New York, New York, United States · On-site
$90k–$97k/yr
Job Description The Public Advocate, an independently elected public official, serves as a direct link between city government and residents, acting as a “watchdog” for New Yorkers. The Public Advocate is a non-voting me…
Skills: Litigation Support, Legal Research, Administrative Law, FOIL Management, Policy Analysis
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$60k–$70k/yr
Job Description The Public Advocate, an independently elected public official, serves as a direct link between city government and residents, acting as a “watchdog” for New Yorkers. The Public Advocate is a non-voting me…
Skills: Community Engagement, Policy Research, Stakeholder Relations, Rapid Response Coordination, Analytical Skills
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$100k–$121k/yr
Job Description THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL BE OFFERED A SALARY OF $100,050.00. THIS POSITION IS ONLY OPEN TO CANDIDATES WHO ARE PERMANENT (NOT PROVISIONAL) IN THE CIVIL SERVICE TITLE OF CHILD PROTECTIVE SPECIALIST SUPER…
Skills: Child Welfare Practice, Training Facilitation, Coaching, Curriculum Implementation, Administrative Support
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$64k–$117k/yr
Job Description - Seasoned analytical experience in the utility and energy sector, with deep expertise in utility modeling and forecasting. - Strong understanding of the utility market, including energy and commodity opt…
Skills: Utility Modeling, Forecasting, Energy Market Analysis, Enterprise Architecture, Technical Documentation
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
Job Description The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene’s Division of Environmental Health works to prevent and control illness and injury related to environmental and occupational health risks through …
Skills: Technical Skills, Scientific Skills, Effective Communication, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$63k–$85k/yr
Job Description *ONLY THOSE WHO ARE PERMANENT IN THE STAFF ANALYST CIVIL SERVICE TITLE WILL BE CONSIDERED* The mission of the New York City Police Department is to enhance the quality of life in New York City by working …
Skills: Capital Budgeting, Financial Forecasting, Budget Administration, Financial Reporting, Excel
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
$59k–$68k/yr
Job Description ONLY PERMANENT EMPLOYEES IN THE TITLE AND THOSE THAT ARE REACHABLE ON THE ASSOCIATE INVESTIGATOR CIVIL SERVICE LIST ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY. Division/Program Summary: The Bureau of Childcare ensures that ch…
Skills: Investigation, Surveillance, Interviewing, Case Building, Regulatory Compliance
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
$59k–$68k/yr
Job Description ONLY PERMANENT EMPLOYEES IN THE TITLE AND THOSE THAT ARE REACHABLE ON THE ASSOCIATE INVESTIGATOR CIVIL SERVICE LIST ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY. Division/Program Summary: The Bureau of Childcare ensures that ch…
Skills: Investigation, Surveillance, Interviewing, Case Building, Regulatory Compliance
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$79k–$114k/yr
Job Description PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE ONLY SEEKING INTERNAL CITY EMPLOYEES FOR THIS POSITION. The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) enriches the environment and protects public health for all New Yorkers…
Skills: Project Management, Critical Thinking, Data Analysis, Oral Communication, Written Communication
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$79k–$114k/yr
Job Description PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE ONLY SEEKING INTERNAL CITY EMPLOYEES FOR THIS POSITION. The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) enriches the environment and protects public health for all New Yorkers…
Skills: Project Management, Critical Thinking, Data Analysis, Oral Communication, Written Communication
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$79k–$114k/yr
Job Description PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE ONLY SEEKING INTERNAL CITY EMPLOYEES FOR THIS POSITION. The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) enriches the environment and protects public health for all New Yorkers…
Skills: Project Management, Civil Engineering, Data Analysis, Oral Communication, Written Communication
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$79k–$125k/yr
Job Description The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) enriches the environment and protects public health for all New Yorkers by providing 1.1 billion gallons of high-quality drinking water, managing waste…
Skills: Project Management, Chemical Engineering, Data Analysis, Oral and Written Communication, Codes and Standards
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$79k–$114k/yr
Job Description PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE ONLY SEEKING INTERNAL CITY EMPLOYEES FOR THIS POSITION. The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) enriches the environment and protects public health for all New Yorkers…
Skills: Project Management, Critical Thinking, Data Analysis, Oral Communication, Written Communication
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$70k–$105k/yr
Job Description THE SELECTED CANDIDATE WILL BE OFFERED A SALARY BETWEEN $69,950.00 - $74,147.00 SELECTED CANDIDATES MUST HAVE FILED FOR, TAKEN, AND PASSED THE EXAM FOR THE CIVIL SERVICE TITLE ASSOCIATE CONTRACT SPECIALIS…
Skills: Contract Management, Fiscal Management, Program Evaluation, Project Management, Data Collection
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
Job Description The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene’s Division of Environmental Health works to prevent and control illness and injury related to environmental and occupational health risks through …
Skills: Technical Skills, Scientific Skills, Effective Communication, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
Job Description The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene’s Division of Environmental Health works to prevent and control illness and injury related to environmental and occupational health risks through …
