To post a job on this page, please email your posting to info@nywba.org.

(Posted September 10, 2025)

Staff Attorney- NYSDA’s Public Defense Backup Center

The New York State Defenders Association (NYSDA) is seeking applications for Staff Attorneys to work in our Public Defense Backup Center. NYSDA’s Backup Center promotes excellence in legal representation of low-income people who are involved in criminal and family courts throughout the State of New York. This position is an exciting opportunity for an experienced lawyer who is passionate about elevating public defense and supporting defenders statewide.

The Backup Center identifies best practices and emerging challenges to high-quality legal assistance and provides public defenders and assigned counsel with support and resources to assist in and elevate their work on behalf of clients.

NYSDA, a not-for-profit, membership organization, has been responding to the need for support of New York’s public defense community since 1967. NYSDA’s mission is to improve the quality and scope of publicly supported legal representation to people who cannot afford counsel. In addition to the Public Defense Backup Center, NYSDA provides services to public defense offices and assigned counsel attorneys around the state through its Veterans Defense Program, Public Defense Recruitment and Retention Program, and Public Defense Case Management System. NYSDA also offers high-quality training to public defense attorneys, investigators, social workers, and other members of the public defense community. The Backup Center is instrumental in assisting defenders around the state to advance quality representation in criminal and family court cases. Our Backup Center Staff Attorneys have a wide variety of experiences and expertise.

Staff Attorneys act as a resource attorney, providing support and guidance to defenders and other members of defense teams through case consultations, legal research, training, development of resource guides and other publications, expert witness referrals, and short- and long-term projects.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare regular updates on legal developments to the public defense community
• Provide case consultations to defense attorneys in criminal and family court cases
• Provide referrals to experts and other professionals to defense attorneys
• Develop resource materials and best practices guides for defenders and defense offices regarding substantive and procedural issues
• Stay up to date on best practices, trends, caselaw developments, legislative proposals in New York and other states
• Other responsibilities and projects assigned by the Executive Director or Deputy Director

Qualifications and Experience

• Admitted to practice law in New York
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in criminal defense and/or adult family court representation
• Excellent research, writing, and communication skills
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Demonstrated commitment to public defense, NYSDA’s mission to improve the quality and scope of representation to individuals who cannot afford counsel, and advancing equitable and racial justice
• Proficiency with technology, including Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, and other online software
• Ability to travel around New York State, including locations that do not have public transportation

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

• Experience working in a public defense office, legal aid organization, or assigned counsel program
• Experience working with defense team members and experts on forensic issues
• Experience with cases involving large volumes of discovery (paper and electronic)

NYSDA’s main office is in Albany, NY. Applicants must be able to work in Albany or hybrid/remotely from within New York State with the ability to travel to the Albany office regularly and as requested. The position involves occasional travel to trainings, meetings, and professional development events.

Salary: $90,000 – $130,000, depending on experience. NYSDA offers a generous benefit package, including paid vacation, personal, and sick time; health, dental, and vision insurance; FSA; and 403(b).

To apply, please send a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to Hiring@nysda.org (subject line: Staff Attorney, Public Defense Backup Center). Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. NYSDA is an equal opportunity employer. NYSDA values diversity, equity, and inclusion and strongly encourages candidates of all identities, orientations, experiences, and communities to apply.

(Posted August 19, 2025)

UNITED STATES COURT OF APPEALS FOR THE SECOND CIRCUIT
ANNOUNCEMENT FOR BANKRUPTCY JUDGESHIP

The United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit invites applications from qualified candidates for a 14-year appointment as United States Bankruptcy Judge for the Eastern District of New York. There are two vacancies in the Eastern District of New York, one in Brooklyn and one in Central Islip. Applicants should identify in their cover letter whether they wish to be considered for Brooklyn, Central Islip, or both. The selection process will be confidential and competitive. Applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability.

The current annual salary of a United States Bankruptcy Judge is $227,608.

The Second Circuit uses an open and competitive selection process. All applications are screened by a Merit Selection Committee. The Committee will review applicants using the following criteria: legal competence evidenced by experience with complex legal issues; an aptitude for legal scholarship and writing; familiarity with the courts and court processes; commitment to equal justice under the law; characteristics indicative of a sound judicial temperament; a reputation for integrity, good character and ethical behavior; and physical and mental health sufficient to meet the demands and tenure of the position. The Merit Selection Committee will select a limited number of applicants for interview and will conduct appropriate due diligence inquiries into the candidates’ backgrounds and qualifications. Upon a majority vote of the Second Circuit Judicial Council, the Council will forward the Merit Selection Committee’s Report with any recommendations or comments to the active judges of the Court of Appeals. The selected nominee will be required to satisfy FBI and IRS background investigations prior to appointment.

