Position Information

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AgencyLabor, Department of

TitleAssociate Attorney – Albany, Buffalo, NYC

Occupational CategoryLegal

Salary Grade663

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $115283 to $145682 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 10%

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 To Be Determined

Street Address Multiple Positions Statewide - see Additional Comments

City TBD

StateNY

Zip Code12226

Job Specifics

Duties Description The New York State Department of Labor Counsel’s Office is seeking a highly skilled Associate Attorney to join our team and play a key role in the administration and enforcement of the Labor Law. Under the supervision of a Supervising Attorney, the Associate Attorney will lead a team of legal professions representing the Department’s interests in administrative hearings and complex legal matters. Responsibilities will include:
• Advise program areas on enforcing Labor Law, including prevailing wage requirements for public works and other projects;
• Represent the Department in all aspects of administrative hearings related to public work and prevailing wage requirements, particularly in matters involving novel or complex questions of law;
• Supervise attorneys representing the Department at administrative hearings and judicial proceedings;
• Guide a team of attorneys and support staff on a range of legal assignments, including cases without clear precedent;
• Review Counsel’s Office processes and procedures for improved efficiencies;
• Assist in providing training and professional development opportunities for staff, including developing and implementing general legal training programs and programs specific to the needs of the Department;
• Respond to inquiries and requests for information, legal opinions, and legal interpretations from the General Counsel, Deputy Counsels, Principal Attorney(s), Supervising Attorney(s), and program staff;
• Provide clear written and oral communications of legal conclusions;
• Act as the liaison between the Department and the Attorney General’s Office in the defense and prosecution of litigation to which the Department is a party; and
• Perform other duties necessary for the proper and efficient operation of Counsel’s Office.

Minimum Qualifications Competitive Minimum Qualifications:
If Civil Service Eligible list(s) exist, they will be canvassed. You may also apply if you are eligible for appointment by one of the following qualifications:

To be considered for this position, a review of your state history is needed. Please provide the last four digits of your social security number in your email response or on your application. If you are not comfortable providing this information in your response, a representative from our office will contact you via phone.

Admission to the New York State Bar and current registration to practice law in New York State is necessary for continued employment. Disbarment or loss of registration shall result in termination or suspension of employment.

Candidates reachable on the Civil Service Eligible list(s) will be canvassed. However, you may also apply if you are eligible for appointment by one of the following qualifications:

Reassignment Qualifications: (DOL EMPLOYEES ONLY)
Current New York State Department of Labor employee with at least one (1) year of permanent, contingent-permanent or 55 b/c service as an Associate Attorney, if you have less than one (1) year, you must be reachable on the current Associate Attorney eligible list for this location, if one exists.

52.7 Non-Competitive Promotion (NCP) Qualifications: (DOL EMPLOYEES ONLY)
To be eligible for NCP, candidates must be in the Department of Labor promotion field and have at least one (1) year of permanent, contingent-permanent or 55 b/c service as a Senior Attorney, Senior Attorney (Various Parenthetics). If 3 or fewer qualified Department of Labor Senior Attorney, Senior Attorney (Various Parenthetics) employees respond to this posting, Civil Service may approve the permanent appointment of one of the qualified Senior Attorney without further examination.

52.6 Transfer Qualifications:
One (1) year of permanent, contingent-permanent, or 55 b/c service in a title Grade 27/M-2 or higher determined to be administrative by Civil Service. Transfer candidates must also possess a law degree from an accredited college or university and be able to provide evidence of current registration to practice law in New York State.

NOTE: A comprehensive list of titles approved for transfer to Associate Attorney is available through Civil Service GOT-IT available at https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/.

Provisional Qualifications: (DOL EMPLOYEES ONLY)
Senior Attorney and/or Senior Attorney (Various Parenthetics), with one (1) year of permanent, contingent-permanent or 55 b/c service may apply. The appointed candidate would have to take, pass and be reachable on the next holding of the examination to be appointed permanently.

