Executive Agency Counsel

Peggy Browning Fund; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 123,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Job summary

DCWP seeks an experienced litigator to supervise worker protection litigation. The role involves leading litigation under OLPS laws and supervising four staff attorneys handling litigation. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated, skilled writer with collaborative leadership and a commitment to social justice.

Salary is $136,500 with potential remote work up to two days per week; hours are 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM, located at 42 Broadway, New York, NY. Applicants should submit a resume and cover letter.

Qualifications

• Admission to the New York State Bar and four years of recent full-time legal experience after admission, including at least 18 months supervising other attorneys.
• Incumbents must remain members of the NYS Bar during employment.
• Experience in employment or class action litigation is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead litigation under OLPS laws and supervise four staff attorneys.
• supervise and mentor junior attorneys and maintain high-quality legal work.
• Collaborate with software engineers and data analytics professionals as needed.

Skills

Litigation experience

Employment/class action experience

Supervision/management

Collaboration with engineers

Analytical skills

Multilingual ability

Education

New York State Bar admission

Administrative/managerial experience in legal work

Job description

Department of Consumer and Worker Protection
New York

Civil Service Title: Executive Agency Counsel Level: M4

Title Code No: 95005 Salary: $136,500.00

Office Title: Supervising Enforcement Counsel Work location: 42 Broadway, New York, NY

Division/Work Unit: OLPS Number of Positions: 1

Job ID: 801080 Hours/Shift: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

**This position may be eligible for remote work for up to 2 days per week, pursuant to the Flexible WorkPilot Program. **

The NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) protects and enhances the daily economic lives of New Yorkers to create thriving communities. DCWP licenses nearly 45,000 businesses in more than 40 industries and enforces key consumer protection and workplace laws that apply to countless more. By supporting businesses through equitable enforcement and access to resources, DCWP protects the marketplace from predatory practices and strives to create a culture of compliance. DCWP empowers consumers and working families by providing the tools and resources they need to achieve financial health and work-life balance. DCWP also conducts research and advocates for public policy that furthers its work to support New York City’s communities. For more information about DCWP and its work, call 311 or visit DCWP at NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP), sign up for its newsletter, or follow on its social media sites, X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

Founded in 2014, the Office of Labor Policy & Standards (\"OLPS\") enforces the City’s worker protection laws, including the Protected Time Off Law, Fair Workweek scheduling laws that protect fast food and retail workers, and Delivery Worker Laws that protect delivery workers classified as independent contractors. OLPS settles and litigates dozens of large cases a year on behalf of classes of workers who have experienced violations of pay or scheduling rights. We have recovered over $120 million for workers through enforcement and raised pay by over $1 billion via the minimum pay rate for delivery workers classified as independent contractors. We also administer the Freelance Isn’t Free Act (FIFA) program, which assists freelance workers who have experienced wage theft and other violations, and we bring pattern and practice litigation on behalf of freelancers against repeat violators. Under all laws we enforce, OLPS obtains monetary compensation for workers for violations and brings companies into compliance. Working closely with outside stakeholders, OLPS also advocates for new laws, performs research and data analysis to make policy recommendations, and conducts outreach and education to workers, employers, and the general public. Under Mayor Mamdani, DCWP’s worker protection enforcement staff is rapidly expanding from a staff of 45 to 75 in 2026, with further expansion planned in future years. More information about our office is available at nyc.gov/workers.

OLPS is seeking an experienced litigator to supervise worker protection litigation. The role will involve leading litigation under all OLPS laws and supervising 4 staff attorneys handling litigation. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated, experienced litigator with excellent writing and editing skills who enjoys creative legal work, a fast-paced environment, and collaborative leadership, and is committed to supporting and developing early-career attorneys. Salary is dependent on supervisory responsibility and years of experience.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Admission to the New York State Bar; and four years of recent full-time responsible, relevant, satisfactory legal experience subsequent to admission to any bar, eighteen months of which must have been in the supervision of other attorneys, in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity, or performing highly complex and significant legal work.

Incumbents must remain Members of the New York State Bar in good standing for the duration of this employment.

Preferred Skills

• At least 6 years of litigation experience – fact development, drafting pleadings, discovery, dispositive motion practice, and trials
• Experience with employment litigation or class action litigation
• Supervision and management experience
• Experience working with software engineers or data analytics professionals
• Commitment to social justice and interest in addressing the challenges faced by low-wage workers
• The ability to establish rapport and interact effectively and respectfully with multi-functional teams comprised of attorney and non-attorney staff
• The ability to problem-solve creatively
• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and analytical skills
• The ability to effectively manage multiple priorities with competing deadlines
• Fluency in a language other than English

A resume and cover letter are required as part of the application.

Reasonable Accommodations

DCWP is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to ensure that individuals with disabilities have equal access to employment opportunities. If you need an accommodation to participate in the interview process, please contact us at [e-mail].

Please note the following important application instructions:

• No phone calls, faxes, emails, or in-person inquiries will be accepted.
• Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. If you do not receive communication from us, please consider your application as not being selected for this position.
• Drug Screening: Please be aware that a drug screening may be required prior to appointment. Candidates will be notified if this is necessary as part of the pre-employment process.

Appointments are subject to Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval.

For any questions or concerns regarding your application, please email the recruitment team at [e-mail].

Additional Information

In addition, the NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) offers competitive salaries and the following benefits:

Paid Time Off and Holidays

• Paid time off for vacation and personal leave
• Paid time off for sick leave
• A generous holiday package of up to 13 days

Health Benefits

• Medical insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Financial and Savings Benefits

• 529 College Savings Plan
• Direct Deposit
• Flexible Spending Account Programs
• New York City Municipal Credit Union Savings Program
• Transit Benefit Programs

Retirement and Pension Plans

• New York City Employee Retirement System (NYCERS) pension plan
• New York City Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP) 401(k) and 457 plan

Additional Benefits for Union Members

• Disability Insurance
• Health Club Reimbursements
• Life Insurance
• Supplemental Hospital Coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement

*Please note only employees represented by a labor union may qualify for additional benefits provided by the union welfare fund.

Student Loan Forgiveness

• DCWP qualifies as a public service employer, which means our employees may be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
• If you have federal student loans, you may be able to have your loans forgiven by working full-time in public service. To learn more about PSLF and its eligibility requirements, visit the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program website.

Employee Discounts

• Apple and Dell products
• Cell phones and plans
• Gym memberships
• Special pricing on event tickets through Barclay Center, Plum Benefits and Working Advantage
• And more!

JVN: 801080

DCWP and the City of New York is an equal employment opportunity employer