Senior Administrative Trials Attorney (Level 3)

New York City Department of Education; New York (NY); On-site; USD 107,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

New York City Department of Education seeks an Administrative Trials Attorney (Level 3) in Manhattan to serve as the legal representative of the Chancellor in disciplinary proceedings. Under the Director of the Administrative Trials Unit, you will handle complex matters, coordinate evidence gathering, and advise on trial strategy.

You must be admitted to the NYS Bar with 3 years of U.S. legal experience, and be prepared to work with Superintendents and Principals.

Qualifications

• Admission to the New York State Bar and three (3) years of progressively responsible United States legal experience subsequent to admission to any state bar.
• Selected candidates must remain members of the New York State Bar in good standing for the duration of their employment.
• Minimum three (3) years of litigation experience.
• Ability to rapidly understand provisions of applicable law and regulations.
• Ability to write clearly and concisely.
• Ability to conduct legal research efficiently.
• Excellent research, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Handles legal issues and cases including recommendations concerning the soundness of charges, preparing specification of charges, coordinating the gathering of evidence, briefing witnesses, motion practice, and related trial work.
• Responsible for legal cases that are complex and high profile in nature.
• Represents the Department at employee disciplinary proceedings pursuant to Education Law 3020-a and Civil Service Law § 75.
• Provides legal counsel and training to Superintendents and Principals on disciplinary procedures.
• Acts as liaison with executives within the agency and with other City agencies.

Skills

Excellent research, analytical, and

Education

Admission to the New York State Bar and three years of legal experience

Job description

New York City Department of Education seeks an Administrative Trials Attorney (Level 3) in Manhattan to serve as the legal representative of the Chancellor in disciplinary proceedings. Under the Director of the Administrative Trials Unit, you will handle complex matters, coordinate evidence gathering, and advise on trial strategy.

You must be admitted to the NYS Bar with 3 years of U.S. legal experience, and be prepared to work with Superintendents and Principals.