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NY HELP Yes Agency Insurance Fund, State Title Assistant Attorney 1/ Assistant Attorney 2/ Assistant Attorney 3 / Senior Attorney - Appeals (NY HELPS) Occupational Category Legal Salary Grade NS Bargaining Unit PS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF) Salary Range From $66951 to $121413 Annually Employment Type Full-Time Appointment Type Permanent Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class Travel Percentage 15% Workweek Mon-Fri Hours Per Week 37.5 Workday From 8:30 AM To 5 PM Flextime allowed? Yes Mandatory overtime? No Compressed workweek allowed? No Telecommuting allowed? Yes County Onondaga Street Address 1045 7th North Street City Liverpool State NY Zip Code 13088 Duties Description Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:u2022 Review the merits of appeal requests by analysis of documents in the Workersu2019 Compensation Boardu2019s (WCB) eCase and internal NYSIF databasesu2022 Review the WCB's digital audio recordings of hearings and depositions, research applicable law, and case documentsu2022 Communicate, discuss, and explain to Claims Department staff the basis for rejections of appeal requestsu2022 Prepare and timely file clearly written and persuasive appeals, rebuttals, and memos of law with reference to appropriate case law and statutes to advance NYSIF's interestsu2022 Handle difficult and complex cases as well as a high volume of casesu2022 Handle rush or emergency matters which arise from the strict time constraints imposed by the Workersu2019 Compensation Lawu2022 Assist in the assignment of cases when the Appeals Unit Manager is absent for extended periodsu2022 Assist the Legal Appeals Director by reviewing and analyzing selected Board Panel and Full Board decisions and making well-reasoned recommendations as to whether further appeal of the decisions are indicatedu2022 Draft appellate briefs and/or motions to the Appellate Division and Court of Appealsu2022 Participate in training modules and drafting training materialsPreferred Qualifications:u2022 Attention to detail, excellent communication skills and efficient time managementu2022 Demonstrated expertise in conducting thorough legal research using various databases, libraries and online resourcesu2022 Proven ability to analyze statutes, case law, regulations, and legal precedents to support legal agreements and decisionsu2022 Strong legal writing skills with attention to detail, clarity, and persuasive argumentsu2022 Track record of producing high-qualify legal documents, opinions, and other written materialsu2022 Strong computer skills (proficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, SharePoint)u2022 Proactive attitude towards learning and adapting to new technologies and platformsu2022 Comfortable navigating and utilizing various computer platforms to achieve organizational goalsu2022 Demonstrated experience in handling multiple projects concurrently while meeting tight deadlinesu2022 Participate in or manage research projects on various issues within WCL, provide internal NYSIF Departments with project results including best practices and suggestions for improvement Minimum Qualifications For appointment to Assistant Attorney 1 (Grade 18):u2022 Law school graduation and/or eligibility for NYS Bar Admission.For appointment to Assistant Attorney 2 (Grade 20):u2022 Admission to NYS BarFor appointment to Assistant Attorney 3 (Grade 22):u2022 12 months as an Assistant Attorney 2; ORu2022 Admission to the NYS Bar and 12 months of subsequent satisfactory legal experienceFor appointment to Senior Attorney (Grade 25):u2022 Reachable on current Civil Service eligible list for this title; ORu2022 One year of permanent, competitive class service as a Senior Attorney; ORu2022 One year of permanent, competitive class service in a title eligible for transfer under Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law. 52.6 transfers may be considered only if you have passed the NYS Bar exam; ORu2022 12 months as an Assistant Attorney 3; ORu2022 Admission to the NYS Bar and 24 months of subsequent satisfactory legal experience If you are appointed as an Assistant Attorney 1, you will be automatically advanced to Assistant Attorney 2 upon admission to the New York State Bar. If you are not admitted to the New York State Bar within two years of appointment, your appointment will be terminated. Admission to the New York State Bar and current registration to practice law in New York State is necessary for continued employment. Disbarment or loss of registration shall result in termination or suspension of employment.Please be advised that the New York State Insurance Fund (NYSIF) does not offer sponsorship for employment visas to employees or potential employees. Candidates sponsored for employment by an organization should be aware of their sponsorship status and the relevant expiration date(s) of that sponsorship before applying to this position. NYSIF is not currently enrolled in eVerify, which is a requirement for certain types of employment verifications. Additional Comments For new State employees appointed to graded positions, the annual salary is the hiring rate (beginning of the Salary Range) of the position. Promotion salaries are calculated by the NYS Office of the State Comptroller in accordance with NYS Civil Service Law, OSC Payroll rules and regulations and negotiated union contracts.Fringe Benefits: u2022 Competitive Compensation.u2022 Future Career Growth Potential. u2022 Open and Supportive Team-Based Environment.u2022 Plentiful Vacation, Personal, and Sick Leave Accruals. u2022 Paid State and Federal Holidays.u2022 Full Medical, Vision, and Dental. u2022 Retirement Options. u2022 Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF).u2022 Possibility of Telecommuting, Flextime, and Alternative Work Schedules.NY HELPS Program:This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At a future date, it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.NYSIF Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and InclusionThe New York State Insurance Fund (NYSIF) prioritizes and champions diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) throughout our agency. NYSIF provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category under federal, state, and local law. We believe that embracing our differences brings richness, new ideas and experiences to NYSIF, which energizes a creative and innovative work environment. We strive to foster a workplace where diverse individuals are able to participate fully in the decision-making process and have ample opportunity for advancement. We are committed to investing the necessary resources and attention to improving the engagement, retention, and promotion of the extraordinary talent we have.Executive Order 31 commits New York State government to becoming a model employer for people with disabilities, increasing the participation of people with disabilities in state service and ensuring equal access to opportunities. NYSIF is proud to utilize best practices to recruit, hire, retain, and promote career advancement of individuals with disabilities. This includes special focus on current and prospective employees with the most significant disabilities, such as the use of supported employment, individual placement with support services, customized employment, the civil service sections 55/b and 55/c programs, internships, and job shadowing. If you are a person with a disability and wish to request that a reasonable accommodation be provided for you to participate in a job interview, please send an email to NYSIFu2019s Reasonable Accommodations mailbox at . Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Name Ana Luiza Gorman Telephone Fax 518-437-1618 Email Address Address Street 15 Computer Drive West City Albany State NY Zip Code 12205 Notes on Applying The preferred method of application is via LinkedIn. Please apply to the job posting on LinkedIn by copy/pasting the following link and follow the application instructions within: you do not have a LinkedIn profile and are unable to apply that way, you may send your application materials via email to , referencing the Vacancy # in your email subject line.

Created: 2025-10-20