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Attorney Position

The APA Office of Counsel is seeking candidates for an attorney position. This position may be filled at the Senior Attorney (SG-25) level. The attorney in this role will serve as a transactional and regulatory law generalist, with a portfolio centered on Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) compliance, contract review, procurement law, and related government operations and ethics matters.

Given APA's unique statutory framework and mandate, the successful candidate will possess familiarity with the legal landscape governing land use agencies, environmental permitting, and New York Public Officers Law or the demonstrated ability to learn new areas of law and process and advise various stakeholders on those matters effectively.

Duties

At the Senior Attorney level, and within the developmental scope of the traineeship, the attorney in this position will be expected to perform duties that include:

• Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) Administration
• Contracts and Procurement
• General Legal Support

Preferred Qualifications

The following qualifications are preferred but not required. Candidates with these skills are encouraged to apply regardless of prior government experience:

• Familiarity with FOIL, FOIA, or public records law in New York or another jurisdiction
• Knowledge of or interest in environmental, land use, or administrative law
• Experience with government contracts, procurement, or public finance law
• Experience drafting policy memoranda, legal opinions, or transactional documents in a government or regulatory context
• Strong research and writing skills with ability to communicate complex legal issues to non-attorney audiences
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across disciplines, including program staff, administrators, and external partners, in a team-oriented environment
• Experience providing solution-oriented legal guidance to internal clients, with a service-minded approach that supports agency operations rather than simply identifying legal risk
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines across multiple active matters while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
• Demonstrated initiative in identifying issues, proposing improvements to legal or administrative processes, and following through on assignments with minimal supervision
• Positive, collegial approach to legal work, with a willingness to assist colleagues and adapt to evolving agency needs in a small Agency setting
• Experience working in or with a regulatory, permitting, or land use agency, or in a rural or geographically distinct community context, is a plus but not required

Minimum Qualifications

NY HELPS Open-Competitive Qualifications, SG-25: 12 months as an Assistant Attorney 3, OR admission to the NYS Bar and 24 months of subsequent satisfactory legal experience.

In addition, open competitive candidates should have the selective criteria that is listed within the duties description.

Alternate Minimum Qualifications:

The candidate may also be eligible for appointment to this position if they meet any of the following minimum qualifications.

• Reassignment Qualifications
• 52.6 Transfer Qualifications to Senior Attorney, G-25
• 70.1 Transfer Qualifications to Senior Attorney, G-25
• Reinstatement Under Rule 5.4
• 55-b/c Qualifications

Additional Comments

Salary Grade: SG-25. The starting salary for this position is $96,336. The salary range is $96,336 to $121,413.

The State of NY offers a work-life balance and generous 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 costs
• NYS Deferred Compensation Plan
• This position may offer the opportunity for a part-time telecommuting schedule
• Additional items discussed during interview

Telework may be available 5 out of 10 days per pay period. Subject to current policies and procedures, along with Supervisor approval.

The Adirondack Park Agency is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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

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