Review Vacancy
AgencyTemporary and Disability Assistance, Office of
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $81446 to $102661 Annually
Minimum Qualifications Eligible for a lateral transfer or eligible for a 70.1 transfer or a 52.6 transfer by having one year of permanent competitive or 55.b/c service in the appropriate title.
Eligible for 70.1 transfer by having one year of permanent competitive or 55.b/c service as a Senior Attorney Realty, G-25.
OR
Reachable on the appropriate eligible list in Albany.
*NOTE: Candidates must be law school graduates who are admitted to the New York State Bar and whose membership is in good standing. Please be sure to include in your resume or cover letter the specific Civil Service title which qualifies you for transfer under Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law.
Duties Description Reporting to the Deputy Counsel and General Counsel, the duties of this position will include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Assist the Counsel, Deputy Counsel and Assistant Counsel of the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA); confer with OTDA officials on questions of law, particularly those involving homelessness and homeless shelters.
• Participate in the development of assigned Departmental legislative, regulatory and policy initiatives. This task may include research, drafting, participation in conferences and negotiations, and interaction with appropriate persons.
• Review Requests for Proposals (“RFPs”), the RFP process, and other procurement-related documents.
• Review contracts related to grant allocations for homeless housing and services programs.
• Review and respond to subpoenas and requests made under the New York Freedom of Information Law and the Personal Privacy Protection Law.
• Participate in OTDA's development and enforcement of statutory and regulatory standards pertaining to shelters for persons experiencing homelessness.
Additional Comments Appointment will be contingent upon the Division of the Budget approval to fill. A full-time, permanent appointment will be made. If certified by Civil Service, mandatory reemployment list candidates must be considered first for appointment to this title.
Hours are 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.
***Candidates should reference posting #19-026 when submitting your application.*** If submitting electronically, please reference posting #19-026 as part of your subject line.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address jobpostings@otda.ny.gov
Address
Street 40 North Pearl Street, 12B
Notes on ApplyingTo apply, please send a cover letter and resume. Include a current, Civil Service title and grade level and clearly state how you meet the minimum qualifications.
You may be required to provide acceptable proof of education, experience, credential and/or license to demonstrate that you meet the minimum qualifications for appointment to this position.
Applicants will be required to prove their eligibility for employment based upon acceptance of a position in accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
If you are a retiree currently receiving benefits, indicate this and the name of the retirement system in your response.
In accordance with state law, Governor’s Executive Order No. 6 and Section 504 of the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, the NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance does not discriminate against disabled individuals. If you are disabled and require reasonable accommodation at the time of the interview, please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity in Albany at (518) 473-8555