Skills: Technical Skills, Scientific Skills, Effective Communication, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
Job Description The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene’s Division of Environmental Health works to prevent and control illness and injury related to environmental and occupational health risks through …
Skills: Technical Skills, Scientific Skills, Effective Communication, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
Job Description The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene’s Division of Environmental Health works to prevent and control illness and injury related to environmental and occupational health risks through …
Skills: Technical Skills, Scientific Skills, Effective Communication, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
Job Description The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene’s Division of Environmental Health works to prevent and control illness and injury related to environmental and occupational health risks through …
Skills: Technical Skills, Scientific Skills, Effective Communication, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
Job Description The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene’s Division of Environmental Health works to prevent and control illness and injury related to environmental and occupational health risks through …
Skills: Technical Skills, Scientific Skills, Effective Communication, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
New York, New York, United States • On-site
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Provide litigation and general legal support to the General Counsel, including researching laws and responding to legal inquiries. Manage Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) requests and collaborate with partners on policy matters affecting NYC residents.
Must be admitted to the New York State bar in good standing. Preferred candidates have 3-5+ years of legal experience, knowledge of NYC government structure, and experience in immigration law.
The Public Advocate, an independently elected public official, serves as a direct link between city government and residents, acting as a “watchdog” for New Yorkers. The Public Advocate is a non-voting member of the New York City Council, an ex officio member of all Council committees and introduces and co-sponsors legislation. The Public Advocate serves on various City committees and appoints members to several boards and commissions. The Office of the New York City Public Advocate reviews and investigates residents’ complaints about City services and administrative actions, assists people having difficulty receiving City services, assesses whether City agencies are responsive to the public, and recommends legislative or policy proposals to address identified service deficiencies.
The Office of the New York City Public Advocate is seeking to fill an Associate General Counsel position in its Office of the General Counsel. Applicants must be admitted to the New York State bar.
Principal Duties:
-Providing litigation and general legal support to the Deputy and General Counsel;
-Researching and interpreting laws, statutes, rules, regulations;
-Responding to legal inquiries from staff on New York City local and administrative law;
-Assisting with administrative proceedings;
-Researching and monitoring a wide variety of legal issues relating to Federal, New York State and New York City legal and legislative matters that seek to address critical issues impacting NYC residents;
-Consulting and collaborating with internal and external partners, including advocates, experts, government officials, and others on legal and policy matters relating to - education and opportunity, employment, healthy equity, housing equity, immigration, infrastructure and environmental justice, and justice and public safety;
-Serving as Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) Officer, which includes managing and responding to FOIL requests;
-Handling other matters in the General Counsel’s Office as may be assigned
Preferred Qualifications:
-3 - 5+ years of legal experience.
-Demonstrated commitment to public service and to the mission and vision of the Public Advocate.
-Excellent research, organizational, analytical, written and verbal communication skills.
-Strong knowledge about New York City government structure and its agencies and NYS/NYC state/local government matters. Familiarity with the New York City Charter, Administrative Code and Rules of New York City.
-Ability to rapidly prioritize as well as execute while demonstrating good judgment in confidential and complex matters.
-Experience working with diverse communities.
-Reliable, conscientious and a team player.
-Ability to establish effective working relationships.
-Prior experience in Immigration law is preferred for this position.
-Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency is a plus.
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-Admitted to the New York State Bar and in good standing.
-Incumbents must remain Members of the New York State Bar in good standing for the duration of this employment.
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.
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The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA), the largest public housing authority in North America, was created in 1934 to provide decent, affordable housing for low- and moderate-income New Yorkers. NYCHA is home to 1 in 16 New Yorkers, providing affordable housing to 511,384 authorized residents through public housing and Permanent Affordability Commitment Together (PACT) programs as well as Section 8 housing. NYCHA has 177,565 apartments in 2,410 buildings across 335 conventional public housing and PACT developments. In addition, NYCHA connects residents to critical programs and services from external and internal partners, with a focus on economic opportunity, youth, seniors, and social services. With a housing stock that spans all five boroughs, NYCHA is a city within a city.
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