Position Information

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AgencyWorkers' Compensation Board

TitleCounsel, WCB Item #2632

Occupational CategoryLegal

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $152191 to $191427 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class

Travel Percentage 20%

Schedule

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

Location

County Schenectady

Street Address Office of General Counsel, Division Management

328 State Street

City Schenectady

StateNY

Zip Code12305

Job Specifics

Duties Description Under general direction of the Executive Director of the Workers’ Compensation Board, Counsel is responsible for the efficiency and effectiveness of all operations and functions of the Office of General Counsel and serves as Counsel to the Board with respect to all legal and legislative matters.
•Directs the overall operation and supervision of the Office of General Counsel.
•Attends meetings of the Full Board, provides expert legal counsel, and renders opinions as requested.
•Accompanies the Chair and the Executive Director to meetings of the Advisory Committees, legislative hearings, and other conferences and meetings where the need for expert legal counsel is indicated.
•Cooperates with the Attorney General in all litigation and proceedings affecting the Board. Reviews all litigation against the Board and assists in the preparation of pleadings and briefs.
•Cooperates with heads of legal staffs of other State agencies whose functions are related to those of the Board.
•Provides expert legal assistance to the Chair and the Executive Director in the preparation and development of proposed legislation affecting the varied programs of the Board. Serves as the Chair’s legal advisor at legislative sessions and at committee hearings.
•Supervises the Health Provider Discipline Unit relating to investigations and findings of misconduct by authorized providers.
•Supervises the professional Practice Unit was developed to focus on issues regarding attorneys and representatives who appear before the board
•Supervises the Adjudication Division, to ensure proper formal and informal resolution by conciliators and Workers’ Compensation Law Judges
•Supervises the Administrative Review Division, and Full Board Review team, with respect to all processes involving administrative appeals.
•Supervise legal operations involving Paid Family Leave (PFL), including regulations, PFL discrimination, and the administration of the statutory Arbitration contract.
•Serve directly as, or supervise, a FOIL officer, a Records Access Officer, and a FOIL appeals officer.

Minimum Qualifications Law degree from an accredited law school; admission to, and member in good standing of, the New York State Bar; and eight years of relevant post-bar experience.

Preferred Qualifications - A good working knowledge of Workers’ Compensation law and the legal issues arising in the administration of the statute. Legislative Counsel experience a plus.

Additional Comments Please Note: A hybrid telecommuting schedule can be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview.

We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:

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
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• 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.
• Eligibility for various life insurance options.
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Program
• Flexible Spending Program, which allows employees to set aside pre-tax payroll deductions for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.


For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.


The Workers’ Compensation Board (Board) is an equal opportunity employer. The Board does not discriminate based upon age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. The Board is dedicated to eliminating injustices and ensuring diversity in our workforce so we can better serve our staff and create a space where all feel safe to be themselves. To help meet those goals, we encourage applicants from marginalized communities to apply. We are looking for candidates who are committed to working in and contributing to an environment that fosters a sense of belonging, as well as inclusion, and celebrates people of all backgrounds, identities, experiences, and perspectives.

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

Contact Information

Name Recruitment Unit

Telephone

Fax 518-486-6364

Email Address HRM@WCB.NY.GOV

Address

Street Human Resources Management

328 State Street

City Schenectady

State NY

Zip Code 12305

 

Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should send a letter of interest and resume which lists your actual Civil Service title, salary grade and specific verifiable information as to how you meet the minimum qualifications to be eligible to apply for this position. Please send your application to HRM@WCB.ny.gov (email applications are preferred). It is important that you reference the WCB Item #2632 in the subject line of your email to ensure receipt of your application. (Please do not reference the Vacancy ID No.)