Assistant General Counsel

NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development; New York (NY); On-site; USD 93,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Agency Attorney Level 2 to provide legal support in personnel and civil service law. This role involves preparing reports, representing the agency at hearings, and collaborating with various city departments. The position offers an opportunity to impact city operations and contribute to public service initiatives. Join a team committed to equity and sustainability while ensuring legal compliance and effective governance in New York City.

Benefits

Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility

Diversity and inclusion commitment

Work in service of all city agencies

Qualifications

• Must be a member of the NY State Bar in good standing.
• One year of satisfactory U.S. legal experience after bar admission.

Responsibilities

• Prepare reports to the City Civil Service Commission regarding candidate disqualifications.
• Collaborate with the NYC Law Department on litigation related to personnel law.

Skills

Legal Research

Report Writing

Civil Service Law

Litigation Defense

Education

Admission to the New York State Bar

Job description

NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development provided pay range

This range is provided by NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$93,596.00/yr - $107,635.00/yr

DCAS's mission is to make city government work for all New Yorkers. From managing New York City’s most iconic courthouses and municipal buildings, to purchasing over $1 billion annually in goods and services for more than 80 City agencies, what we do ensures that all agencies can deliver on their mission. Our reach touches every facet of city government and is instrumental to the successful day-to-day operations of the City of New York.

Our Commitment To Equity, Effectiveness, And Sustainability Guides Our Work Providing City Agencies With The Critical Resources And Support Needed To Succeed, Including:

• Recruiting, hiring, and training City employees.
• Managing 55 public buildings.
• Acquiring, selling, and leasing City property.
• Purchasing over $1 billion in goods and services for City agencies.
• Overseeing the greenest municipal vehicle fleet in the country.
• Leading the City's efforts to reduce carbon emissions from government operations.

When you work at DCAS, you're not just working for one agency, but in service of them all. It's an opportunity to provide impactful support, quality customer service, and help protect the future of New York City for generations to come. Visit our website at nyc.gov/dcas to learn more about the work we do.

Position Overview

The Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) seeks to hire an Agency Attorney Level 2 to work in the Office of the General Counsel, focusing on personnel and civil service law. Under supervision and with some independence, the candidate will prepare reports to the City Civil Service Commission (CCSC) regarding the legal basis for disqualification of candidates and will represent the agency at hearings before the CCSC.

The candidate will also collaborate with the Citywide Human Capital Line of Service in drafting and reviewing legal notices for civil service examinations, work with the NYC Law Department in defending litigation related to personnel and civil service law, and provide legal counsel on related issues.

Minimum Qualifications

• Admission to the New York State Bar.
• One year of satisfactory U.S. legal experience after bar admission, or six months of service as an Agency Attorney Intern.

Incumbents must remain members of the NY State Bar in good standing during employment.

Experience Requirements for Level Advancement

To be assigned to Level II, candidates need one year of experience at Level I or two years of comparable legal experience after admission. For Level III, two years at Levels I/II or three years of similar legal experience are required.

Additional Benefits and Information

• Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness programs.
• NYC residency is not required.
• We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.