Staff Attorney Government Law Center

Albany, GA - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 80000 - 95000

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Albany Law School the nations top law school for government law according to PreLaw magazine seeks a Staff Attorney to join its Government Law Center. The successful candidate will be appointed as either a Staff Attorney or Senior Staff Attorney depending on experience. The Government Law Center at Albany Law School is a thinktank that provides nonpartisan legal and policy analysis on pressing issues facing state and local governments and prepares the next generation of lawyers and leaders in the public sector.

The Staff Attorney is responsible for legal research and writing assisting with Government Law Center program development and implementation and working with law students on Government Law Center initiatives while preparing them for careers in public service.

Essential Job Functions
Under the supervision of the Director conducts scholarly and policy-oriented research in the areas of law governance and public policy to advance the Centers academic mission inform public discourse and support programmatic initiatives.
In collaboration with the Director supervises and mentors summer pre-law Fellows GLC work-study students and field placement students by providing guidance in research design writing and professional development and by evaluating their work in support of Center projects.
In coordination with the Director develops and produces written publications in various formats including research papers policy briefs and reports based on the Centers research and program activities ensuring accuracy scholarly rigor and accessibility for diverse audiences.
Assists the Director with the development and administration of GLC programs and initiatives including attending planning meetings drafting program proposals and budgets and identifying and pursuing potential funding sources to sustain program growth.
Ensures compliance with assigned grants and contracts by monitoring deliverables timelines and reporting requirements and by coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to meet institutional and sponsor obligations.
Supports the implementation and evaluation of GLC programs and special projects as assigned by the Director providing research logistical and administrative support to enhance program quality and impact.
Provides support for the general legal and administrative work of the GLC including drafting and reviewing contracts subcontracts and memoranda of agreement or understanding and ensuring alignment with policies and procedures.
Performs additional duties as assigned by the Director to support the Centers academic research and service missions.

Qualifications

JD from an ABA approved law school
Admission to the NYS Bar
State or local government experience (including executive or legislative branch) and/or public policy experience in the non-profit sector is strongly preferred.
Minimum five years of related experience in the public sector.
Interest in one or more of the following areas: human services law mental health law health law disability law administrative law environmental law public sector ethics non-profit law or state and federal constitutional law.

Compensation

The estimated salary range for this position is $80000-$95000 per year. The salary offered will be based on the successful candidates relevant experience knowledge skills and abilities and in consideration of internal equity.

We offer a comprehensive benefit package including medical dental and vision insurance employer paid disability and life insurance coverage 5% retirement contribution CDTA bus pass and generous time off.

Application Instructions

Cover letter
Resume/curriculum vitae
Contact information for at least three professional references.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply early. The successful candidate will ideally start in early January.

Albany Law School is committed to ensuring equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in all of its employment practices without regard to race color sex pregnancy religion creed national origin (including ancestry) citizenship status physical or mental disability age marital status sexual orientation gender identity and expression status as transgender or gender transitioning veteran or military status (including special disabled veteran Vietnam-era veteran or recently separated veteran) predisposing genetic characteristics domestic violence victim status or any other protected category under applicable local state or federal law. This position is offered subject to this commitment and candidates will be considered on the basis of merit ability and valid job qualifications without regard to the aforementioned characteristics.

Celebrating its175th AnniversaryAlbany Law Schoolis located in the heart ofNew Yorks capitalwhich offers unparalleled access to state and federal courts the legislature and a wide range of private and public employers. Join us in continuing a tradition that has produced leaders in all areas of the legal profession across every area of lawpublic service and governmentincludingtwo U.S. Supreme Court Justices and a President of the United States.

Apply now to be part of Albany Laws next chapter of excellence.

Posted 11/6/25

Required Experience:

Staff IC