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Benefits:
- Competitive compensation
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with substantial company match
- Life and Travel Insurance
- Tuition Assistance
- Wellness Reimbursement Program
- Paid Holidays and Vacation
What is a Counsel – Litigation & Claims?
This Counsel – Litigation & Claims position is responsible for providing legal guidance on all claims and legal matters directly and indirectly affecting Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation. The position requires independent, sound business judgment and frequent contact with litigants, claimants, judges, mediators, various business departments within Central Hudson, outside counsel and external parties (including customers).
The Counsel – Litigation & Claims provides insightful, high quality, and timely legal advice and counsel in support of the business operations and policy objectives of the Company. The position requires excellent communication skills and the ability to develop relationships and work cooperatively with outside counsel, other NYS utilities and third parties on a broad scope of legal issues, proceedings, matters and litigations. While the position is based in Poughkeepsie, NY frequent travel to any courts, EBTs, mediation or site visits in the Company’s mid-Hudson Valley service territory is required.
What does a Counsel – Litigation & Claims do?
- Works with and is tasked with assignments by other internal legal counsel on matters relating to litigations and claims.
- Handles, investigates, litigations and settles claims for property damage and bodily injuries resulting from the operations of the Company.
- Performs legal research, prepares motions and memos, and participates in specials projects to assist General Counsel and Outside Counsel in the defense of lawsuits and claims brought against the corporation.
- Manages the portfolio of lawsuits brought against the Company, including the assignment of defense counsel and experts as needed.
- Coordinates the flow of legal documents and information regarding the status of cases between the Claims division, General Counsel, and outside counsel.
- Advises and assists other Company personnel regarding legal and claims matters, including contract review.
- Seeks to either litigate or resolve claims and/or litigations, on a fair and reasonable basis, whenever possible and make recommendations on whether to settle lawsuits or proceed to trial.
- Coordinates with representatives of the Company’s carriers and brokers.
- Provides legal guidance to other organizations within the corporation. Such guidance may be related to bankruptcy issues, leases, contracts, rights of way, condemnations, releases, and indemnification issues.
- Monitors legal developments, in general, to formulate views on legal issues that may affect the corporation and assess the potential impacts or risk to the Company.
- Advises management on appropriate legal and ethical action deemed necessary to protect the Company’s interests.
- Consults with the Company’s executive leadership team and General Counsel on minor legal issues that may have economic, political or media implications for the Company.
- Supervises the activities of the Claims Adjusters in furtherance of the above activities
- Participates in other activities as assigned and maintain or improve skills by utilizing available professional development resources.
- Be on call to respond to any situation involving major property damage and serious bodily injuries possibly outside of normal business hours.
- Supports storm/emergency restoration efforts.
What does it take to be a Counsel – Litigation & Claims?
Required:
- J.D. degree from an accredited law school, license to practice law in New York State, and 3+ years’ experience practicing law in the area of litigations in New York State.
- Travel throughout Central Hudson’s service territory.
- Experience analyzing complex matters and reducing them to manageable projects and communications.
- Demonstrated effective verbal communication and research and writing skills, including experience drafting legal documents.
- Ability to work as a part of a collaborative team with other utilities, outside counsel and the Company’s business units.
- Ability to manage multiple complex matters simultaneously, take initiative, and work independently.
- Ability to comprehend and analyze technical issues associated with claims and legal requirements.
- Sound business judgment and decision-making.
- Ability to work and respond during non-traditional hours as needed.
- Valid driver’s license.
Preferred:
- Previous experience in customer claims, small claims, civil litigations and administrative hearings.
- 3+ years of experience practicing law in the area of civil litigation.
- Experience with the New York State court system and experience interacting with state and federal court systems.
- Knowledge and understanding of the utility industry and challenges, including litigations and claims.
This position has a career path which allows for advancement opportunities within a job series. The title and level are commensurate with experience. Pay range: $96,600 – $163,800
Please go to www.centralhudson.com/employment. Click the “Search Career Opportunities” button. Follow the directions to submit an application and upload your resume for the desired position. Applications sent via e-mail and US Mail will not be accepted. No phone calls or agencies, please. All replies will be held in strict confidence.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status. Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
VEVRAA FEDERAL CONTRACTOR
- Full Time
- Immediately
- 284 South Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
- 4/26/24
BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Water Plant Operator shall ensure water distributed throughout the potable water system meets the pertinent standards for safe drinking water at all times through the proper operation, maintenance, and repair of all mechanical systems within the Water Plant, as well as the repair and maintenance of all auxiliary water systems. Full Time year-round. Schedule is 7-3:30p Tuesday-Saturday.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Oversee the operation, maintenance and repair of the Water Treatment Plant including:
- Water systems including potable and non-potable water distribution systems.
