Part-Time Cannabis Regulation Counsel

State of New York; New York (NY); Remote; USD 101,000 - 105,000; Part time

Job summary

State of New York is seeking an Associate Counsel to support the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) with licensing, compliance and enforcement duties. You will supervise attorneys and legal assistants while drafting legislation and regulations, and coordinating with the Cannabis Control Board (CCB).

The role requires NYS Bar admission and at least four years of legal experience, with responsibilities including research, hearings, policy drafting, and staff mentorship.

Qualifications

• Admission to, and member in good standing of, the New York State Bar and four years of subsequent professional legal experience.
• NOTE: RESUMES MUST INCLUDE MONTH AND YEAR FOR START AND END DATES. IF ANY OF THIS EXPERIENCE IS LESS THAN FULL TIME YOU MUST INDICATE THE AVERAGE NUMBER OF HOURS WORKED PER WEEK.

Responsibilities

• Work in conjunction with attorneys, paralegals, and administration to create a framework and streamline administrative processes.
• Represent OCM in administrative hearings concerning compliance and licensing matters.
• Train Senior Attorneys or Assistant Counsels, as needed, to represent OCM in administrative hearings.
• Conduct legal research and prepare legal memoranda with opinions, citations, and legal precedents in support of OCM and Cannabis Control Board (CCB) programs.
• Provide legal counsel, advice, and strategies in support of OCM and CCB.
• Respond to requests arising from interaction with the public, including reviewing and developing FAQ’s and other guidance affecting licensees and related stakeholders.
• Draft formal and informal comments on licensing, compliance, and enforcement legislation affecting OCM.
• Recommend revisions to existing laws and regulations affecting licensing and compliance matters in particular.
• Assist as necessary with preparation and finalization of rules and regulations in support of OCM’s and CCB’s business units, including processing in accordance with the State Administrative Procedure Act.
• Full range of supervisory function and responsibility, including reviewing/approving timecards, conducting performance reviews, and providing guidance and mentorship to subordinate staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the General Counsel, the First Deputy Counsel, or the supervising Deputy Counsel.

Education

New York State Bar admission

Job description

State of New York is seeking an Associate Counsel to support the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) with licensing, compliance and enforcement duties. You will supervise attorneys and legal assistants while drafting legislation and regulations, and coordinating with the Cannabis Control Board (CCB).

The role requires NYS Bar admission and at least four years of legal experience, with responsibilities including research, hearings, policy drafting, and staff mentorship.