Energy Siting & Transmission Counsel

New York State Department of Public Service; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York State Department of Public Service invites applications for Assistant Counsel in Albany, NY. The role focuses on cutting-edge legal issues tied to the state climate law, including siting transmission and renewable energy facilities and related policies.

A supervising attorney will guide work on regulatory matters and public proceedings. Responsibilities cover drafting and reviewing siting permits, comments, and legal briefs, plus representing DPS in administrative proceedings.

Qualifications

• Admittance to the New York State Bar and two years of legal practice after admission.
• Experience with regulatory law and administrative proceedings is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain proficiency in laws related to large scale renewable generation and transmission facilities.
• Analyze applications and petitions before the Siting Board, Commission, or EDORES on siting matters.
• Assist technical staff in reviewing major renewable energy facility or major transmission facility applications for completeness.
• Consult with State agency staff regarding permitting decisions.
• Prepare, edit, and review siting permits, public comments, briefs, and statements.
• Publish draft siting permits and assess public comments, drafting summaries and responses.
• Explain siting policies to the public and draft responses on behalf of DPS.
• Participate in proceedings, prepare memoranda, motions, and opening statements.
• Assist DPS staff with direct testimony preparation and cross-examination in adjudicatory proceedings.
• Negotiate stipulations of settlement and propose changes to DPS rules and policies.
• Conduct research and prepare memoranda on regulatory actions and economic policies.

Education

Admission to New York State Bar

Job description

The New York State Department of Public Service invites applications for Assistant Counsel in Albany, NY. The role focuses on cutting-edge legal issues tied to the state climate law, including siting transmission and renewable energy facilities and related policies.

A supervising attorney will guide work on regulatory matters and public proceedings. Responsibilities cover drafting and reviewing siting permits, comments, and legal briefs, plus representing DPS in administrative proceedings.