Closing Date: 10th October, 2025
Description:
Duties Description: The New York State Education Department's Office of the Professions is seeking candidates for an Assistant Counsel position in the Deputy Commissioner's office. Under the direction of a supervising attorney, the incumbent will participate in the review and development of legislation. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:- Provide legal advice to OP staff and stakeholders related to the professions;
- Assist in the coordination and review of pending legislation and work with stakeholders to develop clear and concise technical guidance;
- Provide guidance and assist in the development of OP legislative initiatives and proposals;
- Conduct research on a variety of topics and prepare reports and memoranda for internal and external stakeholders;
- Provide advice and guidance to the Assistant Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner to assist in the development of policy;
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: Candidates must be admitted to the New York State Bar AND have two years of relevant, post-graduate experience, including significant experience reviewing, interpreting, and drafting legislation.
Additional Comments
Conditions of Employment:
This position is in the exempt class and the incumbent will serve at
the discretion of the Commissioner of Education. Salary will be
commensurate with education and experience. This position allows for the
opportunity to telecommute up to 30% each bi-weekly pay period and is
granted at the discretion of the supervisor and the appointing office.
This position will require 10% in-state/Statewide travel. Filling of
this position is contingent upon Division of the Budget approval.
Application: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by October 10, 2025 to opjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (OP-1906/21240) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.
New York State Education Department (NYSED) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity, prior conviction records, prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications, or sealed records.
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Generous benefits of working for New York State, including, but not limited to, the following:
- Holiday & Paid Time Off
- Thirteen (13) paid holidays annually.
- Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave in year one, increasing to 20+ days with additional years of service.
- Five (5) days of paid personal leave annually.
- Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave annually for PEF/CSEA and eight (8) days paid sick leave annually for M/C.
- Annual professional leave and educational leave opportunities for eligible staff.
Health Care Benefits
- Eligible employees and dependents can choose from a variety of affordable and generous health insurance programs.
- Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost.
Additional Benefits
- Enrollment in the New York State pension system which has earned the distinction of being one of the best-managed and best-funded plans in the nation OR Optional Retirement Defined Contribution Plan with 8% salary match (eligibility requirements apply).
- NYS Deferred Compensation and an exclusive 403(b) Optional Retirement Savings Plan.
- Paid Parental Leave for all employees and Paid Family Leave (M/C Only).
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
- Eligibility for various life insurance options.
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