Intergovernmental Affairs Director & Special Counsel

New York City Department of Investigation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York City Department of Investigation (DOI) seeks an Examining Attorney (Managerial) to lead intergovernmental and legislative affairs and to coordinate outreach with city officials in partnership with DOI Inspectors General and city agencies.

Based in the General Counsel's Office, the role includes providing legal and policy advice to executive leadership and staff, supervising special projects, and ensuring high ethical and professional standards during the background process and

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited law school with NYS Bar admission.
• At least five years of legal experience.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Highest professional and ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead intergovernmental and legislative affairs for the DOI in coordination with city agencies.
• Provide legal and policy advice to the General Counsel's Office and executive leadership.
• Supervise special projects and manage outreach in partnership with Inspectors General and other entities.

Skills

NY Bar admission

Legal experience

Communication skills

Ethical standards

Intergovernmental affairs

Legislative drafting

Administrative law

City government law

Relationship management

Judgment/decision making

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

The New York City Department of Investigation (DOI) seeks an Examining Attorney (Managerial) to lead intergovernmental and legislative affairs and to coordinate outreach with city officials in partnership with DOI Inspectors General and city agencies.

Based in the General Counsel's Office, the role includes providing legal and policy advice to executive leadership and staff, supervising special projects, and ensuring high ethical and professional standards during the background process and