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Senior Counsel NYS Senate Democratic Majority Counsel Program Office

State of New York
Location
Albany, NY
Compensation
$85,000 - $90,000 / year

How to apply

Source: New York State Jobs · Bespree is not the employer.

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Job description

The New York State Senate is seeking applicants to fill the position of Senior Counsel for the Senate Majority Counsel and Program Office. The position of Senior Counsel is responsible for performing the following duties:

  • Providing legislative, policy and budget analysis, and central staff support for the Senate Majority Conference on matters referred to the Housing, Construction and Community Development committee.
  • Tracking related legislation active in the state Senate, Assembly, and occasionally, federal or local legislation and administrative activity;
  • Making oral presentations on relevant bills under consideration by the state Senate;
  • Drafting memoranda analyzing policy initiatives and state legislation;
  • Assisting the Conference in negotiations;
  • Preparing briefing materials for members of the Conference on legal and policy issues;
  • Assisting Senators in preparation for public hearings, roundtable discussions, forums, and other public meetings and events; and
  • Meeting with relevant advocacy and constituency groups.

Minimum Qualifications

To move forward, you must have:

  • Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and admission to the bar of New York State
  • Master’s Degree
  • 2-5 years of relevant experience in the area(s) of housing development, tenant protections, affordable housing, building code safety, or other similar experience.
  • Strong writing and oratory skills
  • Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated legislative experience.
  • Preference will be given to candidates who will live and work in the Capital Region of New York.

Additional Information

Salary is $85,000-$90,000 commensurate with experience.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@nysenate.gov. Submissions that do not include both will not be considered. Please keep in mind that we are looking for cover letters that tell us in your own words why you are a great candidate for the job and not something that simply repeats the information in your resume.

This recruitment will remain open until filled. Due to the volume of applications, we will not be able to respond to each applicant.

The NYS Senate offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes a health and wellness in the workplace program that you and your family can benefit from:

  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Retirement plan
  • Sick time
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
  • Wellness Program

The New York State Senate is an Equal Opportunity employer that values a diverse and equitable workplace. We do not permit discrimination based on race, age, creed, color, religion, gender/sex, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, national origin, predisposing genetic characteristics, or physical or mental disability, domestic violence victim status, arrest/criminal conviction record, pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity or expression, sexual harassment, immigration status, or hair texture or protective hair styles.

About employer

New York State agencies, departments, and public authorities provide services across healthcare, engineering, administration, public safety, the trades, and other areas.

Employment type
Full-time
Date posted
Oct 21, 2026
Albany, NY 12210

How to apply

Source: New York State Jobs · Bespree is not the employer.

Need a resume for this application?

Tailor your resume for this job

Job description

The New York State Senate is seeking applicants to fill the position of Senior Counsel for the Senate Majority Counsel and Program Office. The position of Senior Counsel is responsible for performing the following duties:

  • Providing legislative, policy and budget analysis, and central staff support for the Senate Majority Conference on matters referred to the Housing, Construction and Community Development committee.
  • Tracking related legislation active in the state Senate, Assembly, and occasionally, federal or local legislation and administrative activity;
  • Making oral presentations on relevant bills under consideration by the state Senate;
  • Drafting memoranda analyzing policy initiatives and state legislation;
  • Assisting the Conference in negotiations;
  • Preparing briefing materials for members of the Conference on legal and policy issues;
  • Assisting Senators in preparation for public hearings, roundtable discussions, forums, and other public meetings and events; and
  • Meeting with relevant advocacy and constituency groups.

Minimum Qualifications

To move forward, you must have:

  • Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and admission to the bar of New York State
  • Master’s Degree
  • 2-5 years of relevant experience in the area(s) of housing development, tenant protections, affordable housing, building code safety, or other similar experience.
  • Strong writing and oratory skills
  • Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated legislative experience.
  • Preference will be given to candidates who will live and work in the Capital Region of New York.

Additional Information

Salary is $85,000-$90,000 commensurate with experience.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@nysenate.gov. Submissions that do not include both will not be considered. Please keep in mind that we are looking for cover letters that tell us in your own words why you are a great candidate for the job and not something that simply repeats the information in your resume.

This recruitment will remain open until filled. Due to the volume of applications, we will not be able to respond to each applicant.

The NYS Senate offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes a health and wellness in the workplace program that you and your family can benefit from:

  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Retirement plan
  • Sick time
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance
  • Wellness Program

The New York State Senate is an Equal Opportunity employer that values a diverse and equitable workplace. We do not permit discrimination based on race, age, creed, color, religion, gender/sex, military status, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, national origin, predisposing genetic characteristics, or physical or mental disability, domestic violence victim status, arrest/criminal conviction record, pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity or expression, sexual harassment, immigration status, or hair texture or protective hair styles.

New York State is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the State of New York to provide for and promote equal opportunity employment, compensation and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination.

About employer

New York State agencies, departments, and public authorities provide services across healthcare, engineering, administration, public safety, the trades, and other areas.