Assistant Deputy Counsel for the Senate Majority Counsel’s Office

The New York State Senate is seeking applicants to fill the position of Assistant Deputy Counsel for the Senate Majority Counsel’s Office.

The position of Assistant Deputy Counsel is responsible for performing the following duties:
• Supervising Associate Counsel or Policy Analyst staff;
• Providing legal, policy and budget analysis, and central staff support, for the Senate Majority Conference on matters referred to the committees on Codes, Crime Victims, Crime and Correction, Judiciary, Veterans, Homeland Security and Military Affairs (particular emphasis is placed on knowledge and experience with concrete legislative and policy areas within these legislative issue areas);

• Tracking related legislation active in the state;
• Making oral presentations on matters under consideration by the Legislature;
• Drafting memoranda analyzing policy initiatives and legislation;
• Preparing briefing materials for members of the Conference;
• Assisting Senators in preparation for floor debate, public hearings, roundtable discussions, forums and other public meetings and events; and
• Networking and building relationships with stakeholders, advocates, and constituency groups.

To be considered, you must have:

•Minimum five years’ experience
•Strong writing and oratory skills
•Management experience in a legislative, political, or governmental context is preferred

Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated legislative experience in relevant policy areas that include constitutional law, civil law and procedure, criminal justice, criminal law and procedure, or experience in any subject matter falling within any of the following Senate committee areas: Codes, Crime Victims, Crime and Correction, Judiciary, Veterans, Homeland Security and Military Affairs.

Candidates who possess a Juris Doctor (J.D.) shall be considered for the title of Assistant Deputy Counsel. Candidates possessing similar relevant experience and educational achievement may be alternatively considered for the title of Assistant Deputy Director on a case-by-case basis.

While this position is open to applicants residing in New York City, applicants living in or willing to relocate to the Capital Region are strongly preferred.