Associate Counsel - VID 225966
Cannabis Management, Office of · Erie · New York
- Role
- Policy analyst
- Posted
- Sep 29, 2026
- Closes
- Oct 15, 2026
- Salary
- $57.70 hourly
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Summary
The Associate Counsel reports to a Deputy Counsel and provides legal support to New York's Office of Cannabis Management's licensing, compliance, and enforcement efforts. Responsibilities include drafting legislation and regulations, representing the agency in administrative hearings, conducting legal research, and supervising attorneys and legal assistants. The role is part-time (20-25 hours per week) based in Buffalo and allows telecommuting with approval.
Key qualifications
- Admission to and membership in good standing with the New York State Bar
- Four years of subsequent professional legal experience
- Valid New York State Driver's License or demonstrated capacity to meet transportation needs
- Experience with or willingness to learn cannabis law
- Strong legal research, writing, and supervisory skills
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