Senior Attorney - NY HELPS Program

State of New York; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of New York is seeking qualified attorneys under the NY HELPS program for statewide placement. For the duration of NY HELPS, appointments are non-competitive, with no examination required, but candidates must meet minimum qualifications.

Positions may be filled at Senior Attorney level or Legal Traineeship; later, employment status may convert to competitive without additional examinations. Transfers, reinstatements, or reassignment options apply as described.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited law school with a JD or LL.B degree.
• Eligibility to take the New York State Bar examination.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) or LL.B

Job description

The State of New York is seeking qualified attorneys under the NY HELPS program for statewide placement. For the duration of NY HELPS, appointments are non-competitive, with no examination required, but candidates must meet minimum qualifications.

Positions may be filled at Senior Attorney level or Legal Traineeship; later, employment status may convert to competitive without additional examinations. Transfers, reinstatements, or reassignment options apply as described.