Basic qualifications for consideration include:
1. Membership in good standing of at least one state bar, the District of Columbia bar, or the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico bar, and never other than membership in good standing of every bar of which the applicant has been a member; and

2. A minimum of five years of legal practice experience.

Application forms are posted on the Court’s website at http://www.ca2.uscourts.gov.

Completed application packages must be in the format required by the Second Circuit and received no later than September 5, 2025.

(Posted August 15, 2025)

POSITION TITLE: COURT ATTORNEY – REFEREE

JG: 31

LOCATION:  SUPREME COURT- CIVIL TERM, BRONX COUNTY

BASE SALARY: $ 130,061        +          $ 4,920 LOCATION PAY

CLASSIFICATION: NON-COMPETITIVE/CONFIDENTIAL

QUALIFICATIONS: Admission to the New York State Bar and Three (3) years of service in the Associate Court Attorney title; or Eight (8) years of relevant legal experience gained after admission to the New York State Bar.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF WORK: Court Attorney-Referees act as special referees and research and analyze complex legal issues and questions raised in civil and criminal cases heard in trial courts or on appeal to certain County Courts and may be responsible for supervision of court attorneys and support staff who are located in one or more courts situated throughout a county, judicial district, or department. They serve in a confidential capacity and work with substantial independence from supervision in units located in the Court of Claims or special parts in the Supreme Court or in County, District, Family, and Surrogate’s Courts in counties entirely within cities or in counties that have populations exceeding 400,000.

ASSIGNMENT: This position will be assigned to the Law Department. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: conducting hearings regarding framed issues, attorney fee hearings, traverse hearings, and conferences on partition cases; taking testimony and reporting findings of facts to judge; researching and analyzing complex legal questions and issues; conferencing cases and resolving motions in foreclosure and discovery parts; handling foreclosure and tax lien matters and writing confidential memoranda and drafting opinions.

GENERAL INFORMATION: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this title. They do not include all job duties performed by employees in the title, and every position does not necessarily require these duties. Although a position is available and situated at a specific location, the appointee may be subject to reassignment to any position in the same title in this promotion unit dependent upon the needs of the Unified Court System. All applications received from this announcement may be used to fill any vacancies in this title that may occur in this court or agency within the next six (6) months. Position(s) available at the present time:  5 .

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:  All interested persons meeting the minimum qualifications are encouraged to submit a UCS-5 Application for Employment form (obtainable from any administrative office in a court building or on the web at www.nycourts.gov/careers/UCS5.pdf) a cover letter and a resume by email to BXSUPCIVHR@nycourts.gov or by mail to:

LAKISHA C. BROWN

CHIEF CLERK VII

BRONX SUPREME COURT – CIVIL TERM

851 GRAND CONCOURSE, ROOM 612,  BRONX, NY 10451

APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO COMPLETE THE EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY DATA COLLECTION FORM.

POSTING DATE: July 2, 2025                APPLICATIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED OR RECEIVED BY: July 30, 2025 

The New York State Unified Court System is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy and gender identity or expression), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor

(Posted July 9, 2025)

POSITION TITLE: PRINCIPAL COURT ATTORNEY

JG: 31

LOCATION:  SUPREME COURT, BRONX COUNTY – CIVIL TERM

BASE SALARY:  $ 130,061            +     $4,920 LOCATION PAY

CLASSIFICATION: NON-COMPETITIVE/CONFIDENTIAL

QUALIFICATIONS:       Admission to the New York State Bar; and Three (3) years of service in the Associate Court Attorney title; or Eight (8) years of relevant legal experience gained after admission to the New York State Bar.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF WORK: Principal Court Attorneys serve in a confidential capacity and are responsible for overseeing the operations of special parts, terms or departments in courts with a service population exceeding 400,000. They assist the Chief Court Attorney or Supervising Court Attorney in formulation and implementation of office policy, supervision and administering the operations of a law department. Principal Court Attorneys research and analyze complex legal issues and questions for the court, may be designated to act as special referees and perform other related duties.

ASSIGNMENT: This position is assigned to Bronx County Supreme, Civil Term. Duties may include but are not limited to: managing and expediting prioritized legal matters including administrative aspects such as fulfilling weekly reporting mandates, case tracking and maintaining databases relating to these priority matters. Researching and analyzing complex legal issues; drafting opinions and orders for individual judges; conferencing with assistant district attorneys and defense attorneys towards resolution or trial of prioritized matters, and assisting Judges as directed by the Administrative Judge or the Chief Clerk. The position requires troubleshooting and critical thinking to address all obstacles preventing cases from moving judiciously to comply with OCA standards and goals.

