Suspension Hearing Officer, OSPP

New York City Department of Education; New York (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The New York City Department of Education seeks a Suspension Hearing Officer, OSPP, to preside at and oversee student suspension hearings for students with disabilities or in general education programs. Reporting to the Supervising Attorney, the officer will conduct hearings, advise families, and issue findings of fact and decisions in a timely manner.

This full-time role requires independent judgment, familiarity with Chancellor’s Regulations, and coordination of hearings across NYC, with

Qualifications

• Admitted to NYS Bar.
• One year of legal experience after admission to any state bar.
• Six months of service as Agency Attorney Intern (30086) or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Preside over student suspension hearings and related proceedings, including hearings with students with disabilities or in general education.
• Conduct pre-hearing conferences at locations across NYC's five boroughs.
• Advise students and parents on due process rights and hearing procedures.
• Communicate suspension-related issues with parents/guardians.
• Prepare findings of fact and recommend disciplinary measures, ensuring compliance with Chancellor’s Regulations A-443 and timelines.
• Exercise independent judgment to render fair, impartial decisions for NYCPS.

Skills

Oral advocacy

Legal research

Written communication

Public policy understanding

Interpersonal communication

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Suspension Hearing Officer, OSPP - 27206

Level: L2

Division/Office: Office of Safety and Prevention Partnerships

Borough: Brooklyn

Posting End Date: 10/05/2026

Description

Position Summary: Reporting to the Supervising Attorney, the Suspension Hearing Officer will preside at and oversee student suspensions hearings for students with disabilities or in general education programs. Performs related work.

Reports to: Supervising Attorney

Direct Reports: N/A

Key Relationships: Communicates with private and public legal and advocacy personnel, including individual attorneys/advocates representing suspended students. Communicates with parents/guardians regarding suspension related issues.

Responsibilities

• Conducts administrative due process hearings at student suspension hearings and other administrative proceedings of superintendent suspension cases, administers oaths, hears testimony on the charge(s) brought against students, examines witnesses and tests the credibility of their testimony, examines documentary and other physical evidence, applies the rules of evidence, and renders decisions on evidentiary procedural objections raised during the proceedings.
• Conducts pre-hearing conferences at designated hearing locations throughout the five boroughs of New York City, as assigned.
• Advises students and parents regarding their due process rights; explains hearing procedures, no-contest plea options, and the formal hearing process.
• Communicates with parents/guardians regarding suspension related issues.
• Prepares findings of fact and recommends appropriate measures of discipline; writes decision letters for review and approval by the Supervising attorney ensuring compliance with the Chancellor’s Regulations A-443 and all applicable timelines and procedural requirements.
• Exercises independent judgement in rendering fair, impartial and equitable decisions on behalf of New York City Public Schools (NYCPS).

Qualification Requirements

Minimum

• Admission to the New York State Bar; and either 2 or 3 below.
• One year of satisfactory United States legal experience subsequent to admission to any state bar; or
• Six months of satisfactory service as an Agency Attorney Intern (30086).

Note: In addition to meeting the minimum Qualification Requirements:

To be assigned to AL II, candidates must have one year of experience at Assignment Level I or two years

of comparable legal experience subsequent to admission to the bar, in the areas of law related to the assignment.

Note: Selected candidates must remain members of the New York State Bar in good standing for the duration of their employment.

Plus

In addition to meeting the minimum requirements, individuals must have two additional years of relevant work experience.

Preferred

• Hearings are conducted in person, so this position is full-time in the office when schools are in session. The opportunity to work a hybrid schedule is limited to school holiday breaks and summer.
• Ability to write clearly and concisely.
• Ability to rapidly understand provisions of applicable law and regulations.
• Excellent research, analytical and communications skills.
• Familiarity with NYCPS Chancellor’s Regulations pertaining to student discipline.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 Applications.

(Internal candidates who are selected for this position and who currently hold comparable or less senior positions within the DOE will not earn less than their current salary.)

NOTE: The filling of all positions is subject to budget availability and/or grant funding.

*NewYorkCityResidencyis NOT Required *

We encourage all applicants from theNewYorkCitytri-state area to apply.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

DOE Non- Discrimination Policy

The Department of Education of the City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's actual or perceived sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or pregnancy. For more information, please refer to the DOE Non-Discrimination Policy .

REQUESTING AN ACCOMMODATION - APPLICANTS

Any prospective employee (applicant) who is a qualified individual with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation to assist in the application process. If an applicant for employment believes that they have a qualifying disability and are in need of a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application process on an equal basis as applicants who do not have a disability, they should request an accommodation with their interview team or contact ODA by emailing [e-mail] . The determination of the accommodation request will be communicated to the applicant in writing.

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As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/ .