Duties Description The New York State Senate Majority is seeking applicants to fill the position of Associate Counsel for the Senate Majority Counsel and Program Office in the Energy & Telecommunications and Agriculture portfolio. The position of Associate Counsel is responsible for performing the following duties:
• Providing legal, policy and budget analysis, and central staff support for the Senate Majority Conference on matters referred to the Energy & Telecommunications and Agriculture committees.
• Tracking related legislation active in the state Senate, Assembly, litigation and court cases, and occasionally federal or local legislation and administrative activity;
• Making oral presentations on relevant bills under consideration by the State Senate;
• Drafting memoranda analyzing policy initiatives and state legislation;
• Assisting the Conference in negotiations;
• Preparing briefing materials for members of the Conference on legal and policy issues;
• Assisting Senators in preparation for public hearings, roundtable discussions, forums, and other public meetings and events; and
• Meeting with relevant advocacy and constituency groups.
Minimum Qualifications To move forward, you must have:
• Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and admission to the New York State[AG1.1] bar
• Strong writing and oratory skills
Strong preference will be given to candidates who will live and work in the Capital Region of New York. [AG2.1]
Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated legislative experience and to candidates with relevant experience in the area(s) of energy or telecommunications policy, agriculture policy, or other similar experience.
Additional Comments Salary range is $75,000 to $90,000, commensurate with experience.
Interested applicants should submit their resumes, cover letter to: jobs@nysenate.gov
This recruitment will remain open until filled. Due to the volume of applications, we will not be able to respond to each applicant.
The NYS Senate offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes a health and wellness in the workplace program that you and your family can benefit from:
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Sick time
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• Wellness Program
Name Hiring Coordinator
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Email Address jobs@nysenate.gov
Address
Street State Street and Washington Ave
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12247
