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If you are contacted for such information by these methods, or any other method, please verify the identity of the individual before transmitting such information to that person.</p> <p>Note: For questions about the job posting, please contact the agency that posted this position by using the contact information provided on the "Contact" tab for the position.</p> <p>Review Vacancy</p> <p>Date Posted 07/15/25</p> <p>Applications Due08/12/25</p> <p>Vacancy ID192453</p> <ul> <li>Basics </li><li>Schedule </li><li>Location </li><li>Job Specifics </li><li>How to Apply </li></ul> <p>NY HELPNo</p> <p>AgencyCourt Administration, Office of</p> <p>TitleSpecial Projects Coordinator (Statewide Behavioral Health Administrator)</p> <p>Occupational CategoryAdministrative or General Management</p> <p>Salary GradeNS</p> <p>Bargaining UnitNone listed</p> <p>Salary RangeFrom $140000 to $170000 Annually</p> <p>Employment Type Full-Time</p> <p>Appointment Type Permanent</p> <p>Jurisdictional Class Non-competitive Class</p> <p>Travel Percentage 0%</p> <p>Workweek Mon-Fri</p> <p>Hours Per Week 35</p> <p>Workday</p> <p>From 9 AM</p> <p>To 5 PM</p> <p>Flextime allowed? No</p> <p>Mandatory overtime? No</p> <p>Compressed workweek allowed? No</p> <p>Telecommuting allowed? No</p> <p>County Albany</p> <p>Street Address 4 ESP, Empire State Plaza</p> <p>Suite 2001</p> <p>City Albany</p> <p>StateNY</p> <p>Zip Code12223</p> <p>Duties Description The New York State Unified Court System (UCS) is seeking applicants for the position of Behavioral Health Administrator. The chosen applicant will be responsible for analyzing, developing, and implementing best practices and evidence-based strategies to improve the UCS' response to a variety of behavioral health issues as they relate to the justice system. Issues expected to be addressed include, among others, civil commitments, fitness to stand trial, and judicial, attorney, and court staff wellness. The Behavioral Health Administrator will report directly to the UCS leadership team, consisting of the Chief Administrative Judge, First Deputy Chief Administrative Judge, Deputy Chief Administrative Judge for Justice Initiatives, Deputy Chief Administrative Judge for Courts inside New York City, and Deputy Chief Administrative Judge for Courts Outside New York City.</p> <p>Duties will include, but will not be limited to:</p> <ul> <li>Developing and implementing a comprehensive strategic plan to implement the recommendations of the National Judicial Task Force to examine State Courts' Response to mental illness recommendations. </li><li>Representing the UCS on behavioral health and justice related committees and workgroups. </li><li>Recommending behavioral health-related proposals, rules, and policies. </li><li>Supporting the UCS' Mental Health Task Force. </li><li>Ensuring ongoing communication among agencies and branches of government on behavioral health issues. </li><li>Keeping up to date with the latest trends in court management and behavioral health, both locally and nationally. </li><li>Conducting ongoing outreach at national, state, and local conferences regarding behavioral health and justice trends and initiatives. </li><li>Collaborating with problem solving court administrators on mental and behavioral health matters. </li></ul> <p>This is an in-person assignment and may be based in Manhattan, Albany or Westchester Counties, although travel, both throughout</p> <p>New York and out-of-state, will be required.</p> <p>BASE SALARY: $140,000 - $170,000</p> <p>Minimum Qualifications Admission to the New York State Bar and 5 years of relevant legal experience; or a Master's degree in Social Work or a related field from an accredited college or university and 5 years of relevant experience. Preference will be given to individuals with a demonstrated experience with behavioral health policy implementation and/or individuals with an understanding of federal and state laws and regulations related to behavioral health services and court systems.</p> <p>Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.</p> <p>Name Cindy Martucci-Kiyar</p> <p>Telephone</p> <p>Fax</p> <p>Email Address execjobs@nycourts.gov</p> <p>Address</p> <p>Street 25 Beaver street</p> <p>10th Floor</p> <p>City New York</p> <p>State NY</p> <p>Zip Code 10004</p> <p>Notes on ApplyingAll 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 resume and cover letter via email to execjobs@nycourts.gov or by mail to:</p> <p>Cindy Martucci-Kiyar</p> <p>Executive Assistant to Chief Administrative Judge Joseph A. Zayas</p> <p>25 Beaver Street, 10th Floor</p> <p>New York, NY 10004</p>