Senior Attorney I (Power, Transmission, & Regulatory)

SummaryProvides legal advice/counsel to all NYPA’s business and functional areas focusing on business unit impacts related to PSC, NYISO and FERC actions. Researches, analyzes, and interprets proposed and existing laws, statutes, and regulations with knowledge of NYPSC, NYISO and FERC Tariffs regarding proceedings and processes. Identifies, monitors, and addresses issues of legal risk. Informs and contributes to the structuring, drafting, negotiating and/or approval of legal contracts, letters of agreement, policies and other documents relating to power, transmission and regulatory issues. May represent NYPA during litigation, arbitration, mediation or other disputes with courts, government agencies, or other legal authorities. Specialties may include but are not limited to Contract Management, Employment Law, Governmental/Regulatory Affairs and Litigation. #LI-CJ1ResponsibilitiesUnder the general direction of an Assistant General Counsel, work directly with senior management to develop a deeper knowledge and understanding of NYPA’s and its subsidiaries’ business operations to provide relevant legal advice, research and supportResearch recent changes in law, rules and regulations related to NYPA’s and its subsidiaries’ business activities, and draft relevant memoranda and/or update governance or transactional documents accordinglyConduct legal research, analyze and draft legal opinions and briefsAttend meetings with senior management, with or without senor level attorneys, and provide support and counsel relative to key legal issues to support the business unitsHandle cases and informal disputes on behalf of NYPA and its subsidiaries with supervisory oversight in judicial or other administrative forumsInteract with clients to develop and implement strategies that further NYPA’s and its subsidiaries programs and related business activitiesServe on committees and/or task forces and report to Assistant General Counsel on progress and developments as legal issues ariseReport on major developments to supervisory senior attorneys and/or an Assistant General CounselKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesAbility to conduct advanced legal research and critically analyze case law and statutesAbility to draft legal opinions and briefsAbility to achieve and maintain professional, courteous and positive relations with clientsDemonstrate advanced ability to handle projects and transactions independentlyAdvanced case management and time management skillsAdvanced verbal and written communication skillsAdvanced experience and knowledge of the Authority’s structure and policiesAdvanced ability to work with all levels of the organizationMust be detail and multi-task orientedAbility to manage sensitive and confidential information with discretionEducation, Experience and CertificationsJuris Doctor Degree, admission to the New York State Bar and admitted to practice in New York State and Federal courts is requiredMinimum 5 years of legal experience as a practicing attorneyExperience in one or more of the following areas: of law relevant to NYPA, such as energy, regulatory, litigation, commercial and finance, and employmentExperience in utility industry preferredPhysical RequirementsUp to 25% travel primarily within NY StateThe New York Power Authority is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. The estimated salary range for this position is: $120,000-$150,000 in Albany and $138,000-$173,000 in White Plains. The salary offered will be determined based on the successful candidates’ relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.The New York Power Authority and Canal Corporation believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents and veterans to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, NYPA/Canals is committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect communities across New York and enthusiastically serve them. We proudly celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race/color, creed/religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, disability, military status, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy and related conditions, familial/marital status, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest/criminal conviction record or any other category protected by law. NYPA/Canals will also provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring process related to candidates’ disabilities, pregnancy-related conditions, religious observances/practices and/or domestic violence concerns. To request an accommodation, please email View email address on click.appcast.io.