Job Information
New York Power Authority Assistant General Counsel in Albany, New York
Assistant General Counsel
Location:
Albany, US
Summary
Provide timely, cost-effective and high quality legal and policy advice on Power Sales and Economic Development Power Programs, Renewables Development, Strategic Planning and Legislative Affairs to executive and senior managers as well as headquarters and facilities human resources personnel. Supervise and develop legal and non-legal staff in support of the unit’s efforts in connection with these activities and to coordinate assignments with outside counsel.
A candidate for this position should have the ability to write, amend and analyze legislation, knowledge of New York’s energy and capacity markets, and the authority and responsibilities of the NYISO and FERC. The candidate should also have working knowledge of the State’s transmission and distribution systems and utility practices, knowledge of the jurisdiction and responsibilities of the NYS Public Service Commission and Department of Public Service and knowledge of State and federal agencies and programs relating to renewable power generation. #LI-CJ1
Responsibilities
Provide the General Counsel with assistance in carrying out his/her duties and responsibilities
To ensure the provision of quality legal assistance when called upon to support Authority activities
To coordinate, supervise, and motivate the assignments of the Unit staff
To assure continuing legal training and professional development opportunities for Unit staff
Remain current on State legislation that could impact the Authority and its subsidiaries
Manage and coordinate the work of attorneys including outside counsel and non-attorneys working on matters which are the responsibility of the Division
Assure that timely and quality legal advice is provided to the Departments served by this position
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to manage senior attorneys and report to the General Counsel on matter status and strengths and weaknesses of Authority positions
Ability to interact with and manage outside counsel
Outstanding written and oral communication skills required. Must understand computer presentation tools. Must have ability to influence decisions by internal and external stakeholders through substantive knowledge, communication skills and demeanor.
Superior negotiation skills required to build consensus and achieve resolution on issues within and outside the Authority
Must be able to manage a small work group while acting as a senior individual contributor with own case/workload. Project management skills necessary.
Must be an independent thinker, take "ownership" of issues and articulate interests and positions based on long-term legal and business interests of the Authority
Education, Experience and Certifications
Bachelors’ and Juris Doctorate degrees
Admission to New York State Bar
Minimum ten years of experience in related field
Minimum three years managerial or five years leading a team
Physical Requirements
The New York Power Authority is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. The target salary range for this position is: $190,880-$255,000. The salary offered will be determined based on the successful candidates’ relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
The New York Power Authority and Canal Corporation believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents and veterans to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, NYPA/Canals is committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect communities across New York and enthusiastically serve them. We proudly celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race/color, creed/religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, disability, military status, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy and related conditions, familial/marital status, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest/criminal conviction record or any other category protected by law.
NYPA/Canals will also provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring process related to candidates’ disabilities, pregnancy-related conditions, religious observances/practices and/or domestic violence concerns. To request an accommodation, please email accessibility@nypa.gov .
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