GENERAL INFORMATION: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this title. They do not include all job duties performed by employees in the title, and every position does not necessarily require these duties. Although a position is available and situated at a specific location, the appointee may be subject to reassignment to any position in the same title in this promotion unit dependent upon the needs of the Unified Court System. All applications received from this announcement may be used to fill any vacancies in this title that may occur in this court or agency within the next six (6) months. Position(s) available at the present time:  5 .

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: All interested persons meeting the minimum qualifications are encouraged to submit a UCS-5 Application for Employment form (obtainable from any administrative office in a court building or on the web at www.nycourts.gov/careers/UCS5.pdf) and a cover letter and resume by email to BXSUPCIVHR@nycourts.gov or by mail to:

LAKISHA C. BROWN

CHIEF CLERK VII

BRONX SUPREME COURT – CIVIL TERM

851 GRAND CONCOURSE, ROOM 612, BRONX, NY 10451

APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO COMPLETE THE EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY DATA COLLECTION FORM.

POSTING DATE: June 12, 2025                             APPLICATIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED OR RECEIVED BY: July 10, 2025

The New York State Unified Court System is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy and gender identity or expression), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

(Posted July 9, 2025)

POSITION TITLE: CHIEF CLERK I

JG: 21

LOCATION: 5^th JUDICIAL DISTRICT JEFFERSON COUNTY SURROGATE’S COURT

BASE SALARY:           $76,112

CLASSIFICATION:       EXEMPT/CONFIDENTIAL

QUALIFICATIONS:       Bachelor`s degree from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of work experience involving managerial responsibilities such as human resources administration, budget preparation, and review of documents for compliance with policies, rules, and procedures; or Associate`s degree (or completion of 60 college level credits) from an accredited college and four (4) years of work experience involving managerial responsibilities such as human resources administration, budget preparation, and review of documents for compliance with policies, rules, and procedures; or An equivalent combination of education and experience.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF WORK: Chief Clerks are the highest ranking nonjudicial employees in Supreme and County, City, Family, and Surrogate’s Courts. Chief Clerks are responsible to Judge(s), regional court administrators, and the Office of Court Administration for managing all aspects of court operations and nonjudicial case processing activities. Chief Clerks serve in a confidential capacity and supervise subordinate personnel, allocate court resources, prepare annual budget requests, make employee selection decisions, and are responsible for the receipt, accounting and disbursement of fines, bail fees, and other public or custodial funds. Chief Clerk I also perform other related duties.

ASSIGNMENT: Duties and responsibilities include personnel management and supervision; budget management and control; management of case processing and statistical reporting operations; and a wide range of other clerical and managerial duties. Travel may be required.

GENERAL INFORMATION: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this title. They do not include all job duties performed by employees in the title, and every position does not necessarily require these duties. Although a position is available and situated at a specific location, the appointee may be subject to reassignment to any position in the same title in this promotion unit dependent upon the needs of the Unified Court System. All applications received from this announcement may be used to fill any vacancies in this title that may occur in this court or agency within the next six (6) months. Position(s) available at the present time:  1 .

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:  All interested persons meeting the minimum qualifications are encouraged to submit a UCS-5 Application for Employment form (obtainable from any administrative office in a court building or on the web at www.nycourts.gov/careers/UCS5.pdf) a cover letter, and resume by email to 5JDJobs@nycourts.gov or by mail to:

DONALD C. DOERR, ESQ.

DISTRICT EXECUTIVE

FIFTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE

600 SOUTH STATE STREET, ROOM 300 SYRACUSE, NEW YORK 13202

APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO COMPLETE THE EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY DATA COLLECTION FORM.

All Job Postings are also available online at the 5^th JD Homepage 5th JUDICIAL DISTRICT | NYCOURTS.GOV.

Click on “General District Info” then “Careers”  or click here: Job Postings – 5th Judicial District – Careers | NYCOURTS.GOV

POSTING DATE: July 8, 2025            APPLICATIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED OR RECEIVED BY: August 5, 2025

The New York State Unified Court System is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy and gender identity or expression), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

(Posted July 8, 2025)

POSITION TITLE: DEPUTY CHIEF CLERK I                                                     

JG: 20

LOCATION: 5^TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT FULTON CITY COURT

