Assistant General Counsel

Assistant General CounselLocation:Albany, USSummaryProvide 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-CJ1Responsibilities

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 RequirementsThe 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 .New York is Powered by YouWe are a team of over 1,900 energy technologists, IT specialists, business experts, hydro engineers, and other professionals leading the energy revolution. With state-of-the-art technology, advanced R&D, and a modernized infrastructure, we provide New Yorkers with low-cost, clean, reliable power — and we are well on the way to becoming the first fully digital utility in the country. At NYPA, you will be empowered to think big, do good, and transform the energy industry.NYPA on Forbes "Best of" - again!NYPA is ranked by Forbes as one of America's best midsize employers for 2022 (https://www.forbes.com/companies/new-york-power-authority/?sh=1a1da5ad3160) for the fourth consecutive year! Browse today and apply.