Associate Attorney

Applications to be submitted by May 26, 2026

Compensation Grade:

M27

Compensation Details:

Minimum: $112,947.00 - Maximum: $112,947.00 Annually

Positions with a designated work location in New York City, Nassau, Rockland, Suffolk, or Westchester Counties will receive a $4,000 annual downstate adjustment (pro-rated for part-time positions).

Department

(OC) Legal Affairs

Job Description:

Responsibilities

The Associate Attorney will be responsible for addressing all legal issues related to actual or potential public health emergencies. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: providing legal advice on issues of state and federal law; drafting agency regulations, proposed statutes, and emergency and executive orders; providing legal assistance to Department of Health staff; and coordinating efforts with attorney representatives of other state, local and federal government entities. Subject matter areas the Associate Attorney will work on include: Office of Health Emergency Preparedness, Division of State EMS, and Division of Vaccine Excellence.

In addition, the Associate Attorney will work closely with other attorneys within the New York State Department of Health to ensure adequate legal coverage during actual or potential emergencies. The Associate Attorney will also be responsible for briefing Department of Health executive staff during actual or potential emergencies. In response to emergencies, additional hours may be required.

Minimum Qualifications

J.D., NYS bar admission, and two years relevant experience. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Participation in Law Review in law school, and publication of Law Review Articles.

• Experience providing Continuing Legal Education (CLE) trainings.

• Experience in emergency preparedness at the local government level.

• Experience working at other state agencies involved in emergency preparedness, e.g., Department of Homeland Security. 

Conditions of Employment

Grant funded position. Compliance with funding requirements such as time and effort reporting, grant deliverables, and contract deliverables, is required.

Valid and unrestricted authorization to work in the U.S. is required. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Travel, up to 10% of the time, will be required.

The selected candidate must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of the official work location specified in the job posting and must also be located in or willing to relocate to one of the following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Vermont, or Massachusetts, prior to hire.

This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule, with a combination of onsite and remote work.

This position may require occasional work on weekends, after-hours, and holidays.

HRI participates in the E-Verify Program.  

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About Health Research, Inc.

Join us in our mission to make a difference in public health and advance scientific research! At Health Research, Inc. (HRI), your work will contribute to meaningful change and innovation in the communities we serve! At HRI, we are on a mission to transform the health and well-being of the people of New York State through innovative partnerships and cutting-edge public health initiatives. As a dynamic non-profit organization, HRI plays a crucial role in advancing the strategic goals of the New York State Department of Health (DOH), Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center (RPCCC), and other health-related entities.

HRI offers a robust, comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including:

• Health, dental and vision insurance - Several comprehensive health insurance plans to choose from;

• Flexible benefit accounts - Medical, dependent care, adoption assistance, parking and transit;

• Generous paid time off - Paid federal and state holidays, paid sick, vacation and personal leave;

• Tuition support - Assistance is available for individuals pursuing educational or training opportunities;

• Retirement Benefits - HRI is a participating employer in the New York State and Local Retirement System and offers optional enrollment in the New York State Deferred Compensation Plan. HRI provides a postretirement Health Benefits Plan for qualified retirees to use towards health insurance premiums and eligible medical expenses;

• Employee Assistance Program - Provides educational and wellness programs, training, and 24/7 confidential services to assist employees, both personally and professionally;

• And so much more!

Work Location Expectations

At HRI, the nature of hybrid and onsite work varies by position. Some roles require full onsite presence, while others allow a hybrid schedule. Managers determine the specific telecommuting expectations for each role based on operational needs and job responsibilities. If designated as hybrid, you will divide your time between working remotely and reporting onsite. Regardless of telecommuting status, all HRI employees must live within a reasonable commuting distance of their official work location and must reside in one of the following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Massachusetts, or Vermont.