NY HELP Yes Agency Senate, NYS Title Associate Counsel Occupational Category Legal Salary Grade 17 Bargaining Unit M/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented) Salary Range From $65000 to $75000 Annually Employment Type Full-Time Appointment Type Permanent Jurisdictional Class Unclassified Service Travel Percentage 0% Workweek Mon-Fri Hours Per Week 35 Workday From 9 AM To 5 PM Flextime allowed? No Mandatory overtime? No Compressed workweek allowed? No Telecommuting allowed? No County Albany Street Address State Street and Washington Ave City Albany State NY Zip Code 12210 Minimum Qualifications •Strong writing and oratory skills are required. •All candidates are expected to live and work in the Capital Region of New York. •Preference will be given for candidates with demonstrated legislative experience in the above referenced subject matters.•Candidates who possess a Juris Doctor and candidates possessing similar relevant experience and educational achievement may be alternatively considered for the title of Associate Counsel on a case-by-case basis. Duties Description The New York State Senate is seeking applicants to fill the position of Associate Counsel for the Senate Majority Counsel’s Office. The position of Associate Counsel or Policy Analyst 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 one or several standing committees; Particular emphasis will be placed on knowledge and experience within Local Governments including general municipal law knowledge and/or experience;•Tracking related legislation active in the state Assembly;•Making oral presentations regarding relevant bills under consideration by the state Legislature;•Drafting memoranda analyzing policy initiatives and state legislation;•Preparing briefing materials in their respective standing committees for members of the Conference;•Assisting Senators in preparation for public hearings, roundtable discussions, forums, and other public meetings and events; and•Networking with relevant advocacy and constituency groups. Additional Comments The salary range for this position is $65,000-$75,000, commensurate with experience and education. To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to the Hiring Coordinator at jobs@nyssenate.gov. Submissions without both will not be considered. This recruitment will remain open until filled. Submissions that do not include both will not be considered.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 ProgramThe New York State Senate is an Equal Opportunity employer that values a diverse and equitable workplace. We do not permit discrimination based on race, age, creed, color, religion, gender/sex, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, national origin, predisposing genetic characteristics, or physical or mental disability, domestic violence victim status, arrest/criminal conviction record, pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity or expression, sexual harassment, immigration status, or hair texture or protective hair styles. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Name Hiring Coordinator Telephone n/a Fax n/a Email Address jobs@nysenate.gov Address Street State Street and Washington Ave City Albany State NY Zip Code 12210 Notes on Applying This recruitment will remain open until filled. Submissions that do not include both will not be considered.