Assistant Counsel

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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 06/27/24

Applications Due07/12/24

Vacancy ID161822

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AgencyEnvironmental Facilities Corporation

TitleAssistant Counsel

Occupational CategoryLegal

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitNone listed

Salary RangeFrom $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

StateNY

Zip Code12207

Minimum Qualifications Qualifications

Juris Doctorate and admission to the New York State Bar, and one to three years of experience in general corporate matters; municipal law; environmental law; or local finance law. 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 Corporation.

Knowledge/skill/experience in the following areas is desired:

• Municipal law

• Environmental law

• Corporate procedures and principles

• Commercial transactions/contract law principles

• Public finance and investment laws and principles

• Legislative analysis and drafting

Knowledge/skill in the following areas is required:

• Efficient management of multiple projects

• Drafting/review of legal documents

• Strong verbal and written communication skills and an ability to interact well with people of diverse backgrounds and experiences in a professional manner

Working Conditions and Physical Abilities

Work is performed in an office setting, with prolonged periods of sitting and fine manipulation skills required for computer use

Duties Description Position Description

The Assistant Counsel reports to the General Counsel and is responsible for providing assistance in meeting the legal needs of the Corporation.

Essential Duties

• Conduct legal review of loan and grant applications, municipal bond resolutions, State Environmental Quality Review Act compliance documents, inter-municipal agreements, special district formation documentation, and other related materials.

• Review documents in connection with financing water quality projects.

• Advise EFC with respect to its Board resolutions, notices, and other matters required in connection with EFC's financings.

• Advise and provide written analysis as requested on federal and State legislation, regulations, rules, or guidance documents that may have an impact on EFC's financing programs, EFC's obligations thereunder, or other related matters.

• Prepare and/or review contracts.

• Provide legal advice to the Corporation as required.

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, grants, and expert technical assistance.

EFC is committed to building and nurturing an inclusive workplace that strives for respect and promotes and values diversity. We believe that organizations that are diverse in age, gender identity, race, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, ethnicity, and perspective, or any other trait that makes an individual unique, are proven to be better organizations.

To support our employees, EFC provides an outstanding benefits package similar to those 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 the NYS and Local Retirement System.

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.

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. Further, it is the policy of EFC to provide reasonable accommodation for religious observers.

It is the policy of EFC to 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.

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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 ApplyingCandidates interested in joining our team should apply by using the green "Apply for This Job" link available at https://nysefc.bamboohr.com/careers/54?source=aWQ9MjI%3D

Salary will be based upon 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.