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| Company: | Thruway Authority, NY | ||
| Job Title: | General Counsel $165K - $218K |
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| Job Category: | General Counsel [ View All General Counsel Jobs ] | ||
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| *Legal advisor to the Chair and the Board on matters relating to the internal governance of the Authority, legislation proposed by or affecting the Authority, contracts, and legal relationships with private and governmental agencies. *Provides legal services and advice to Authority Department Heads and staff members. *Defends civil rights, discrimination and other human rights violations asserted against the Authority brought in either federal or state courts. Minimum Qualifications Law degree from an accredited law school; admission to, and member in good standing of, the New York State Bar; and nine years of relevant post-bar experience. Preferred Qualifications: • Doctor of Jurisprudence (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and admission to the bar of New York State and should have at least 10 years of post-bar legal experience, including at least 5 years of managerial experience, preferably in the public sector. • Candidates should have a broad experience in one or more of the following areas of practice: environmental, land use, regulatory, consumer protection, local government, transportation, licensing, and/or business law. • Candidates should also have experience with government work, analyzing legal issues, researching and interpreting complex areas of law, and drafting and reviewing legislation and regulations. • Candidates must have strong oral and written communication skills, experience managing legal staff, and the ability to develop and maintain strong professional relationships. Duties Description The General Counsel, under the general direction of the Board and the Executive Director, acts as chief legal advisor to the Chair of the New York State Thruway Authority (the Authority) and the Authority Board, the Executive Director, and Department Heads on all legal matters in which the Authority is involved or concerned and does related work as required. Job duties include: • Legal advisor to the Chair and the Board on matters relating to the internal governance of the Authority, legislation proposed by or affecting the Authority, contracts, and legal relationships with private and governmental agencies. • Provides legal services and advice to Authority Department Heads and staff members. • Defends civil rights, discrimination and other human rights violations asserted against the Authority brought in either federal or state courts. • Reviews proposed changes and additions to Authority bylaws, policies, procedures, and guidelines for compliance with existing statutes and regulations. • Maintains close liaison with the New York State Department of State, Office of the Attorney General and with the Department of Transportation and other Executive branch agencies in connection with legal, legislative, and regulatory matters in which these agencies and the Authority have a mutual interest. • Supervise and coordinate the activities of the Office of Real Property Management. • Supervise the process of all litigation against the Authority and by the Authority against other parties. • Acts as the chief legal advisor regarding the Authority’s legislative and regulatory program to include drafting legislation proposed by the Authority and legal evaluation on bills affecting the Authority. • In cooperation with the Office of Governmental Relations, maintains liaison with legislative committees and the Counsel and program staff to the Governor. • Handles the defense and assertion of all claims, suits and various administrative proceedings involving the Authority either directly or by providing coordination and assistance to either outside counsel or the Attorney General’s Office. • Responsibilities may include serving a role within the Incident Command System to support the Authority’s response to regional and statewide emergency situations. Additional Comments Telecommuting options may be discussed during the interview process and if hired will require supervisory approval. Free employee parking onsite. Some of the benefits provided to Management Confidential (M/C) Thruway Authority employees include: Health Insurance and Prescription Drug Coverage. Dental and Vision Coverage. 13 Paid Holidays, 4 of which are floating holidays, which are credited in July each year for use from July 1st through June 30th. Vacation, Sick and Personal Leave Accruals. Sick Leave at Half Pay eligibility if requirements are met. Sick Leave is credited at the rate of one half day each biweekly pay period up to a total of 165 days. Paid Family Leave benefit, which provides job-protected paid time off for covered family leave. Disability Benefits Program which provides disability benefits for an off the job injury or illness. Membership in the New York State and Local Retirement System, as well as optional enrollment in the NYS Deferred Compensation Plan. Tuition Assistance Program which reimburses 90% of tuition costs for approved courses up to 15 credit hours per year. New York's 529 College Savings Program which provides New York families with a tax-advantaged way to save for college. Flexible Spending Program, which allows employees to set aside pre-tax payroll deductions for eligible health care and dependent care expenses. Employees with 20+ years of State/Authority service may receive up to an additional five days of vacation leave accruals annually. Longevity Pay - Employees with five years of satisfactory service at or above the maximum salary of their grade will be eligible to have salary advanced to the First Longevity, 10 years of satisfactory service will advance to the Second Longevity, and 15 years of satisfactory service will advance to the Third Longevity. Longevity pay has a positive impact on retirement. The New York State Thruway Authority is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. New York State Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination based on age, race, creed, color,?national origin, sexual orientation, military status, familial status, citizen or immigration status, sex, disability, marital status, gender identity or expression, prior arrests, prior conviction records, predisposing genetic characteristics or domestic violence victim status. The Thruway Authority is committed to a workplace free from discrimination based on the referenced characteristics and other federal and state protected characteristics. The New York State Thruway Authority provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity and Diversity Development at accommodations@thruway.ny.gov or call (518) 471-4321. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Name Bridget Sullivan Telephone Fax 518-471-5076 Email Address CanvassReply1@thruway.ny.gov Address Street 200 Southern Blvd City Albany State NY Zip Code 12209 Notes on ApplyingYou must submit your detailed resume, proof Law Degree, and proof of New State current bar member in good standing. Please indicate the title of the position and the vacancy ID# you are applying for in the subject line. Agency Thruway Authority Title General Counsel Occupational Category Legal Salary Grade NS Bargaining Unit M/C - Management / Confidential (Unrepresented) Salary Range From $165189 to $218890 Annually Employment Type Full-Time Appointment Type Permanent Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class Travel Percentage 10% Workweek Mon-Fri Hours Per Week 37.50 Workday From 9 AM To 5 PM Flextime allowed? No Mandatory overtime? No Compressed workweek allowed? No Telecommuting allowed? Yes County Albany Street Address 200 Southern Blvd City Albany State NY Zip Code 12209 9.15.2023 60816 |
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| Company: | Thruway Authority | ||
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| Employment type: | Full Time | ||
| Salary: | $165189 to $218890 | ||
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| Degree: | JD | ||
| Experience (year): | Unspecified | ||
| Job Location: | Albany, NY USA | ||
| Zip/Postal Code: | 12209 | ||
| Post Date: | 10/15/2023 | ||
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