Senior Attorney Investigator - EEO & Fair Housing (Remote)

City of New York; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NYC Housing Authority (NYCHA) seeks a qualified attorney to join EFAS as part of the EEO and Fair Housing Investigative Unit. The Senior Attorney Investigator will handle intake, investigations, and reporting on discrimination and harassment complaints, coordinating with HR and line managers.

The role requires NYS Bar admission and relevant US legal experience, with preferred background in EEO investigations. Occasional remote work is available, with duties located at NYCHA facilities.

Qualifications

• Admission to the New York State Bar is required.
• One year of US legal experience after admission or six months as Agency Attorney Interne.
• Experience conducting EEO investigations is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive and intake employee and resident complaints of discrimination or harassment.
• Assess complaints and determine appropriate actions.
• Conduct internal investigations including interviews at the central office.
• Draft investigative findings reports and supporting documentation.
• Research cases, EEO practices, and relevant regulations.
• Maintain organized files in a case management system.
• Provide guidance to staff and coordinate with HR on disciplinary matters.

Skills

EEO investigations

Legal research

Interviewing

Job description

NYC Housing Authority (NYCHA) seeks a qualified attorney to join EFAS as part of the EEO and Fair Housing Investigative Unit. The Senior Attorney Investigator will handle intake, investigations, and reporting on discrimination and harassment complaints, coordinating with HR and line managers.

The role requires NYS Bar admission and relevant US legal experience, with preferred background in EEO investigations. Occasional remote work is available, with duties located at NYCHA facilities.