Review Vacancy
AgencyEducation Department, State
TitleAssociate Attorney (Open to NYS Employees only), Box PIMS-852/00187
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $109250 to $134178 Annually
Minimum Qualifications MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Reassignment: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service as an Associate Attorney.
Eligible List Appointment: Candidates must be reachable on the Civil Service eligible list for this title. If you are on the Civil Service eligible list for this title, you may receive a canvass letter. You must complete and return it as instructed on the letter.
Section 52.6 Transfer: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55b/c service in a title allocated SG-26 or higher eligible to transfer under Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law. Candidates must also possess a Juris Doctorate degree AND be admitted to the Bar to practice law in New York State or in a state with Bar reciprocity to qualify for transfer.
For information regarding the transfer options of your current title, please visit the Civil Service Career Mobility Office Website. https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/title-search/index.cfm
Duties Description The New York State Education Department is seeking candidates for an Associate Attorney position in the Office of State Review (OSR). The OSR assists the New York State Review Officer (SRO) in reviewing appealed decisions of impartial hearing officers concerning the identification, evaluation, program, or placement of children who have, or are suspected of having, an educational disability. Duties will include, but are not limited to the following:
• Assist in the effective supervision of Office of State Review Staff and operations by supervising Senior and Education Specialist Attorneys, rapidly screening and assigning appeals, tracking and reporting of cycle time, ensuring quality decisions are consistent with federal and State laws, developing and conducting employee evaluations and performance agreements, monitoring employee time, attendance, and leave requests, and implementing directives of SRO;
• Identify opportunities to further increase efficiency, improve consistency and prevent backlog of Section 4404 appeals by streamlining work processes, effectively using an electronic filing and case management system for control and performance assessment purposes, identifying and implementing strategies to further increase efficacy, and improve consistency and prevent backlog;
• In a timely manner, review and edit draft decisions for accuracy, thoroughness, consistency, and quality by creating and incorporating timelines for reviewing and editing draft decisions, maintaining compliance with cycle time, and demonstrating and sharing high level of expertise in legal research and writing and in special education law. If expertise in special education law is not currently possessed, then demonstrates a willingness and ability to develop such expertise; and
• Facilitate the education and training of OSR staff regarding the appeals process by identifying team members’ individual talents and needs for growth and making assignments accordingly, and recommending additional training or team members on particular subjects.
Additional Comments CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
This will be a permanent appointment. Promotions and transfers may change appointees’ negotiating unit. Candidates should be aware that changes in negotiating units may affect their salary, insurance, and other benefits. Verification of degree and Bar status will be required at the time of interview for all candidates. Candidates are required to possess Juris Doctorate degree AND be admitted to the Bar to practice law in New York State or in a state with Bar reciprocity at the time of hire. Continued employment as an Associate Attorney is dependent upon maintaining registration to practice law in New York State. Failure to maintain registration to practice law in New York State will result in removal from employment. his position allows for the opportunity to telecommute up to 30% each bi-weekly pay period and is granted at the discretion of the supervisor and the appointing office.
This position leads to a maximum salary of $134,178 based on annual performance advances.
APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by December 17, 2024 to omsjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (PIMS-852/00187) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.
New York State Education Department (NYSED) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Human Rights 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, gender identity, prior conviction records, prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications, or sealed records.
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• https://www.cs.ny.gov/jobseeker/
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Generous benefits of working for New York State, including, but not limited to, the following:
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
• 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 (M/C Only).
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).
• Eligibility for various life insurance options.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Office of Human Resources Management
Email Address omsjobs@nysed.gov
Address
Street New York State Education department
89 Washington Avenue, 528 EB
Notes on ApplyingAPPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by December 17, 2024 to omsjobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (PIMS-852/00187) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.