New York State Department of Motor Vehicles · 1 day ago
Senior Attorney (NY HELPS)
Albany, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$96K/yr - $121K/yr
2+ years expThe New York State Department of Motor Vehicles is seeking a Senior Attorney/Assistant Counsel to join their Counsel’s Office. The role involves assisting in litigation, defending the agency in discrimination cases, drafting and interpreting legislation, and providing legal analysis and advice to agency business units.
Document PreparationGovernmentNon Profit
Responsibilities
Assisting the Attorney General’s Office in litigation involving DMV in both State and federal courts
Defending the agency in discrimination cases
Appearing on behalf of DMV in various proceedings and hearings
Drafting and interpreting legislation and regulations
Assisting in procurements
Drafting and reviewing contracts, MOUs, IFBs and RFPs
Researching legal issues and providing legal analysis
Advising agency business units on legal matters
Responding to correspondence and inquiries from a variety of sources including courts, attorneys, law enforcement, regulated businesses and customers
Serving on agency project teams, including agency teams involving the interpretation and/or implementation of law
Participation in training of court clerks, judges, and/or members of the law enforcement community
Additional legal duties may be required as needed
Qualification
Required
Admission to NYS Bar and 24 months of subsequent satisfactory legal experience
12 months as an Assistant Attorney 3
Admission to NYS Bar and 12 months, but less than 24 months of post-Bar satisfactory legal experience
12 months as an Assistant Attorney 2
Admission to NYS Bar with less than 12 months of post-Bar satisfactory legal experience
Law school graduation and/or eligibility for NYS Bar Admission
One year of permanent, contingent-permanent, or 55 B/C service allocated to a Grade 23 or higher eligible for transfer
Candidates must possess the minimum qualifications and a current 55b/c eligibility letter
Candidates must satisfy at least one of the Open Competitive qualifications listed
Preferred
At least three years' experience as a New York State Attorney
Strong research and writing skills
Eager to learn new subject areas
Demonstrated sound judgment
Excellent oral communication skills
Benefits
Paid Leave
Paid Holidays
Pension
Health Insurance
Dental & Vision Coverage
Flex Spending
Voluntary 457B Retirement Saving Program
Health Care Spending Account
Tuition Assistance Programs
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Transportation Savings Program
Employee Assistance Programs
Company
New York State Department of Motor Vehicles
New York State Department of Motor Vehicles is a government organization that offers motor vehicle and driver-related services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
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2026-01-22
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