*Applicants MUST submit a cover letter with resume to be considered.
*This position will require in-office presence. Hybrid work schedules may be possible based on specific job duties and consistent with ESD policy.
*Minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please contact Human Resources if you require accommodation.
BASIC FUNCTION:
Responsible for providing legal assistance to the corporation on all aspects of its activities and functions as needed.
WORK PERFORMED:
Based on the experience of the selected candidate, and based on the needs of ESD, the selected candidate will represent and advise Empire State Development and the New York State Department of Economic Development (together “ESD”) on a variety of matters potentially including but not limited to:
- Serve as legal counsel to the New York State Division of Minority and Women’s Business Development (DMWBD) with duties including drafting appeal responses and participate in related hearings and conferences;
- Assist Employment Counsel on Labor and Employment matters;
- Freedom of Information Law requests;
- Provide counsel and strategic advice to ESD departments and ESD management as needed; and
- Other legal work as requested by ESD’s General Counsel and Deputy General Counsel.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum Requirements:
Education level required: J.D. plus Admission to New York State Bar
For Associate Counsel Title: Minimum of 4 years of general legal experience. Experience working in government or as outside counsel to governmental entities preferred.
Knowledge Required: Excellent verbal and written communication skills and negotiation skills.
A minimum of 50% in-office presence is required.
Empire State Development New York, New York, USA Office
New York, New York, United States, 10017
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