Chief Deputy Counsel

Announcement Posted:
3/10/2026

Responses must be hand delivered or postmarked by:
4/9/2026

Salary Range:
$156,757 to $197,170

Location:
Division of Legal Affairs
40 North Pearl Street
Albany, New York 12243

Grade:
NS (Equated to M-6, Management/Confidential)

# of Positions: 1

Candidates Must Meet the Following Qualifications:

Law degree from an accredited law school; admission to, and member in good standing of the New York State Bar; and eight years of relevant post-bar experience.

Duties of Position:
Reporting directly to the General Counsel, the incumbent of this position is responsible for assisting the General Counsel in setting the Agency’s overall legal policy. The duties of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Advise in the areas of litigation, legislation, regulations, the provision of administrative hearings, and matters involving local social services districts.
• Assist in providing direction to Division of Legal Affair’s (DLA) staff on implementation of Agency legal policy.
• Provide legal counsel to OTDA executive staff and program areas on a wide array of legal matters impacting the Agency.
• Brief leadership and program areas on legal developments impacting important policy concerns.
• Liaise with the Department of Law, other New York State agencies, local social services districts, and other governmental entities.
• Lead complex multi-agency and multi-division projects.
• Stay abreast of changes in the law that impact Agency initiatives.
• Assist in supervision of staff and daily operations of the DLA.

Working for New York State:

As a New York State employee, you are afforded great fringe benefits totaling in excess of 60% of your salary. Our comprehensive package includes:

• Health care coverage with provisions for hospitalization, medical/surgical coverage, prescription drug benefits, dental, and vision;
• Generous vacation, personal, and sick leave benefits;
• Up to thirteen paid holidays per calendar year;
• Pre-Tax Health Care;
• Voluntary enrollment in deferred compensation plans;
• Access to financial assistance for further career-related study;
• Membership in the New York State Retirement System
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Alternative Work Schedule Options

Conditions of Employment:

A full-time, exempt appointment will be made. A background check and fingerprinting of the selected candidate will be required. This position's work hours are 9 am to 5 pm. 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.

Remarks:

• Candidates should reference posting 26-031 when submitting your application.
• If submitting electronically, please reference posting 26-031 as part of your subject line.
• If you are interested in applying to this position, please visit how to apply for applicant instructions.

NYS OTDA seeks to promote a diverse workforce that is a representation of the various cultures, voices, backgrounds, ideas, and talents of the citizens and communities that we serve. In alignment with New York State’s Executive Orders 187 and 31, OTDA is committed to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility by fostering an inclusive workplace

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