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State of New York Mortgage Agency Associate Counsel in New York, New York
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.
New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Our work would not be possible without the diverse backgrounds, experiences, ideas, and abilities of our employees. HCR is committed to developing a workforce that represents the diverse population of New York State. HCR embraces a diverse and inclusive work environment by encouraging all individuals, including those with disabilities, to apply to open positions at the agency.
HCR Legal provides counsel across the agency’s offices and program areas, including with respect to financing and real estate transactions, litigation matters, administrative and regulatory issues, policy and legislation, and operations and governance. The team also encompasses the Tenant Protection Unit, which proactively enforces the State’s rent regulation laws.
Job Summary:
Serve as counsel for HCR in structuring, negotiating, and closing real estate financing transactions, primarily mortgage loans provided to affordable housing projects financed by the New York State Housing Finance Agency, one of HCR’s six public authorities.
Perform legal services related to the agency’s asset management and loan servicing functions.
Assist with housing bond issuances, regulatory questions, the preparation of materials for consideration by one or more of HCR’s boards of directors, and other legal issues that may arise.
Supervise Assistant Counsels and legal support staff engaged in similar duties.
Report to the Deputy Counsel overseeing transactional lawyers in our New York City office.
Qualifications:
Must be admitted to the practice of law in New York State.
Minimum of five years of experience in providing legal counsel with respect to affordable housing programs, real estate lending or asset management, public finance, or other corporate transactions; knowledge of affordable housing programs and real estate lending is strongly preferred.
Experience supervising attorneys or support staff.
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including attention to detail, a commitment to analytical thinking, and respect for the contributions of colleagues and others.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other standard applications.
Ability to work independently, manage multiple matters at the same time, and achieve deadlines.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and the employee will be expected to perform other reasonably related duties as assigned.
About HCR:
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 multi-family 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.