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AgencyJustice Center For The Protection Of People With Special Needs

TitleAssociate Counsel (Director of Administrative Hearings Unit)

Occupational CategoryLegal

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $111925 to $141439 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class

Travel Percentage 10%

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 Schenectady

Street Address 401 State Street

City Schenectady

StateNY

Zip Code12305

Duties Description Reporting directly to the Executive Director of the New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs, the Director Administrative Hearings’ duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Oversee the administration and management of administrative hearings, including scheduling, case assignments, and decision issuance.
• Supervise administrative law judges and hearing officers, ensuring adherence to legal standards, policies, and procedural fairness.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and training to maintain consistency and efficiency in the adjudication process.
• Ensure hearings comply with applicable laws, including the Protection of People with Special Needs Act of 2012.
• Monitor caseloads, review hearing outcomes, and implement improvements to enhance efficiency and fairness.
• Provide guidance on legal and procedural issues, assisting in the interpretation of laws, regulations, and precedents.
• Represent the Justice Center in external meetings, legislative discussions, and stakeholder engagements related to administrative hearings.
• Reviews recommended orders for compliance with applicable statutes and guidelines prior to submission to the Executive Director.
• Fields inquiries and resolves complaints from appellants, representatives, elected officials, or other governmental agencies concerning the hearing process.
• Prepare reports and analyze data related to the Hearing Unit’s performance and hearing outcomes.
• Represent the Administrative Hearing Unit in internal meetings and executive briefings.

Minimum Qualifications M-3: law degree from an accredited law school; admission to, and member in good standing of, the New York State Bar; and four years of relevant post-bar experience.

Additional Comments Established in 2013 by the Protection with Special Needs Act; The New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs (Justice Center) is charged with protecting over one million New Yorkers under the care or jurisdiction across six State Oversight Agencies. https://www.justicecenter.ny.gov/

The New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs (Justice Center) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status, or status as a victim of domestic violence.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 College Savings Program
Please note that specific benefits and programs may vary based on negotiating unit, current contract, and length of State service.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The New York State Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs (Justice Center) provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the Office of Human Resources via email at jc.sm.deeo@justicecenter.ny.gov

NOTE ON FINGERPRINTING: Please be advised that should you accept a job offer with this agency, you may be required to be fingerprinted and pay for the cost of the fingerprinting fee.

NOTE ON TELECOMMUTING: Employees are required to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute according to the Justice Center’s Telecommuting Program Guidelines.

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

Name Human Resources / MC

Telephone

Fax 518-549-0462

Email Address jc.sm.HRresumes@justiccecenter.ny.gov

Address

Street 161 Delaware Avenue

City Delmar

State NY

Zip Code 12054

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit cover letter along with a clear and concise resume detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position as listed in Specifics to jc.sm.HRresumes@justicecenter.ny.gov and indicate the Position Title & Vacancy ID number for which you are applying.