BASE SALARY:           $72,191

CLASSIFICATION:       EXEMPT/CONFIDENTIAL

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and one (1) year of work experience involving managerial responsibilities such as human resources administration, budget preparation, and review of documents for compliance with policies, rules, and procedures; or Associate’s degree (or completion of 60 college level credits) from an accredited college and three (3) years of work experience involving managerial responsibilities such as human resources administration, budget preparation, and review of documents for compliance with policies, rules, and procedures; or An equivalent combination of education and experience.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF WORK: Deputy Chief Clerks are the second highest ranking nonjudicial employees in Supreme and County, City, Family, and Surrogate’s Courts. Deputy Chief Clerks are responsible to Chief Clerks, Judge(s), regional court administrators, and the Office of Court Administration for managing all aspects of court operations and nonjudicial case processing activities. Deputy Chief Clerks serve in a confidential capacity and supervise subordinate personnel, allocate court resources, prepare annual budget requests, make employee selection decisions, and are responsible for the receipt, accounting and disbursement of fines, bail fees, and other public or custodial funds. Deputy Chief Clerk I also perform other related duties.

ASSIGNMENT: This position will assume the duties of the Chief Clerk in the Clerk’s absence. Duties and responsibilities include assisting with personnel management and supervision; budget management and control; management of case processing and statistical reporting operations; and a wide range of clerical and managerial duties. Some travel throughout the district is required.

GENERAL INFORMATION: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this title. They do not include all job duties performed by employees in the title, and every position does not necessarily require these duties. Although a position is available and situated at a specific location, the appointee may be subject to reassignment to any position in the same title in this promotion unit dependent upon the needs of the Unified Court System. All applications received from this announcement may be used to fill any vacancies in this title that may occur in this court or agency within the next six (6) months. Position(s) available at the present time:  1 .

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: All interested persons meeting the minimum qualifications must submit a UCS-5 Application for Employment form (obtainable from any administrative office in a court building or on the web at www.nycourts.gov/careers/UCS5.pdf), a cover letter, and resume by email to 5JDJobs@nycourts.gov or by mail to:

DONALD C. DOERR, ESQ.

DISTRICT EXECUTIVE

FIFTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE

600 SOUTH STATE STREET, ROOM 300 SYRACUSE, NEW YORK 13202

APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO COMPLETE THE EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY DATA COLLECTION FORM.

 All Job Postings are also available online at the 5^th JD Homepage 5th JUDICIAL DISTRICT | NYCOURTS.GOV.

Click on “General District Info” then “Careers”  or click here: Job Postings – 5th Judicial District – Careers | NYCOURTS.GOV

POSTING DATE: July 8, 2025                APPLICATIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED OR RECEIVED BY: August 5, 2025

The New York State Unified Court System is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy and gender identity or expression), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

(Posted July 8, 2025)

POSITION TITLE: CHIEF CLERK II                                                                  

JG: 25

LOCATION:  5^th JUDICIAL DISTRICT  OSWEGO COUNTY FAMILY COURT

BASE SALARY: $ 94,386

CLASSIFICATION: EXEMPT/CONFIDENTIAL

QUALIFICATIONS:       Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and three (3) years of work experience involving managerial responsibilities such as human resources administration, budget preparation, and review of documents for compliance with policies, rules, and procedures; or An equivalent combination of education and experience.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF WORK: Chief Clerks are the highest ranking nonjudicial employees in Supreme and County,

City, Family, and Surrogate’s Courts. Chief Clerks are responsible to Judge(s), regional court administrators, and the Office of Court Administration for managing all aspects of court operations and nonjudicial case processing activities. Chief Clerks serve in a confidential capacity and supervise subordinate personnel, allocate court resources, prepare annual budget requests, make employee selection decisions, and are responsible for the receipt, accounting and disbursement of fines, bail fees, and other public or custodial funds. Chief Clerk II also perform other related duties.

ASSIGNMENT: This is the supervising managerial position in Oswego County Family Court. Duties and responsibilities include personnel management and supervision; budget management and control; management of case processing and statistical reporting operations; and a wide range of clerical and managerial duties. Some travel is required.

GENERAL INFORMATION: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this title. They do not include all job duties performed by employees in the title, and every position does not necessarily require these duties. Although a position is available and situated at a specific location, the appointee may be subject to reassignment to any position in the same title in this promotion unit dependent upon the needs of the Unified Court System. All applications received from this announcement may be used to fill any vacancies in this title that may occur in this court or agency within the next six (6) months. Position(s) available at the present time:  1 .

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: All interested persons meeting the minimum qualifications must submit a UCS-5 Application for Employment form (obtainable from any administrative office in a court building or on the web at www.nycourts.gov/careers/UCS5.pdf) a cover letter and resume by email to 5JDJobs@nycourts.gov or by mail to:

DONALD C. DOERR, ESQ.

DISTRICT EXECUTIVE

FIFTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE

600 SOUTH STATE STREET, ROOM 300

SYRACUSE, NEW YORK 13202

APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO COMPLETE THE EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY DATA COLLECTION FORM.

