Senior Attorney/Assistant Attorney 1/2/3 (NY HELPS) WCB Items #66

NY HELPS

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 of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in an NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.

This position may be filled at the Senior Attorney level or one within the Legal Traineeship appointment levels. Appointment title will be dependent upon qualifications of candidate selected. Candidate must be a graduate of an accredited law school with an LLB or JD degree and/or be eligible to take the NYS Bar examination.

NON-COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Assistant Attorney 1 (Hiring Rate $65,001) - Candidates must either be a graduate of an accredited law school with an LLB or JD degree; OR be eligible to take the New York State Bar examination.*

*You must present proof of eligibility to sit for the New York State Bar exam at the time of interview to be eligible for appointment.

Assistant Attorney 2 (Hiring Rate $72,032) - Candidates must have admission to NYS Bar.

Assistant Attorney 3 (Hiring Rate $79,928) - Candidates must have 12 months experience as an Assistant Attorney 2, or admission to the NYS Bar and 12 months of subsequent satisfactory legal experience.

Senior Attorney (Hiring Rate $93,530) - Candidates must have 12 months experience as an Assistant Attorney 3, or Admission to the NYS Bar and 24 months of subsequent satisfactory legal experience.

55 B/C QUALIFICATIONS:

Individuals certified eligible for the 55b/c program under the Governor's Program to Hire Persons/Veterans with Disabilities pursuant to Section 55b/c of the Civil Service Law will also be considered. To be considered, you must meet the minimum qualifications and provide a copy of your letter of eligibility with your response. Candidates must meet the non-competitive minimum qualifications listed above.

COMPETITIVE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

CIVIL SERVICE LIST APPOINTMENT:
Candidates must be reachable on the appropriate Civil Service eligible list.

TRANSFER QUALIFICATIONS:

Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55 b/c service in a title designated as appropriate for transfer in accordance with Section 52.6 or 70.1 of the Civil Service law.

Duties Description The duties for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible for the filing of judgments, satisfactions and vacaturs in appropriate county clerk's office for all penalties, assessments and claims issued by the Board under sections 26-a, 52(5), 52(1)(d), 131(3), 213 and 220 of the WCL.
• Respond to customer/stakeholder inquiries in a timely and professional manner, including a thorough review of all documents submitted to contest WCL • • 52(5) and 220 penalties.
• Responsible for the issuance of settlement offers for which a judgment has been filed, penalties for employers with an active stop work order and assessments on uninsured claims
• Create and issue payment plans if the employer is unable to pay a settlement in full or unable to pay outstanding expenses related to an uninsured claim in full.
• Timely filing of court documents related to the Board's judgments including Notices of Appearance, Claims to Surplus Monies in foreclosure actions and Proof of Claims in Bankruptcy actions.
• Serve as a legal source for research and analysis of legal issues pertaining to judgments filed by the Board and related issues.

Additional Comments Please Note: A hybrid telecommuting schedule can be discussed with the hiring manager during the interview.

The Workers' Compensation Board (Board) is an equal opportunity employer. The Board does not discriminate based upon age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, military or veteran status, sex, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), predisposing genetic characteristics, familial status, marital status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. The Board is dedicated to eliminating injustices and ensuring diversity in our workforce so we can better serve our staff and create a space where all feel safe to be themselves. To help meet those goals, we encourage applicants from marginalized communities to apply. We are looking for candidates who are committed to working in and contributing to an environment that fosters a sense of belonging, as well as inclusion, and celebrates people of all backgrounds, identities, experiences, and perspectives.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Name Recruitment Unit

Telephone

Fax 518-486-6364

Email Address HRM@WCB.NY.GOV

Address

Street Human Resources Management

328 State Street

City Schenectady

State NY

Zip Code 12305

Notes on Applying Qualified candidates should send a letter of interest and resume which lists your actual Civil Service title, salary grade and specific verifiable information as to how you meet the minimum qualifications to be eligible to apply for this position. Please send your application to HRM@WCB.ny.gov (email applications are preferred). It is important that you reference the WCB Item #66 in the subject line of your email to ensure receipt of your application. (Please do not reference the Vacancy ID No.)