Associate Counsel title; or Equivalent legal experience.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF WORK: Assistant Deputy Counsel specialize in particular substantive areas of the law which relate to the development and implementation of court policies and the administration of the Unified Court System. They are responsible for assisting less experienced attorneys in Counsel's Office under the general direction of Deputy Counsel and Counsel to the Office of Court Administration. Assistant Deputy Counsel analyze complex legal issues and questions presented by proposed administrative rules, legislation, and litigation, advise judges and non-judicial personnel on the implications of procedures and programs, and perform other related duties.

LOCATION: OFFICE OF COURT ADMINISTRATION - COUNSEL'S OFFICE
NEW YORK, NY

CLASSIFICATION: NON-COMPETITIVE/CONFIDENTIAL

GENERAL INFORMATION: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed

by persons assigned to this title. They do not include all job duties performed by employees in the title, and every position does not necessarily require these duties. Although a position is available and situated at a specific location, the appointee may be subject to reassignment to any position in the same title in this promotion unit dependent upon the needs of the Unified Court System. All applications received from this announcement may be used to fill any vacancies in this title that may occur in this court or agency within the next six (6) months. Position(s) available at the present time: 2 .

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: All interested persons meeting the minimum qualifications are encouraged to submit a UCS-5 Application for Employment form (obtainable from any administrative office in a court building or on the web at www.nycourts.gov/careers/UCS5.pdf) and a cover letter and resume by email or by mail to:

ANTHONY PERRI
ACTING COUNSEL
OFFICE OF COURT ADMINISTRATION
25 BEAVER STREET

NEW YORK, NY 10004

APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO COMPLETE THE EEO DATA COLLECTION FORM.

New hires must be fully vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus by the date of hire, unless granted a reasonable accommodation due to disability or religion.

POSTING DATE: October 17, 2022 APPLICATIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED OR RECEIVED BY: November 14, 2022

The New York State Unified Court System is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy and gender identity or expression), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $97,522.00 - $148,272.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• New York, NY 10004: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location

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