All Job Postings are also available online at the 5^th JD Homepage 5th JUDICIAL DISTRICT | NYCOURTS.GOV.

Click on “General District Info” then “Careers”  or click here: Job Postings – 5th Judicial District – Careers | NYCOURTS.GOV

POSTING DATE: July 8, 2025              APPLICATIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED OR RECEIVED BY: August 5, 2025

The New York State Unified Court System is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy and gender identity or expression), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

(Posted July 8, 2025)

POSITION TITLE: COURT ATTORNEY REFEREE

JG: 31

LOCATION:  5^th JUDICIAL DISTRICT ONEIDA COUNTY FAMILY COURT

BASE SALARY: $130,061

CLASSIFICATION: NON-COMPETITIVE/CONFIDENTIAL

QUALIFICATIONS:

Admission to the New York State Bar; and Three years of service in the Associate Court Attorney title; or

Eight years of relevant legal experience gained after admission to the New York State Bar.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF WORK: Court Attorney-Referees act as special referees and research and analyze complex legal issues and questions raised in civil and criminal cases heard in trial courts or on appeal to certain County Courts and may be responsible for supervision of court attorneys and support staff who are located in one or more courts situated throughout a county, judicial district, or department. They serve in a confidential capacity and work with substantial independence from supervision in units located in the Court of Claims or special parts in the Supreme Court or in County, District, Family, and Surrogate’s Courts in counties entirely within cities or in counties that have populations exceeding 400,000.

ASSIGNMENT: Under the supervision of the District Administrative Judge’s Office and the Chief Clerk of Oneida County Family Court, the Court Attorney-Referee will hear and report or determine cases assigned. Cases include but are not limited to custody and visitation, cases in the Model Court for abused and neglected children, and cases involving temporary and permanent orders of protection. While the position is currently assigned to Oneida County Family Court, the Court Attorney-Referee will also provide coverage, as necessary, in the other Family Courts in the Fifth Judicial District. Travel is required.

GENERAL INFORMATION: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this title. They do not include all job duties performed by employees in the title, and every position does not necessarily require these duties. Although a position is available and situated at a specific location, the appointee may be subject to reassignment to any position in the same title in this promotion unit dependent upon the needs of the Unified Court System. All applications received from this announcement may be used to fill any vacancies in this title that may occur in this court or agency within the next six (6) months. Position(s) available at the present time: 1.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:  All interested persons meeting the minimum qualifications are encouraged to submit a UCS-5 Application for Employment form (obtainable from any administrative office in a court building or on the web at www.nycourts.gov/careers/UCS5.pdf) a cover letter, and resume by email to 5JDJobs@nycourts.gov or by mail to:

DONALD C. DOERR, ESQ.

DISTRICT EXECUTIVE

FIFTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE

600 SOUTH STATE STREET, ROOM 300 SYRACUSE, NEW YORK 13202

APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO COMPLETE THE EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY DATA COLLECTION FORM.

All Job Postings are also available online at the 5^th JD Homepage 5th JUDICIAL DISTRICT | NYCOURTS.GOV.

Click on “General District Info” then “Careers”  or click here: Job Postings – 5th Judicial District – Careers | NYCOURTS.GOV

POSTING DATE: July 8, 2025               

APPLICATIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED OR RECEIVED BY: August 5, 2025

The New York State Unified Court System is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy and gender identity or expression), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

(Posted July 8, 2025)

POSITION TITLE: CHIEF CLERK IV JG: 32

LOCATION: 5th JUDICIAL DISTRICT, ONONDAGA COUNTY SURROGATE’S COURT

BASE SALARY: $ 137,325

CLASSIFICATION: EXEMPT/CONFIDENTIAL

QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and five (5) years of work experience involving managerial responsibilities such as human resources administration, budget preparation, and review of documents for compliance with policies, rules, and procedures; or An equivalent combination of education and experience.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF WORK: Chief Clerks are the highest ranking nonjudicial employees in Supreme and County, City, Family, and Surrogate’s Courts. Chief Clerk IV are responsible to Judge(s), regional court administrators, and the Office of Court Administration for managing all aspects of court operations and nonjudicial case processing activities. Chief Clerk IV serve in a confidential capacity and supervise subordinate personnel, allocate court resources, prepare annual budget requests, make employee selection decisions, and are responsible for the receipt, accounting and disbursement of fines, bail fees, and other public or custodial funds. Chief Clerk IV positions manage courts with new filings, averaged over three years, more than 3% of the statewide total (exclusive of New York City) of Supreme and County Courts or more than 4% of the statewide total (exclusive of New York City) in the City, Family, and Surrogate’s Court. Chief Clerk IV also perform other related duties.

