Public Health Policy Attorney (Grant‑Funded)

Public Health Solutions, Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & Holidays

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

Job summary

Public Health Solutions, Inc. is seeking an Attorney for the NYC Health Department grant-funded Office of General Counsel. The role supports legal research, policy analysis, and regulatory compliance within a high-demand public health setting in Long Island City, NY.

The position requires a JD and NY State Bar admission, with strong legal writing and advocacy skills. This grant-funded role offers a hybrid work schedule, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to influence public health policy.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree and at least one to two years of full-time, relevant legal experience subsequent to admission to any state bar.
• Incumbents must remain Members of the New York State Bar in good standing for the duration of this employment.
• Previous experience working in fields related to litigation or transactional law is preferred.
• The ideal candidate for this position must be a pro-active and self-motivated individual with the ability to work in teams and in a highly dynamic environment with multiple stakeholders and timelines.

Responsibilities

• Policy Research and Analysis: Conduct legal research and utilize evidence-based data to draft written analyses as needed in support of the design and implementation of effective policies and programs, often on a time-sensitive basis.
• Legal Evaluation and Guidance: Identify and evaluate legal data sources and laws relevant to public health and translate findings into policy recommendations, reports, and strategic planning guidance in response to inquiries received on law and public health and/or administrative policies.
• Legislative Tracking: Monitor federal, state, or local legislation and regulations impacting public health and the workforce. Draft amendments to the NYC Health Code and Commissioner of Health regulations to advance public health priorities.
• Legal Consultation: Provide legal analysis and specialized legal advice to address concerns including but not limited to enforcement of NYC Health Code, FOIL requests, privacy issues, and environmental health.
• Agency Adjudications: When required, attend court hearings or appear at OATH to prosecute show cause matters on behalfof DOH.
• Regulatory Compliance: Research and interpret statutes, regulations, and agency guidance to ensure the accurate maintenance of sensitive and confidential information.
• Collaborate with transdisciplinary teams: Demonstrate the ability to be an effective team player by establishing positive working relationships with co-workers, peers, and other policymakers, public health practitioners, and programs across the agency.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Regulatory law

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

CLEAR

Job description

Public Health Solutions, Inc. is seeking an Attorney for the NYC Health Department grant-funded Office of General Counsel. The role supports legal research, policy analysis, and regulatory compliance within a high-demand public health setting in Long Island City, NY.

The position requires a JD and NY State Bar admission, with strong legal writing and advocacy skills. This grant-funded role offers a hybrid work schedule, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities to influence public health policy.