- Water supply sources: springs, wells, ponds, lake and reservoir.
- Water distribution systems: including, but not limited to, pipe, valves, vaults, pumps and controls.
- Mix and add chemicals to maintain quality drinking water.
- Act in accordance to all OSHA guidelines and standards including but not limited to lock out-tag out, confined space, hot-work, SDS, Personal Protective Equipment, etc.
- Adhere to all EPA and Department of Health Guidelines and laws.
- Inventory and maintain equipment and supplies; safeguard equipment and supplies.
- Arrange for purchases and receive supplies and equipment necessary for the operation of the Water Plant within the department guidelines.
- Check condition of equipment; performs operations and safety check prior to using equipment; maintain tools and equipment used in the repair and maintenance of assigned equipment; report the need for repairs.
- Fuel and grease vehicles/equipment; inspect and perform safety checks on vehicles/equipment; clean vehicles/equipment; perform minor routine maintenance/service; report the need for repairs.
- Identifies and performs preventive maintenance as necessary to maximize the useful life of equipment.
- Monitor and evaluate work-related conditions to determine compliance with prescribed operating, safety, and health regulations and Department guidelines.
- Coordinate system interruptions with department manager and all affected departments.
- Educates co-workers on system's operation to assist in maintaining a smoothly operating plant.
- Perform any required boiler checks and basic boiler operation as relief of the Boiler Operator.
- Suggest and recommend possible projects to management for future budgets.
- Supplies own hand tools and basic test equipment.
- Learns and utilizes new methods, materials and procedures and systems.
- Reads and comprehends technical manuals, diagrams, and blueprints.
- Clearly communicates results of efforts, problem resolution steps and completed tasks, verbally and in writing.
- Collect, retain, and report accurate records and prepare administrative reports free of errors and omissions.
- Demonstrate proficiency with Windows-based operating systems and use software including MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook.
- Perform basic mathematical functions such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
- Listen well, communicate effectively and establish effective working relationships with other staff, management, vendors and guests that have a variety of educational backgrounds and values.
- Work productively and efficiently with or without supervision when performing routine tasks.
- Identify problems, formulate a solution, direct action, and take corrective follow-up action.
- Attends and participates in staff operation and safety meetings.
- Safely uses all types of power and hand tools of the trade.
- Works in a manner that will not endanger oneself or others.
- Operate automatic and standard transmission vehicles safely while driving and/or parking in compliance with Mohonk Mountain House Traffic Rules and Regulations.
- Identify safety hazards, report, and follow up to see that corrective action is taken.
- Inform manager of hazardous situations, emergencies or threats to the security of guests, employees or hotel assets.
- Performs inspections by touch, sight, sound and smell for conformance to prescribed standards.
- Speak, read and write the English language and communicate in a clear and congenial manner, with our guests, visitors and employees. Hear verbal instructions, directions and warnings.
- Reach with hands and arms, bend, kneel, stoop, twist and flex arms, walk up and down stairs/inclines, sit, climb up/down ladders or stand for up to 3-4 hours at a time.
- Perform work at heights up to 80 feet.
- Lift up to 75 pounds from ground level to waist and carries a distance of up to 30 feet with/ without assistance. Walk up to 5 miles per day.
- Works in close quarters, extreme heat and cold, outdoors and exposed to natural elements.
- See close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- Act calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Analyze problems and develop and implement action plans to address problems.
- Maintain a flexible work schedule including days/nights, weekdays/weekends, holidays, and during peak periods of business.
- Maintain regular, predictable and punctual attendance during regularly scheduled work hours.
- Work additional hours beyond regularly scheduled work day (evenings and weekends) as necessary.
- Works on short notice to effect emergency repairs 24 hours a day, 365 days per year.
- Maintains a pleasant personality under trying conditions and circumstances to our customers and co-workers both.
- Adhere to Mohonk Mountain House’s Dress and Grooming Standards; presenting a neat, clean and well-groomed appearance and maintaining a positive, professional image to our customers.
- Learn and successfully demonstrate the Mohonk Mountain House Service Steps with Service Strategies with guests and staff.
- Learn and retain knowledge of historical facts and information about Mohonk Mountain House.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Valid Driver’s License and at least 21 years of age, or 20 years of age with at least two years of licensed driving experience.
- Possess (or obtain) and maintain a valid New York State Water Operation and Distribution License, Class IIA
- Must have at least five (5) years experience in a related field.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
- Full Time
- Immediately
- New Paltz, NY 12561
- 4/5/24