NOTE: It is essential that you describe your qualifying education and/or experience as completely as possible on your application; your application should describe in detail the kind of service and information you provide to the general public. Omissions or vagueness may not be interpreted in your favor. Additionally, in accordance with Civil Service Law, provisional service immediately prior to a permanent appointment to this title is now credited towards the completion of probation upon permanent appointment.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with other government agencies, regulators, and a diverse set of stakeholders.
• Experience with complex state or federal litigation or enforcement matters.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly to non-legal staff and leadership.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle multiple and shifting priorities and be able to meet both formal and informal deadlines.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Attention to detail.

Additional Comments This position may require a fingerprint background check prior to appointment.

Position specific job duties may include occasional altered work schedule or job assignments which require availability and willingness to work occasional evenings and/or out-stationed assignments.

Additional location pay is available for the following counties: Bronx, Kings, Nassau, NYC-Manhattan, Queens, Richmond, Rockland, Suffolk, and Westchester, Dutchess, Orange, and Putnam.

If you are a current NYS employee and have questions regarding salary, please contact the Business Services Center (BSC): 518-457-4272, BSCHR@ogs.ny.gov.

Telecommuting is available and can be discussed during the interview.

Please note: Due to operational requirements and funding considerations of various divisions/positions, there could be occasions in the future where unit assignments may change. Should this occur, it will not impact your title, salary or location.

Employment at the Department of Labor is contingent upon the maintenance of a valid work authorization and necessary documentation to work legally in the United States.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
• 13 paid holidays, 5 personal days, and a minimum of 13 vacation days per year
• Paid sick leave (CSEA and PEF employees- 13 days; M/C employees- 8 days plus free enrollment into the Income Protection Program for short-term and long-term disability coverage).
• Choice of several affordable and competitive health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans at no additional cost
• Membership in the NYS Employee’s Retirement System
• NYS Deferred Compensation Investment Plan
• Eligibility to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) (full-time employees)
• Eligibility to apply for tuition reimbursement for qualifying employees and courses
• Paid Parental Leave

Our mission is to provide outstanding services to our customers—the workers and business that call New York home. We help New Yorkers find careers they will love. We build and support New York’s businesses. We empower and protect New York’s workers. To learn more about our mission and the exciting work of the DOL, please visit: https://dol.ny.gov/about-us

DOL is committed to fostering employee engagement and work-life balance. We offer telecommuting and alternative work schedules to eligible employees. Eligible employees may be approved to telecommute, if operationally feasible, up to 2 days per regular work-week, and not to exceed 4 days per two-week pay period. Telecommuting can be discussed at the time of interview. Our exciting training and development opportunities, including Coursera and our formal Employee Recognition Program allow us to develop, recognize, and celebrate our workforce.

Please note that specific benefits and programs may vary based on negotiating unit, current contract, length of State service, and program area.

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

How to Apply

Name Michelle Lavigne

Telephone 518-457-1020

Fax EFax:5184742871@fax.ny.gov

Email Address YourDOLJourneyIsHere@labor.ny.gov

Address

Street State Office Campus, Building 12

1220 Washington Ave

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12226

 

Notes on ApplyingQualified candidates should copy the below web address into your browser to complete the online application for the Department of Labor.

https://on.ny.gov/apply2dol

Please refer to Vacancy ID and title when applying. Add preferred location in Location box.

All candidates must submit a written resume and cover letter which clearly demonstrates how they meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Unofficial transcripts and/or other documents will be required for certain positions as indicated in the minimum qualifications. These documents must be received by December 22, 2025. Documents must be uploaded as unlocked and accessible attachments. If experiencing difficulties with the above link, please reach out to YourDOLJourneyisHere@labor.ny.gov

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Department of Labor is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to ensuring equal opportunity for persons with disabilities and workplace diversity.

New York State (NYS) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS 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, carrier status, gender identity or prior conviction records, or prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications or sealed records unless based on a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.

If you are a person with a disability and wish to request that a reasonable accommodation be provided for you to participate in a job interview, please contact: Department of Labor, Attn: Director, Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (ODEI), Building 12, Albany, NY 12226 (Phone (518) 457-1984 and/or fax (518) 485-2575.)

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 his or her 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 Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at response@oer.ny.gov.