SENIOR ATTORNEY (NY HELPS)

Company: State of New York
Location: Albany
Posted on: October 19, 2024

Job Description:

The selected candidate will provide legal assistance and support primarily to the Homeless Housing and Assistance Program (HHAP). That program, with annual budget appropriations of approximately $128 Million, provides grants and loans to not-for-profit corporations, charitable and religious organizations, municipalities, and public corporations to acquire, construct or rehabilitate housing for persons who are homeless and are unable to secure adequate housing without special assistance. The program is administered by the Homeless Housing and Assistance Corporation (HHAC).

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Reporting directly to the Deputy Counsel for the HHAP, Housing and Shelter bureau, the selected candidate will provide a full range of activities in support of the Homeless Housing and Assistance Program including legal assistance and support to program administrators and managers in the day-to-day operation of the HHAP. The role of the selected candidate will be similar to that of a commercial lender's counsel and corporate counsel.
Duties:

• Provide legal support and assistance to Counsel for the HHAC, including such matters as corporate governance and operations.
• Draft or review procurement documents for HHAP grants and awards, provide legal counsel and advice to the Corporation and program staff at all phases of project development, from the granting of awards through the end of the project operation phase, including preparing for and attending real property closings and resolving contract issues during construction of homeless housing projects.
• Draft and/or review contracts, loan documents, leases, award or grant agreements, deeds, real estate title documentation and reports.
• Analyze legal issues, prepare memoranda and legal opinions, and review and analyze changes in laws, rules, and regulations and their effect on agency programs and the HHAC.
  Salary: $93,530 - $117,875/year
  Qualifications:NY HELPS: This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide program (NY HELPS). For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, candidates may be hired via a non-competitive appointment if they meet the below NY HELPS minimum qualifications.NON-COMPETITIVE QUALIFICATIONS:
• You must be a graduate of an accredited law school with an LLB or JD degree. Admission to the New York State Bar and current registration to practice in New York State is necessary for continued employment.
• Admission to the NYS Bar and 24 months of subsequent satisfactory legal experience.
• Note: You must be a graduate of an accredited law school with an LLB or JD degree. Admission to the New York State Bar and current registration to practice in New York State is necessary for continued employment. Novice level litigation experience where litigation tasks were performed occasionally with some guidance and/or assistance, is required.Preferred Experience:The selected candidate will serve in OTDA's Division of Legal Affairs as part of the HHAP, Housing and Shelter bureau. The HHAP, Housing and Shelter bureau provides legal assistance and support to the programs administering the Homeless Housing and Assistance Program (HHAP), Housing Services contracts and the Division of Shelter Oversight and Compliance (DSOC).
  OR
  55 B/C: This position is eligible for 55b/c appointment, and candidates with 55b/c eligibility are encouraged to apply. To be eligible for a 55b/c appointment, candidate must be currently enrolled in the Civil Service 55b/c program and must meet the minimum qualifications listed above.
  COMPETITIVE QUALIFICATIONS:
• Eligible for a lateral transfer or eligible for transfer under Section 70.1 or 52.6 of the Civil Service Law by having one year of permanent competitive service in an appropriate title.
• Information regarding transfer eligibility is available on the Civil Service Career Mobility Office website.
  OR
  Reachable on the appropriate eligible list in Albany.
  Other Information:Conditions of Employment:
  A full-time permanent or contingent permanent appointment will be made. If certified by Civil Service, mandatory reemployment list candidates must be considered first for appointment to this title. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.Your resume must indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Non-specific submissions may be disqualified from further consideration if the information you provide does not meet the minimum qualifications.Telecommuting up to 50% may be available in accordance with The Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance policy and can be discussed during the interview.
  How to Apply:To 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.Interested applicants should send an email with their resumes attached to jobpostings@otda.ny.gov and reference posting #24222SNY. DO NOT REFERENCE THE VACANCY ID NUMBER.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 OTDA's designee for reasonable accommodation.
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