ASSIGNMENT: This is the supervising managerial position in the Onondaga County Surrogate’s Court. Duties and responsibilities include personnel management and supervision; budget management and control; management of case processing and statistical reporting; consulting with judges and court administrators to develop policy, procedures, and new programs; and a wide range of other clerical and managerial duties. Travel may be required.

GENERAL INFORMATION: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this title. They do not include all job duties performed by employees in the title, and every position does not necessarily require these duties. Although a position is available and situated at a specific location, the appointee may be subject to reassignment to any position in the same title in this promotion unit dependent upon the needs of the Unified Court System. All applications received from this announcement may be used to fill any vacancies in this title that may occur in this court or agency within the next six (6) months. Position(s) available at the present time:1

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: All interested persons meeting the minimum qualifications are encouraged to submit a UCS-5 Application for Employment form (obtainable from any administrative office in a court building or on the web at www.nycourts.gov/careers/UCS5.pdf), a cover letter and resume by email to 5JDJobs@nycourts.gov or by mail to:

DONALD C. DOERR, ESQ.
DISTRICT EXECUTIVE
FIFTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE
600 SOUTH STATE STREET, ROOM 300
SYRACUSE, NEW YORK 13202

APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO COMPLETE THE EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY DATA COLLECTION FORM.

POSTING DATE: June 20, 2025 APPLICATIONS MUST BE POSTMARKED OR RECEIVED BY: July 18 ,2025

The New York State Unified Court System is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including pregnancy and gender identity or expression), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

(Posted June 23, 2025)

Senior Counsel/Senior Staff Attorney – Litigation Supervisor
New York, NY / Washington, DC
Policy, Campaigns & Advocacy – Litigation & Law / Full Time / Hybrid

Planned Parenthood is the nation’s leading provider and advocate of high-quality, affordable sexual and reproductive health care for all people, as well as the nation’s largest provider of sex education. With more than 600 health centers across the country, Planned Parenthood organizations serve all patients with care and compassion, with respect, and without judgment, striving to create equitable access to health care. Through health centers, programs in schools and communities, and online resources, Planned Parenthood is a trusted source of reliable education and information that allows people to make informed health decisions. We do all this because we care passionately about helping people lead healthier lives.

Planned Parenthood Federation of America (PPFA) is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that supports the independently incorporated Planned Parenthood affiliates operating health centers across the U.S. Planned Parenthood Action Fund is an independent, nonpartisan, not-for-profit membership organization formed as the advocacy and political arm of Planned Parenthood Federation of America. The Action Fund engages in educational, advocacy, and electoral activity, including grassroots organizing, legislative advocacy, and voter education. Planned Parenthood values the experience of employees, and our cultural ethos is “In This Together” which aims to support a workplace culture that centers on belonging, learning, and individual recognition.

Planned Parenthood Federation of America (PPFA) and Planned Parenthood Action Fund seek a Senior Staff Attorney or Senior Counsel, with title to be based on years of legal experience . This job will report to the Vice President in the Public Policy Litigation and Law department. The Public Policy Litigation & Law Department (PPL&L) represents PPFA and Planned Parenthood affiliates in matters that affect the Planned Parenthood mission. PPL&L provides legal advice to, and when appropriate conducts litigation in, state and federal courts across the country on behalf of PPFA and Planned Parenthood affiliates in order to protect and expand access to sexual and reproductive health care.

This role operates on a hybrid schedule, requiring at least 2 days per week in-office (NYC or DC). 

Applications will be reviewed on rolling basis, with priority given to applications received before June 20th.

Purpose:

The position’s primary responsibilities will revolve around conducting and supervising significant and high visibility litigation on behalf of PPFA or Planned Parenthood affiliates and providing legal advice to PPFA and Planned Parenthood affiliates about legal issues such as pending legislation, regulatory matters, and activities of those opposed to Planned Parenthood that interfere with our ability to provide comprehensive reproductive health care.

Engagement:

The attorney in this position will work closely with the members of the PPL&L team, as well as with affiliate leadership and staff; other PPFA colleagues; coalition partners; and outside counsel.

