Job Description

Westchester County Government’s Office of Assigned Counsel is actively recruiting for a Deputy Administrator . Under the general direction of the Administrator – Office of Assigned Counsel, the incumbent of this class assists with the effective management and operations of the Office of Assigned Counsel pursuant to Chapter 186 of the Laws of Westchester County. This position is appointed by the Administrator-Office of Assigned Counsel, in consultation with the Westchester County Assigned Counsel Board of Directors, pursuant to New York State Civil Service law and County hiring rules and regulations.

Responsibilities include providing assistance and support in all facets of the efficient operations and management of the Office of Assigned Counsel. The Deputy Administrator shall act for and on behalf of the Administrator in his or her absence. Supervision is exercised over professional and clerical employees. Does related work as required.

Examples of Work Include but Not Limited to:

Assists in the management and administration of the Office of Assigned Counsel;

In collaboration with the Administrator, develops and monitors program policies, standards and operational procedures of the Assigned Counsel Program regarding qualifications for appointment to the panel of attorneys to represent indigent clients, recruitment of attorneys to serve on the panel, limitations on attorney caseloads, guidelines for the administrative responsibilities of panel attorneys and supervision and review of attorney caseloads and quality of legal representation;

Monitors state grant funding and implementation of budget allocations; liaises with other County Departments, State agencies, Bar Associations, community partners and the Court system; analyzes data and prepares reports;

Assists with the review of applications for certification to the panel of attorneys based upon recommendations from the person or organization tasked with review of certification or recertification applications;

Ensures adequate attorney participation on the panel and training for assigned counsel, including assignment of a mentor for all newly assigned panel attorneys;

Assists in overseeing a panel of attorneys to implement a prompt process for assignments matching client needs to attorney ability, training and experience;

Reviews vouchers for services provided through the Assigned Counsel Program;

Assists in the preparation of an annual budget proposal for review by the Board of Directors and submission to the County Budget Office;

Works with the Administrator to conduct periodic evaluations and reviews of the Program budget, for the purpose of communicating the fiscal and programmatic needs of the program to the New York State Office of Indigent Legal Services to obtain state funding;

Attends meetings with the Board of Directors and provides periodic reports as requested;

Assists the Board of Directors with preparation of an Annual Report for submission to the County Executive and County Board of Legislators by December 31st of each year;

Required Qualifications:

A Law Degree* and a minimum of eight years of experience in the practice of law involving criminal and/or family law matters

Special Requirement: Admission to the Bar of the State of New York at least ten years prior to appointment.

*Special Note: Education beyond the secondary level must be from an institution recognized or accredited by the Board of Regents of the New York State Education Office as a post-secondary, degree-granting institution.

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Besides a competitive salary, our compensation package includes comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, deferred compensation, paid leave and retirement plan.

Interested applicants should respond by sending a Cover Letter and Resume to [email protected] or by mail to: 148 Martine Avenue, Suite 100 White Plains NY, 10601

Important, please include “Deputy Administrator (Office of Assigned Counsel)” in the subject line of your email

Westchester County Is an Equal Opportunity Employer

About Westchester County

Westchester County, located in the heart of the historic Hudson Valley, covers 500 square miles and has a population of just over 1 million. Originally home to Native Americans of the Lenape tribe, it is now a rich mix of diverse cultures and landscapes. The County is a blend of bustling cities, quaint villages, and picturesque towns, as well as open spaces and a network of beautiful parks. Westchester is made up of six cities, 19 towns, and 20 villages. The County is known for its top-notch public schools and high quality of life. It is also an intellectual capital, boasting a highly educated workforce, competitive colleges and universities, Fortune 500 companies, world-changing nonprofits, and cutting-edge research centers. Westchester is led by County Executive Kenneth W. Jenkins, who took office in January 2025 as the tenth County Executive. Focusing on innovation, Jenkins is leveraging technology and fostering business growth to position Westchester as a dynamic and inclusive destination where everyone can thrive. Learn more about Westchester County by visiting

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