Senior Attorney

2 weeks ago

New York, United States New York Housing Trust Fund Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Possible Hybrid Workplace Opportunity

New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) is the State’s affordable housing agency, with a mission to build, preserve, and protect affordable housing and increase homeownership throughout New York State.

A Civil Service exam is not required for this position. Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications outlined below to be considered.

This position is on the Housing Trust Fund Corporation (HTFC) payroll. HTFC was established as a subsidiary public benefit corporation of the New York State Housing Finance Agency. HTFC’s mission is to further community development through the construction, development, revitalization and preservation of low-income housing, the development and preservation of businesses, the creation of job opportunities, and the development of public infrastructures and facilities.

The Office of Legal Affairs is the legal unit of the Division of Housing and Community Renewal and is headed by a General Counsel. The unit provides legal advice, counsel and representation to all the Agencies’ offices and program areas and ensures compliance with federal and state legal mandates. The primary functions are organized within four major subject matter areas or units, General Law, Litigation, Hearings, and Transactions

Job Duties:

  • Manage case load of Section 8 assignments and related work.
  • Manage Article 78’s that are filed, assist with the interpretation and application of new and existing regulations, and help ensure compliance with federal rules.
  • Provide advice and counsel to HCR’s Housing Choice Voucher and Project Based Section 8 Programs.
  • Assist in updating the Housing Trust Fund Corporation Administrative Plan.
  • Ensure that HTFC’s oversight of more than 100,000 apartments receiving Section Project Based Rental Assistance complies with federal rules.

This position may require travel.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Law degree and 2 or more years of law practice. Admitted in New York State.
  • Ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of issues arising under Section 8 of the Housing Act of 1927 as amended.
  • Drafting, research, communication, and policy analysis skills.
  • Knowledge of state and federal housing programs.
  • Demonstrates ability to establish effective working relationships with staff, outside attorneys, and constituents.
  • Ability to work under pressure on a wide variety of projects on a given day.
  • Excellent analytical and legal writing skills.

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive and employee will be expected to perform other reasonably related duties as assigned.

What we offer at NYSHCR:

  • Extensive benefits package including paid leave, including excellent health, dental, vision and retirement benefits with the New York State & Local Employees’ Retirement System.
  • Promotional opportunity for dedicated professionals
  • Work life balance benefits including a 37.5 hour work week and paid time off benefits including, vacation, sick, personal days, and Federal Holidays
  • Opportunity for compressed scheduling
  • 12 weeks of Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Family Leave

About New York State Homes and Community Renewal:
Under the leadership of Governor Kathy Hochul and Commissioner RuthAnne Visnauskas, HCR is a vibrant, innovative agency that integrates and leverages New York State’s housing resources. We have offices in New York City, Albany, Buffalo and Syracuse, and employ a diverse workforce of professionals who are hard-working and committed to serving low and moderate income families. Our mission is far reaching, encompassing single and multifamily housing finance, home improvement, rent regulation, housing subsidies, and community development. We partner regularly with a variety of public and private stakeholders.

Achieving this mission requires a wide range of skills and backgrounds in public policy, administration, real estate, construction. finance, law, and many other areas of expertise. We seek to provide a workplace environment that is productive, flexible, accountable, ethical, and caring. Our employees are empowered to make a difference where they live and work. We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including paid leave, health, dental, vision, retirement, and family-friendly policies.

Applicants must include resume and cover letter.

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