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Review Vacancy
Date Posted 07/20/26
Applications Due08/03/26
Vacancy ID220254
NY HELPNo
AgencyHealth, Department of
TitleAssociate Counsel
Occupational CategoryLegal
Salary GradeNS
Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary RangeFrom $115283 to $145682 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Temporary
Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class
Travel Percentage 0%
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 Division of Legal Affairs, Program Counsel
Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza
City Albany
StateNY
Zip Code12237
Duties Description The Associate Counsel will provide an array of duties which includes: Providing legal advice and review for insurance programs within the Department of Health, with primary support to OHIP, OALTC, and NYSOH. Assuring quality and consistency of legal opinions provided to key policy makers within the Department and Executive branch. Representing the Department of Health in discussions, agreements, and negotiations with the Executive Chamber, Division of Budget, legislature, other state and federal agencies, and outside stakeholders. Working with Department program staff to draft and review statutes and regulations, and to facilitate the development of health care policies within legal parameters. Consulting with and providing guidance to colleagues within the Division of Legal Affairs on issues related to programs for which the Associate Counsel has expertise. Meeting with and educating other attorneys when necessary. Assisting with litigation as necessary. Strong research and communication skills, legal writing, and time management are essential.
Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Law degree from an accredited law school; admission to, and member in good standing, of the New York State Bar; and 4 years of relevant post-bar experience.
Preferred Qualifications: The preferred candidate must possess strong legal skills, and be an excellent communicator, negotiator and advocate. The preferred candidate must have demonstrated good decision-making ability, have good interpersonal skills, and must be able to understand and act as the legal expert on a large portfolio of diverse insurance and health-related topics. Experience with health insurance or managed care law, Medicaid or public benefits law and/or administration, administrative law, state finance law, and regulatory or legislative drafting is desired.
Additional Comments When reviewing qualifications, omissions and vagueness cannot be interpreted in the candidate's favor. Candidates are responsible for providing accurate and clear descriptions of their experience demonstrating how they meet the minimum qualifications.
We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
The NYS Department of Health is committed to making New York a safer, healthier, and more equitable place to live. Understanding health equity, social determinants of health and health disparities is critical to accomplish our goal of eliminating health disparities. For more information on the NYS Department of Health's Mission, Vision, Values and Strategic Plan, please visit: https://health.ny.gov/commissioner/index.htm
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Name Human Resource Management Group
Telephone (518)486-1812
Fax (518)473-3395
Email Address resume@health.ny.gov
Address
Street Corning Tower, Empire State Plaza, Room 2217
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12237
Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to resume@health.ny.gov, with Reference CD/AC/BPC ncluded in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources Management Group, CD/AC/BPC, Rm 2217, Corning Tower Building, Empire State Plaza, Albany, NY 12237-0012, or by fax to (518) 473-3395. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.
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