Agency Attorney, II

Job Description

The mission of the New York City Police Department is to enhance the quality of life in New York City by working in partnership with the community to enforce the law, preserve peace, protect the people, reduce fear, and maintain order. The NYPD strives to foster a safe and fair city by incorporating Neighborhood Policing into all facets of Department operations, and solve the problems that create crime and disorder through an interdependent relationship between the people and its police, and by pioneering strategic innovation. The Office of the First Deputy Commissioner oversees critical administrative and operational functions in accordance with the Department's mission. The Office of the First Deputy Commissioner ensures coordination between bureaus and supports the implementation of departmental initiatives, policies, and reforms. The Discipline Unit within the Office of the First Deputy Commissioner is responsible for managing and overseeing the internal disciplinary process within the NYPD. The Discipline Unit conducts thorough reviews of misconduct allegations, coordinates disciplinary proceedings and maintains accurate records of disciplinary actions. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following :

• Reviewing, analyzing, and tracking cases of alleged misconduct.
• Collaborate with the Legal Bureau, Internal Affairs Bureau, Department Advocate and Professional Standards Division.
• Preparing and presenting cases to the Office of the First Deputy Commissioner executive staff.
• Providing legal guidance on disciplinary matters.

Work Location 1 Police Plaza, New York, N.Y. 10038

Hours / Shift 0900 1700

To Apply Please visit https : / / cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID #717636

All Applicants must submit a Resume and Cover Letter. Applicant's time and leave records, performance evaluations will be taken into consideration. In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire. The City of New York offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance for the employee and his or her spouse or domestic partner and unemancipated children under age 26, union benefits such as dental and vision coverage, paid annual leave and sick leave, paid holidays, a pension, and optional savings and pre-tax programs such as Deferred Compensation, IRA, and a flexible spending account.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Admission to the New York State Bar; and either "2" or "3" below.

2. One year of satisfactory United States legal experience subsequent to admission to any state bar; or

3. Six months of satisfactory service as an Agency Attorney Interne (30086). Incumbents must remain Members of the New York State Bar in good standing for the duration of this employment.

In addition to meeting the minimum Qualification Requirements : To be assigned to Assignment Level (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. To be assigned to AL III candidates must have two years of experience in Assignment Levels I and / or II or three years of comparable legal experience subsequent to admission to the bar, in the areas of law related to the assignment.

Preferred Skills

Knowledge of Criminal Law and Constitutional Law. Legal drafting and writing. Effectively summarize, prepare and present complex legal cases. Former prosecution experience preferred.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

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 / .

Residency Requirement

New York City Residency is not required for this position.

Additional Information

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 based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.