The State University of New York
Managing Counsel - Litigation and Labor
The State University of New York, Albany, New York, United States
Position:
Managing Counsel - Litigation and Labor at
The State University of New York
Location:
Albany, NY •
Category:
Professional Positions •
Posted On:
Wed Dec 11 2024
About The Office Of General Counsel The Office of General Counsel (OGC) provides legal services and support to SUNY's Board of Trustees, Chancellor and senior officers for SUNY System Administration at Albany, New York, and the presidents and administrators of SUNY campuses. The OGC consists of more than 50 experienced higher education attorneys, paralegals and support staff with offices in Albany and at campus locations. The practice covers a wide range of topics including public procurement, governance and ethics, legislation, health care, capital construction, public finance, labor arbitration, litigation oversight, student affairs, and real property.
Duties And Responsibilities
Lead attorney for the OGC in providing comprehensive legal services and guidance to the State University and its State-operated campuses on issues related to federal or state litigation where one or more SUNY campuses are named; strategically managing litigation and disputes across the System, including labor arbitrations and other administrative proceedings (e.g., Division of Human Rights, EEOC, OCR).
Draft responses, including position statements, in administrative proceedings; manage employment/labor issues in collaboration with SUNY's Employee Relations Group and union contracts.
Liaise with the NYS Attorney General's Office and outside counsel; negotiate and evaluate settlement requests; oversee discovery; prepare witnesses for depositions, arbitrations and trials.
Coordinate with the NYS Inspector General's Office and NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government and SUNY campuses in investigations of misconduct; perform other duties as needed.
Job Requirements
Required Qualifications : Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school (or foreign equivalent); admission to the New York State Bar in good standing (or eligibility for admission within six months); strong academic background; experience advising clients on complex litigation and/or labor and employment issues; this position requires 8+ years of legal practice or relevant experience prior to beginning the position.
Preferred Qualifications : 20+ years of experience in litigation and/or labor and employment issues; demonstrated success in building, leading, and managing a team; experience in higher education and/or government law; superior written and oral communication and interpersonal skills; ability to present complex legal concepts to diverse, non-legal professionals; experience in preparing and providing legal training on various issues.
Additional Information Salary is dependent on a variety of factors, including but not limited to experience, education, training, and certifications. The range as an Campus Counsel position is $118,000 - $171,00.
SUNY System Administration Benefits Our benefits package includes: retirement options, health insurance, time off, and other leave policies. Explore our full benefits offerings here: www.suny.edu/benefits
Retirement: Fully funded pension and self-driven defined contribution options, plus two supplemental plans.
Health Insurance: Several options with full coverage and low deductibles.
Time Off: Paid time off with vacation and sick leave accruals up to 21 days per year for each category.
Additional paid leave options for childbirth, adoption, elder care, and other family care situations.
Flexible Working Arrangements: Hybrid schedules may be available depending on the position.
Seniority level Director
Employment type Full-time
Job function Legal
Industries Higher Education
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Managing Counsel - Litigation and Labor at
The State University of New York
Location:
Albany, NY •
Category:
Professional Positions •
Posted On:
Wed Dec 11 2024
About The Office Of General Counsel The Office of General Counsel (OGC) provides legal services and support to SUNY's Board of Trustees, Chancellor and senior officers for SUNY System Administration at Albany, New York, and the presidents and administrators of SUNY campuses. The OGC consists of more than 50 experienced higher education attorneys, paralegals and support staff with offices in Albany and at campus locations. The practice covers a wide range of topics including public procurement, governance and ethics, legislation, health care, capital construction, public finance, labor arbitration, litigation oversight, student affairs, and real property.
Duties And Responsibilities
Lead attorney for the OGC in providing comprehensive legal services and guidance to the State University and its State-operated campuses on issues related to federal or state litigation where one or more SUNY campuses are named; strategically managing litigation and disputes across the System, including labor arbitrations and other administrative proceedings (e.g., Division of Human Rights, EEOC, OCR).
Draft responses, including position statements, in administrative proceedings; manage employment/labor issues in collaboration with SUNY's Employee Relations Group and union contracts.
Liaise with the NYS Attorney General's Office and outside counsel; negotiate and evaluate settlement requests; oversee discovery; prepare witnesses for depositions, arbitrations and trials.
Coordinate with the NYS Inspector General's Office and NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government and SUNY campuses in investigations of misconduct; perform other duties as needed.
Job Requirements
Required Qualifications : Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school (or foreign equivalent); admission to the New York State Bar in good standing (or eligibility for admission within six months); strong academic background; experience advising clients on complex litigation and/or labor and employment issues; this position requires 8+ years of legal practice or relevant experience prior to beginning the position.
Preferred Qualifications : 20+ years of experience in litigation and/or labor and employment issues; demonstrated success in building, leading, and managing a team; experience in higher education and/or government law; superior written and oral communication and interpersonal skills; ability to present complex legal concepts to diverse, non-legal professionals; experience in preparing and providing legal training on various issues.
Additional Information Salary is dependent on a variety of factors, including but not limited to experience, education, training, and certifications. The range as an Campus Counsel position is $118,000 - $171,00.
SUNY System Administration Benefits Our benefits package includes: retirement options, health insurance, time off, and other leave policies. Explore our full benefits offerings here: www.suny.edu/benefits
Retirement: Fully funded pension and self-driven defined contribution options, plus two supplemental plans.
Health Insurance: Several options with full coverage and low deductibles.
Time Off: Paid time off with vacation and sick leave accruals up to 21 days per year for each category.
Additional paid leave options for childbirth, adoption, elder care, and other family care situations.
Flexible Working Arrangements: Hybrid schedules may be available depending on the position.
Seniority level Director
Employment type Full-time
Job function Legal
Industries Higher Education
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