Special Counsel (Generation Development, & Siting)

SummaryWorks closely with the EVP & General Counsel, Assistant General Counsel (AGC) for Commercial Operations and Legislative Affairs, as well as other AGCs. Provides expert legal services to one or more major departments or functions and/or performs special legal assignments of major importance in a complex and highly specialized legal field(s). Work involves facts that are open to various interpretations; applicable precedents may not exist and the law may not specifically relate to or regulate the particular situation. Provides direct support for implementing NYPA’s expanded authority for renewable generation and related programs, including strategic planning and legal support, applications for siting, permitting and other governmental approvals, and drafting and negotiating development, financing, construction, power sales and other related agreements. Involvement has a significant impact on organization operations and strategies. #LI-CJ1ResponsibilitiesWork closely with the EVP and General Counsel and collaborate with Assistant General Counsels to provide expert legal advice and counsel to senior executive leadership on matters of strategic importance to NYPA and/or its subsidiariesProvide advice and counsel to the General Counsel and senior leadership in the handling of complex cases having a significant impact on NYPA’s and/or its subsidiaries’ operations and strategies that may involve facts open to interpretation where legal precedent may not existPropose solutions and influence business decisions by executive leadership on complex matters of critical importanceRecommend operational strategies with direct impact on resultsIdentifies risks and constraints and proposal actionable plans for solution implementationOversee special projects and assign team members to serve on task forces and/or committees assembled to explore and implement new programs to be delivered by NYPA and its subsidiariesAdvise senior leadership on the feasibility and projects and or programs needed for changes in law and regulationLead team members in developing sophisticated legal analysis and diagnostics to creatively build strategic positions that will advance business objectivesApprove the department’s training materials/presentations for distinct areas of law and their impact to organizational and business-related programsServe on committees and/or task forces in a legal advisory capacity, providing legal support as needed to achieve the goals of the committee and/or task force and report to General Counsel and or senior leadership as neededManages experienced professionals, supervisors and/or managers who exercise latitude and independence in assignmentsSets goals and objectives for team members for achievement of operational results. Manages staff including performance reviews, salary administration, and successionKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesExpert knowledge in business activities related to a critical function and or its subsidiariesAbility to creatively and effectively solve problems of diverse scope and substantial complexityDemonstrate broad knowledge of organizational business activities and how they interact and serve its mission and strategic visionSolid understanding of legal and public policy implications of organizational business operationsAdvanced in-depth understanding of an organization’s past and current operational structure, its mission, policies and relationships between local, state and federal governmentProven high level leadership and management skills with experience providing mentorship to team membersOutstanding verbal and written communication skillsStrong and creative negotiating skillsDemonstrates consistently expert judgment and decision-making ability on highly complex issuesEducation, 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 7 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience preferredMinimum 3 years of experience managing employees/leading a team preferredExpertise 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: $184,360-$230,450 in White Plains and $171,780-$214,720 in Albany. 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 accessibility@nypa.gov.