Director, Mental Hygiene Legal Service

New York State Unified Court System; New York (NY); On-site; USD 189,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

A state legal entity in New York seeks a Director for the Appellate Division's Mental Hygiene Legal Service. This position involves overseeing the service's various operations, including the implementation of policies, staffing, budget requests, and representation at legislative forums. Requires admission to the New York State Bar and seven years of relevant experience. The salary range for this position is $189,000 to $195,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Admission to the New York State Bar is required.
• Seven years of social casework, legal, or administrative experience is required.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Establish and implement policies and procedures.
• Screen and hire professional staff, and evaluate performance.
• Determine work priorities and assign staff across four offices.
• Formulate budget requests for inclusion in the Unified Court budget.
• Represent the Service at legislative hearings and meetings.
• Research and analyze complex legal questions.
• Review briefs prepared for court proceedings.
• Analyze legislation for impact on the Service or clients.

Job description

The New York State Unified Court System is seeking a Director in the Appellate Division, Fourth Department, Mental Hygiene Legal Service. The Director oversees all aspects of the work of the Mental Hygiene Legal Service.

Key Responsibilities:

• The establishment and implementation of policies and office procedures.
• Screening and hiring professional staff, evaluating their work, and recommending promotions.
• Determining work priorities and assigning staff among the four branch offices (Buffalo, Rochester, Syracuse and Utica).
• Formulating the initial budget request for inclusion in the Unified Court budget.
• Represents the Service at legislative hearings and meetings with the Attorney General, public interest groups, and organizations representing patients.
• Research and analyze complex legal questions and issues.
• Review briefs prepared for court proceedings.
• Analyze legislation and opinions for impact on the Service or its clients.

Qualifications: Admission to the New York State Bar and seven (7) years of social casework, legal, or administrative experience; or An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Base Salary: $189,000 - $195,000 Annually

Please view the full employment announcement at: 54604.pdf