Delivery:

• The attorney in this position will conduct and supervise litigation in state and federal courts across the country, as well as acting as a resource and advisor for colleagues in developing their cases, making strategic decisions, and preparing for oral argument, evidentiary hearings, depositions, etc.
• Current key areas of activity include litigation, risk advising, and responding to federal and state attacks relating to abortion access, gender affirming care, and participation in public funding programs such as Medicaid and Title X.
• The Senior Staff Attorney or Senior Counsel may also be engaged in work related to pending legislation and regulatory matters; advising clients in navigating a rapidly shifting post-Roe environment, including by working closely with operational and clinical personnel both at PPFA and at affiliates; and coordinating with internal and external partners on litigation and related strategies, among other responsibilities.
• The attorney in this position will also support the career development of more junior attorneys, interns, and paralegals and contribute to PPL&L’s ongoing work to center the communities most affected by laws restricting access to sexual and reproductive health and rights.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): 
Required Qualifications: 

• Law degree
• Specifically between 12-18 years of legal practice. Note: This individual will have the title of Senior Staff Attorney if they have 12-14 years of experience; and Senior Counsel if they have between than 15-18 years of experience.
• Substantial litigation experience is required. Impact litigation experience is not required but is strongly preferred.
• A deep commitment to Planned Parenthood’s mission of promoting Sexual and Reproductive Health

Many different litigation career paths can develop skills that are valuable for this role; candidates are not expected to have experience in all aspects of the position. Experience in reproductive rights is not a requirement. Relevant skills and experience include:

• Substantial litigation experience at all stages of civil litigation, including trial court and appellate drafting and argument; working with fact and expert witnesses including in preparation for deposition and trial testimony; and managing or supervising discovery, including written discovery document production and depositions
• Experience supervising litigation, working with outside litigation counsel, and/or heading litigation teams
• Experience litigating Administrative Procedure Act claims
• Litigating or advising on issues arising under the Medicaid Act or other federal funding programs
• Experience working on trans rights issues and/or litigating cases to protect trans rights
• Experience working in a coalition and/or with co-counsel for multiple organizational clients
• Criminal defense and/or prosecutorial experience
• Advising clients on compliance and risk mitigation issues
• Reproductive justice work
• Communications work in connection with litigation
• Work on amicus briefs or strategy
• Mentoring or supervising more junior attorneys or other colleagues

Travel: 0-10% domestic travel

$181,699 – $232,788 a year

Public Policy Litigation & Law has a scale that determines pay for non-manager attorneys in the department by years of legal experience.

Senior Staff Attorney with 12-14 years legal experience: $181,699 – $197,093

Senior Counsel with 15-18 years legal experience: $206,948 – $232,788

Total offer package to include generous vacation + sick leave + paid holidays, individual/family provided medical, dental and vision benefits effective day 1, life insurance, short/long term disability, paid family leave and 401k. We also offer voluntary opt-in for Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Transportation/Commuter accounts.

We value a truly diverse workforce and a culture of inclusivity and belonging. Our goal is to attract qualified candidates and encourage applications from all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.  We’re committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation.

PPFA participates in the E-Verify program and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Roles that are denoted as NYC, DC, or both will work a hybrid schedule and are expected to work in their assigned PPFA office a minimum 2 days per week unless the role is denoted as onsite, which requires working onsite full time or 5 days per week.

Apply here: https://jobs.lever.co/ppfa/4eab5abf-2c39-485e-8f3c-306a7c26d380

(Posted June 12, 2025)

Staff Attorney/Senior Staff Attorney
New York, NY / Washington, DC
Policy, Campaigns & Advocacy – Litigation & Law / Full Time – Union / Hybrid

Planned Parenthood is the nation’s leading provider and advocate of high-quality, affordable sexual and reproductive health care for all people, as well as the nation’s largest provider of sex education. With more than 600 health centers across the country, Planned Parenthood organizations serve all patients with care and compassion, with respect, and without judgment, striving to create equitable access to health care. Through health centers, programs in schools and communities, and online resources, Planned Parenthood is a trusted source of reliable education and information that allows people to make informed health decisions. We do all this because we care passionately about helping people lead healthier lives.

Planned Parenthood Federation of America (PPFA) is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that supports the independently incorporated Planned Parenthood affiliates operating health centers across the U.S. Planned Parenthood Action Fund is an independent, nonpartisan, not-for-profit membership organization formed as the advocacy and political arm of Planned Parenthood Federation of America. The Action Fund engages in educational, advocacy, and electoral activity, including grassroots organizing, legislative advocacy, and voter education. Planned Parenthood values the experience of employees, and our cultural ethos is “In This Together” which aims to support a workplace culture that centers on belonging, learning, and individual recognition.

Planned Parenthood Federation of America (PPFA) and Planned Parenthood Action Fund seek a Staff Attorney or Senior Staff Attorney, with the title to be based on years of legal experience. This job will report to a Managing Senior Staff Attorney in the Public Policy Litigation and Law (PPL&L) department of PPFA. The Public Policy, Litigation & Law Department (PPL&L) represents PPFA and Planned Parenthood affiliates in policy matters that affect the mission of the organization. PPL&L provides legal advice to, and when appropriate, conducts litigation in, state and federal courts across the country on behalf of PPFA and Planned Parenthood affiliates in order to protect and expand access to sexual and reproductive health care.

