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APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by December 28, 2026 to Jobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (EXEC-284/01811) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.
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Source: New York State Jobs · Bespree is not the employer.
The New York State Education Department (NYSED) is seeking candidates for an Assistant Counsel to serve as the Director of Labor Relations in the Office of Human Resources Management (OHRM). Under the direction of the Assistant Commissioner for Human Resources Management, the incumbent of this position will plan, develop, and direct the Department’s labor relations program, with major responsibility for contract administration, grievance and disciplinary administration, labor management, and employee relations activities. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must have been admitted to the New York State Bar and must have had at least four years of experience in the practice of law subsequent to admission to the Bar.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This position is in the exempt class, and the incumbent will serve at the discretion of the Commissioner of Education.
Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. Verification of admission to the New York State Bar will be required at the time of interview for all candidates. Candidates are required to possess and maintain admission to the New York State Bar. Continued employment as Assistant Counsel is dependent upon maintaining admission to the New York State Bar. Failure to maintain admission to the New York State Bar will result in removal from employment. This position allows for the opportunity to telecommute up to 30% each bi-weekly pay period and is granted at the discretion of the supervisor and the appointing office. This position will require up to 10% in-state travel. Filling of this position is contingent upon Division of the Budget approval.
New York State Education Department (NYSED) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity, prior conviction records, prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications, or sealed records.
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Generous benefits of working for New York State, including, but not limited to, the following:
Holiday & Paid Time Off
Health Care Benefits
Additional Benefits
New York State agencies, departments, and public authorities provide services across healthcare, engineering, administration, public safety, the trades, and other areas.
Date shown in New York time. Confirm application timing on the official posting.
APPLICATION: Qualified candidates should send a resume and letter of interest by December 28, 2026 to Jobs@nysed.gov (email submissions are preferred). Your resume must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. You must include the Box number (EXEC-284/01811) of the position in the subject line of your email and cover letter to ensure receipt of your application. Links to application materials will not be accepted (i.e., Google Docs). Your social security number may be required to confirm your eligibility.
Confirm the deadline and all requirements on the official posting before applying.
Source: New York State Jobs · Bespree is not the employer.
The New York State Education Department (NYSED) is seeking candidates for an Assistant Counsel to serve as the Director of Labor Relations in the Office of Human Resources Management (OHRM). Under the direction of the Assistant Commissioner for Human Resources Management, the incumbent of this position will plan, develop, and direct the Department’s labor relations program, with major responsibility for contract administration, grievance and disciplinary administration, labor management, and employee relations activities. Duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must have been admitted to the New York State Bar and must have had at least four years of experience in the practice of law subsequent to admission to the Bar.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: This position is in the exempt class, and the incumbent will serve at the discretion of the Commissioner of Education.
Salary will be commensurate with education and experience. Verification of admission to the New York State Bar will be required at the time of interview for all candidates. Candidates are required to possess and maintain admission to the New York State Bar. Continued employment as Assistant Counsel is dependent upon maintaining admission to the New York State Bar. Failure to maintain admission to the New York State Bar will result in removal from employment. This position allows for the opportunity to telecommute up to 30% each bi-weekly pay period and is granted at the discretion of the supervisor and the appointing office. This position will require up to 10% in-state travel. Filling of this position is contingent upon Division of the Budget approval.
New York State Education Department (NYSED) is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. NYS Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination because of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, domestic violence victim status, gender identity, prior conviction records, prior arrests, youthful offender adjudications, or sealed records.
Interested in a job with New York State, but don’t know where to start?
Visit these links for information on working for New York State:
Generous benefits of working for New York State, including, but not limited to, the following:
Holiday & Paid Time Off
Health Care Benefits
Additional Benefits
New York State agencies, departments, and public authorities provide services across healthcare, engineering, administration, public safety, the trades, and other areas.