Equal Opportunity Complaint Attorney

NYC Public Schools; New York (NY); Sur place; USD 111 000 - 122 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Department of Education of the City of New York is seeking an Agency Attorney to supervise and review confidential investigations related to discrimination and harassment under EEO laws and the NYC Non-Discrimination Policy.

Under the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity Management, the role involves drafting legal briefs, training investigators, maintaining caseloads, and liaising with law departments and other agencies. Travel to boroughs may be required.

Qualifications

• Admission to the New York State Bar.
• One year of United States legal experience after admission.
• Six months of experience as an Agency Attorney Intern (30086).
• Selected candidates must remain members of the New York State Bar in good standing for the duration of their employment.

Responsabilités

• Review investigative reports to ensure all allegations are addressed and witnesses interviewed.
• Review investigative files for proper documentation per policy.
• Provide feedback to investigative staff.
• Conduct comprehensive searches of the OEO database.
• Liaise with internal and external entities requesting OEO information.
• Draft complex rules or regulations including amendments to policy.
• Maintain investigative caseload, including high-profile cases.
• Train and supervise investigators.

Connaissances

NY Bar admission

US legal experience

Agency Attorney Intern

Description du poste

The Department of Education of the City of New York is seeking an Agency Attorney to supervise and review confidential investigations related to discrimination and harassment under EEO laws and the NYC Non-Discrimination Policy.

Under the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity Management, the role involves drafting legal briefs, training investigators, maintaining caseloads, and liaising with law departments and other agencies. Travel to boroughs may be required.