This role operates on a hybrid schedule, requiring at least 2 days per week in-office (NYC or DC). 

 Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with priority given to applications received before June 20th.

The primary responsibilities of the attorney in this position will revolve around conducting significant and high visibility litigation on behalf of PPFA or Planned Parenthood affiliates, and providing legal advice to PPFA and Planned Parenthood affiliates about legal issues such as pending legislation, regulatory matters, and activities of those opposed to Planned Parenthood that interfere with our ability to provide comprehensive reproductive health care.

Engagement: 
The attorney in this position will work closely with the members of the PPL&L team, as well as with affiliate leadership and staff, other PPFA colleagues, coalition partners, and outside counsel.

Delivery:

• The attorney in this position will conduct litigation in state and federal courts across the country. Staff Attorneys are likely to have opportunities, over time, to draft trial court and appellate briefs and other filings; conduct discovery, including through document production and depositions; prepare fact and expert witnesses for deposition and trial testimony; present evidence and argument in state and federal court; communicate with clients, co-counsel, and opposing counsel; and review communications materials and respond to media inquiries.
• The attorney in this position may also be engaged in work related to pending legislation and regulatory matters; advising clients in navigating a rapidly shifting post-Roe environment, including by working closely with operational and clinical personnel both at PPFA and at affiliates; and coordinating with internal and external partners on litigation and related strategies, among other responsibilities.
• Current key areas of activity include litigation, risk advising, and responding to federal and state attacks relating to abortion access, gender affirming care, and participation in public funding programs such as Medicaid and Title X.
• The attorney in this position will also support the career development of more junior attorneys in the department, interns, and paralegals, and contribute to PPL&L’s ongoing work to center the communities most affected by laws restricting access to sexual and reproductive health and rights.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs): 
Required Qualifications: 

• Law degree.
• 4-9 years of legal practice. The successful candidate will have the title of Staff Attorney if they have 4-6 years of experience, or Senior Staff Attorney if they have 7-9 years of experience
• Strong research and writing skills.
• Established interest in public interest work, sexual and reproductive health and rights, and/or impact litigation is a plus, but not mandatory.

Many different litigation career paths can develop skills that are valuable for this role; candidates are not expected to have experience in all aspects of the position. Experience in reproductive rights is not a requirement. PPL&L is committed to the professional development and growth of all team members. Relevant skills and experience include:

• Trial court and/or appellate drafting and argument experience
• Litigating Administrative Procedure Act claims
• Litigating or advising on issues arising under the Medicaid Act or other federal funding programs
• Experience working on trans rights issues and/or litigating cases to protect trans rights
• Experience working in a coalition and/or with co-counsel for multiple organizational clients
• Managing discovery, including document production and depositions
• Working with fact and expert witnesses, including in preparation for deposition and trial testimony
• Criminal defense and/or prosecutorial experience
• Advising clients on compliance and risk mitigation issues
• Reproductive justice work
• Communications work in connection with litigation
• Work on amicus briefs or strategy
• Mentoring or supervising more junior attorneys or other colleagues
• High proficiency in Google products
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to quickly changing priorities and ambiguous situations
• Commitment to PPFA’s mission and diversity, equity, and inclusion, particularly surrounding race equity
• A deep commitment to Planned Parenthood’s mission of promoting Sexual and Reproductive Health

Travel: 0-10%

Compensation Range:
Public Policy Litigation & Law has a scale that determines pay for non-managerial attorneys in our department by years of legal experience. Staff Attorney at 4-6 years legal experience: $127,611 – $138,821, and Senior Staff Attorney at 7-9 years legal experience: $147,845 – $160,833.

$127,611 – $160,833 a year

Total offer package to include generous vacation + sick leave + paid holidays, individual/family provided medical, dental and vision benefits effective day 1, life insurance, short/long term disability, paid family leave and 401k. We also offer voluntary opt-in for Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Transportation/Commuter accounts.

We value a truly diverse workforce and a culture of inclusivity and belonging. Our goal is to attract qualified candidates and encourage applications from all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.  We’re committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation.

PPFA participates in the E-Verify program and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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PDN-HR

Roles that are denoted as NYC, DC, or both will work a hybrid schedule and are expected to work in their assigned PPFA office a minimum 2 days per week unless the role is denoted as onsite, which requires working onsite full time or 5 days per week.

Apply here: https://jobs.lever.co/ppfa/7fbec914-42f4-4bcd-b85f-de6d212eb15b

(Posted June 12, 2025)

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