Assistant Counsel - VID 180532

Description

Duties Description

• Provide legal support and advice to program units within the Office of Cannabis Management, such as Licensing and Compliance.
• Draft and review proposed legislation and regulations.
• Prepare and present cases at administrative proceedings by preparing opening statements and summations, arguing motions, examining witnesses, consulting with parties to the proceeding, examining evidence, preparing briefs, negotiating settlement, preparing appeals, and advising superiors.
• Ensure the agency’s compliance with the Freedom of Information Law
• Assist the agency’s Ethics Officer and Ethics Counsel with ensuring agency compliance with training and reporting requirements under the Public Officers Law.
• Work with the Office of the Attorney General with respect to litigation involving the Cannabis Control Board and Office of Cannabis Management.
• Provide legal support and advice to the administrative units within the Office of Cannabis Management on matters such as human resources and procurement.
• Perform other duties and special projects as required.
  
  

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must have been admitted to the New York State Bar and must have had two years of experience in the practice of law subsequent to admission to the Bar.

Note

Additional Comments

• Travel may be required (approximately 10%), including during evening and weekends, depending on mission and assignment.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid Driver’s License issued by the NYS Department of Motor Vehicle is required, or otherwise demonstrate the capacity to meet the transportation needs of the job.
  
  

The Office of General Services provides human resources support for the Office of Cannabis Management. To apply for this vacancy, candidates must email a detailed resume providing specific, verifiable information about their qualifying experience to HRresumes@ogs.ny.gov and they must reference the above posting number. This must be received in the OGS Division of Human Resources Management by the closing date, or your response will not be considered.

The Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage applicants for all communities to apply. For a full version of OCM’s EEO/AA statement and benefits of joining OCM, please visit: About | Office of Cannabis Management (ny.gov).

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