Easter Seals Jobs

NY HELP No

Agency Environmental Facilities Corporation

Title Assistant Counsel

Occupational Category Legal

Salary Grade NS

Bargaining Unit None listed

Salary Range From $84246 to $90000 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Unclassified Service

Travel Percentage 5%

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 9 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

County Albany

Street Address 625 Broadway

7th Floor

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12207

Minimum Qualifications • Juris Doctorate and active admission to the New York State Bar• 1-3 years of experience in areas such as corporate law, municipal law, environmental law, or public finance law• EFC values diverse legal backgrounds. An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job may be considered, at the discretion of the CorporationPreferred Skills and experience• Ability to manage multiple projects effectively and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal and a track record of collaborating effectively with diverse stakeholders. A proactive approach to problem-solving• Strong legal drafting, negotiation and document review skillsWorking Conditions and Physical AbilitiesWork is performed in an office setting, with prolonged periods of sitting and fine manipulation skills required for computer use.

Duties Description The Assistant Counsel reports to the General Counsel and is responsible for providing assistance in meeting the legal needs of EFC. This position offers a unique opportunity to join a mission-driven organization and engage in impactful legal work that directly contributes to the well-being of New Yorkers with its focus on the environment and public health.Essential Duties• Conduct in-depth analysis of legal documents related to water quality projects• Provide comprehensive legal support on financing transactions, including drafting and reviewing essential documents for water quality projects• Advise EFC on matters related to the execution of its financing strategies and legal requirements• Draft and review contracts to ensure compliance and support EFC’s goals• Deliver strategic guidance on various legal issues as they arise

Additional Comments The New York State Environmental Facilities Corporation (EFC), a public benefit corporation, aids local governments and other eligible applicants throughout New York State to undertake critical water quality infrastructure projects by providing access to low-cost financing capital, grants, and expert technical assistance.EFC is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values respect, diversity, and the unique perspectives of all individuals. We believe organizations that embrace diversity in age, gender identity, race, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, ethnicity, and perspective, among other traits, are stronger and more effective.To support our employees, EFC provides an outstanding benefits package similar to that offered to New York State employees. Our total compensation package includes, but is not limited to, leave benefits (Paid Parental Leave, 13 holidays and paid vacation, sick, and personal leave); a comprehensive health insurance program including medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision plans; and membership in either the NYS and Local Retirement System, which is a defined retirement plan, or the Voluntary Defined Contribution Program.In compliance with Public Law 99-603, candidates selected for appointment must provide, within three (3) business days of the employee’s first day of employment, an original copy of documentation proving citizenship and/or legal right to work in the United States.It is the policy of the State of New York and EFC to provide for and promote equal opportunity employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, physical or mental ability, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, veteran or military service member status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or arrest and/or criminal conviction record, unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.All individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply to positions that they are qualified to perform. It is the policy of EFC to provide qualified persons with disabilities an equal opportunity to participate in and receive the benefits, services, programs, and activities of EFC, and to provide such persons with reasonable accommodations and reasonable modifications as are necessary, to enjoy such equal opportunity, including accommodations in the recruitment process. EFC will provide reasonable accommodation to ensure effective communication of information to individuals with disabilities. If you need an auxiliary aid or service to make this information available to you, please contact EFC’s Human Resources Office at (518) 486-9267.It is the policy of EFC to provide reasonable accommodation for religious observers.Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide their current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@oer.ny.gov.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Human Resources

Telephone 518-402-6924

Fax

Email Address humanresources@efc.ny.gov

Address

Street 625 Broadway

7th Floor

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12207

Notes on Applying Application Requirements and Related InformationCandidates interested in joining our team should apply by using the green "Apply for this Job" link available at https://nysefc.bamboohr.com/careers/60?source=aWQ9MjI%3DSalary will be based on experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.Employees may request to telecommute up to two days per week after the completion of their training period.