Associate Counsel: Opioid Settlement & Policy

Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc.; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 114,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc. invites applications for Associate Counsel in Albany or New York City to support the Opioid Settlement Fund (OSF) under the Office of Addiction Services and Supports.

The role requires legal review, policy development, and governance functions for OSF, with about 30% travel. Admission to NYS Bar and 4 years post-bar experience are required, plus experience interpreting statutes/regulations and with legal writing.

Qualifications

• Admission to the New York State Bar.
• 4 years post bar experience.
• 2 years' experience interpreting statutes, regulations, or government funding programs.
• 2 years of experience with legal writing and analysis.
• 2 years of Board governance experience.
• Candidates must possess a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State at the time of appointment and continuously thereafter.

Responsibilities

• Review recommendations and meeting materials to ensure alignment with settlement agreements and statutory requirements.
• Assist OASAS in developing policies, guidance, and oversight mechanisms governing settlement funded initiatives.
• Provide legal review of funding agreements, program guidance, and settlement related initiatives.
• Support compliance, reporting, and transparency obligations related to the Opioid Settlement Funds.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on OSF related topics.
• Review and provide input on legislative actions pertaining to OSF.
• Drafting legislation, rules and regulations pertaining to OSF.
• Advise senior leadership on policy matters impacting OSF.
• Coordinate with OASAS staff in the conduct of previously noted responsibilities.
• Participate in meetings and hearings relating to OSF and OSFAB.
• Supervision of the OSFAB Coordinator.
• Travel: 30%

Job description

Research Foundation for Mental Hygiene, Inc. invites applications for Associate Counsel in Albany or New York City to support the Opioid Settlement Fund (OSF) under the Office of Addiction Services and Supports.

The role requires legal review, policy development, and governance functions for OSF, with about 30% travel. Admission to NYS Bar and 4 years post-bar experience are required, plus experience interpreting statutes/regulations and with legal writing.