Law
Senior Assistant Corporation Counsel
Pay Rate:
Pay Frequency:
$95,260 - $134,650
Annually
The City of Albany is seeking a talented, dedicated, and solutions-oriented attorney to join its legal team as a Senior Assistant Corporation Counsel. This is an opportunity to put your legal expertise to work in service of the public, helping shape the decisions, policies, and practices that support a thriving city. In this role, you will partner with City departments and officials to navigate complex legal matters, advance city priorities, and help ensure the effective delivery of essential services to Albany’s residents.
The ideal candidate is a thoughtful and resourceful legal professional with strong research, writing, and analytical skills, sound judgment, and a commitment to public service. Experience in municipal law, labor and employment matters, litigation or related legal areas is preferred. Success in this role requires the ability to communicate complex legal issues clearly, balance competing priorities, collaborate across departments, and develop practical, well-reasoned solutions in a dynamic local government environment.
Join the City of Albany and make your legal career count. As Senior Assistant Corporation Counsel, you will have the opportunity to apply your skills to meaningful challenges, work alongside dedicated public servants, and contribute to the legal foundation that helps our city move forward. If you are looking for a role where your expertise can make a lasting difference in the community, we invite you to be part of our team.
Department:
Law
Job Type:
Location:
Full Time
Albany, NY
Residency Required Within 180 Days of Hire:
No
Requirements
*These are the minimum qualifications necessary by law to be considered for this position. If you do not have the needed experience or equivalent experience required for this role, kindly consider applying for another position with us.
Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree or Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) degree. Three (3) years of experience in practicing law is preferred. Preference may be given to a candidate with experience in the practice of civil law. Litigation and contract experience preferred.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Possession of a valid license to practice law in the State of New York.