What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy General Counsel position at Power Authority?
The duties that the incumbent of the vacancy will be expected to perform. Duties Description Knowledgeable on how to lead large functional and/or operational business units with multiple layers and disciplinesSupervise daily operations and provide direction, advice, and counsel to Assistant General Counsels (AGCs), Corporate Secretary’s Office, VP of Ethics and Compliance, and SVP of Policy and Regulatory AffairsMaintain close working relationships with the EVP, General Counsel, and at the request of the EVP, with the President, Chairman, and members of the Executive Management CommitteeEnsure smooth workflow and manage relationships with outside law firms, handling matters where the EVP may need to be recusedAct on behalf of the EVP in providing legal advice to Trustees, Chairman, President, and senior management; represent the Authority legally; supervise the Legal Department; participate in the Executive Management Committee; and perform duties of Secretary to the Board of Trustees and EDPABProvide legal advice on operational issues of the Authority and counsel to Trustees, Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer, and Executive ManagementMaintains strong working relationships with outside organizations such as: Courts, Governor’s Office, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, NYISO, Public Service Commission, NYS Energy & Research Development Agency, Other Agency Counsels, Outside Law Firms, Accountants and Financial Advisors, Energy SuppliersSupervise the Office of the VP for Ethics and Compliance, ensuring adherence to ethical standards and regulatory requirementsManage AGCs and equivalents to ensure quality legal support for all Authority activities and proper representation in judicial, legislative, and administrative forumsStay informed of legal, statutory, legislative, and regulatory developments that could impact the NYPA
The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesExtensive practical experience across multiple disciplines within NYPA and understanding of market best practices and NYPA’s business environmentStrong familiarity with NYPA’s history, statutory powers, functions, and Public Authorities LawAbility to understand and address engineering, scientific, technical, accounting, labor, marketing, environmental, political, and financial issuesCommitment to ongoing education through industry conferences and participation in both Authority and external training programsIn-depth knowledge of the competitive electricity markets in NYS and familiarity with NYS energy issues, statutes, and the political structureMaintains relationships with external network of energy lawyers and executivesWell-developed skills in public speaking, managing meetings, writing, and editing. Ability to collaborate with engineering and technical staff to achieve consensus on policy and legal objectives.Proven ability to manage direct and indirect reports, strategic and financial planning, budgeting, organizational, and performance measurement skillsCapable of generating ideas and handling major initiativesEnsures Legal Department employees receive necessary training and resources. Final authority over Legal Department questions and appointments, collaborates with senior management and key stakeholders.Education, Experience and CertificationsBachelors’ and Juris Doctorate degrees are requiredAdmission to New York State BarMinimum 10 or more years of experience in related field preferred Minimum three or more years managerial experience, five years leading a team, or a combination of managerial and leadership experienceExperience in office administration and in the State legislative/political arena required
Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments SummaryProvides legal advice/counsel to all NYPA’s business and functional areas. Researches, analyzes, and interprets proposed and existing laws, statutes, and regulations. Identifies, monitors, and addresses issues of legal risk. Informs and contributes to the structuring, drafting, negotiating and/or approval of legal contracts, letters of agreement, policies and other documents. May represent NYPA during litigation, arbitration, mediation or other disputes with courts, government agencies, or other legal authorities.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
The minimum qualifications required for this vacancy. Minimum Qualifications Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesExtensive practical experience across multiple disciplines within NYPA and understanding of market best practices and NYPA’s business environmentStrong familiarity with NYPA’s history, statutory powers, functions, and Public Authorities LawAbility to understand and address engineering, scientific, technical, accounting, labor, marketing, environmental, political, and financial issuesCommitment to ongoing education through industry conferences and participation in both Authority and external training programsIn-depth knowledge of the competitive electricity markets in NYS and familiarity with NYS energy issues, statutes, and the political structureMaintains relationships with external network of energy lawyers and executivesWell-developed skills in public speaking, managing meetings, writing, and editing. Ability to collaborate with engineering and technical staff to achieve consensus on policy and legal objectives.Proven ability to manage direct and indirect reports, strategic and financial planning, budgeting, organizational, and performance measurement skillsCapable of generating ideas and handling major initiativesEnsures Legal Department employees receive necessary training and resources. Final authority over Legal Department questions and appointments, collaborates with senior management and key stakeholders.Education, Experience and CertificationsBachelors’ and Juris Doctorate degrees are requiredAdmission to New York State BarMinimum 10 or more years of experience in related field preferred Minimum three or more years managerial experience, five years leading a team, or a combination of managerial and leadership experienceExperience in office administration and in the State legislative/political arena required
Additional comments regarding the vacancy. Additional Comments SummaryProvides legal advice/counsel to all NYPA’s business and functional areas. Researches, analyzes, and interprets proposed and existing laws, statutes, and regulations. Identifies, monitors, and addresses issues of legal risk. Informs and contributes to the structuring, drafting, negotiating and/or approval of legal contracts, letters of agreement, policies and other documents. May represent NYPA during litigation, arbitration, mediation or other disputes with courts, government agencies, or other legal authorities.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.