Associate/Counsel To the District (Employment and Labor Focus)

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This is an important professional position responsible for assisting the General Counsel to the City School District with the legal activities of the City School District. The work is performed in accordance with law and local policies, under the general supervision of the General Counsel to the City School District. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Other related activities may be performed although not listed)

Must have extensive knowledge and several years of experience counseling and litigating employment and labor matters;

Defends and represents the City School District in various state and federal courts and before statewide administrative agencies such as the Division of Human Rights;

Prepares, drafts, researches, edits and submits legal documents and briefs to various courts;

Prepares Board of Education resolutions;

Drafts City School District's policies in educationally related areas;

Assists in mediation of ad hoc disputes with various community agencies;

Provides legal counsel and advice for various departments, schools, principals and other employees on a regular basis;

Advises on other education law issues as required and directed by General Counsel:

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Thorough knowledge of the NYS Education Law; good
knowledge of the NYS Municipal Law; good knowledge of local policies as they relate to the City School District; good knowledge of court procedures and related rules of evidence; skill in the preparation of legal instruments; ability to analyze, appraise and apply legal principles, facts and precedents to legal problems; ability to conduct legal research; ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships; good judgment; initiative; integrity; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Graduation from a Law School of recognized standing and admission to the New York State Bar, and in addition six (6) years of experience as an Attorney admitted to practice.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Depending on the position duties, candidates for employment with Monroe County Government will be required to pass a pre-employment drug test.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT FOR APPOINTMENT IN SCHOOL DISTRICTS AND BOCES

Per Chapter 180 of the Laws of 2000, and by Regulations of the Commissioner of Education, to be employed in a position designated by a school district or BOCES as involving direct contact with students, a clearance for employment from the State Education Department is required.