Assistant Deputy Counsel

Duties

POSITION TITLE: ASSISTANT DEPUTY COUNSEL

LOCATION: OFFICE OF COURT ADMINISTRATION - FRANKLIN H. WILLIAMS JUDICIAL COMMISSION - NEW YORK, NY

BASE SALARY: $130,061 + $4,920 LOCATION PAY

The Assistant Deputy Counsel assists the Executive Director and Commission leadership in the administration and execution of the Commission’s work, including operations, personnel management and supervision, and the development and
implementation of programs and initiatives that advance racial and ethnic fairness and improve access to justice within the New York State Unified Court System.

Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the position involves substantial operational oversight; extensive legal, legislative and policy research; and the preparation of reports, policy recommendations, and publications addressing diversity, equity, access to justice, and court improvement. The Assistant Deputy Counsel also oversees the planning and execution of conferences, town halls, and educational programs. In addition, the Assistant Deputy Counsel assists in supervising counsel, analysts, and interns; collaborates with judges, court administrators, and community partners; and exercises sound professional judgment in handling confidential and sensitive matters.

Preference will be given to candidates with prior supervisory experience and demonstrated work in equity, diversity and fairness initiatives.

Some travel is required.

Selected candidates may be required to complete a pre-interview assignment.

Salary

• $134,981/year

Qualifications

Admission to the New York State Bar; and Two years of service in the Associate Counsel title; or Equivalent legal experience.

How to Apply

All interested persons meeting the minimum qualifications should submit a cover letter, resume, completed UCS-5 Application for Employment form (obtainable from any administrative office in a court building or on the web at www.nycourts.gov/careers/UCS5.pdf) and a signed cover letter, resume, and list of references (including contact information) to FHWilliams@nycourts.gov or mail to:

Karlene Dennis
Executive Director
Franklin H. Williams Judicial Commission
Office of Court Administration
25 Beaver Street, 8th Floor
New York, NY 10004