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Skills: Clerical Skills, Computer Skills, Phone Etiquette, Customer Service, Verbal Communication
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
$47k–$53k/yr
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Skills: Telephone Communication, Computer Skills, Writing Skills, Organizational Skills, Typing
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
$47k–$50k/yr
Job Description The Division of Family and Child Health (DFCH) of the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is charged with the creation and oversight of programs, policies, services, and environments tha…
Skills: Clerical Skills, Computer Skills, Phone Etiquette, Customer Service, Verbal Communication
New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
$47k–$53k/yr
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$62k–$80k/yr
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New York, New York, United States · On-site
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New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
$47k–$53k/yr
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Skills: Data Entry, Document Management, Report Creation, Keyboarding, Clerical Support
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$47k–$54k/yr
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$56k–$82k/yr
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$77k–$106k/yr
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New York, New York, United States · Hybrid
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New York, New York, United States · On-site
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Skills: Staff Supervision, Scheduling, Training, Fire Safety Coordination, Security Oversight
New York, New York, United States · On-site
$70k–$98k/yr
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Skills: Staff Supervision, Facility Management, Scheduling, Fire Safety Coordination, Case Management
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Represent the Department of Social Services in NYS Fair Hearings and court proceedings to discontinue temporary housing assistance. Provide legal counsel, perform legal research, and draft motions and pleadings related to social services law.
Must have graduated from an accredited United States law school or be admitted to the New York State Bar. Ability to travel within New York City boroughs is required.
The Department of Social Services' Office of Legal Affairs provides legal guidance, litigation support, and direct representation in state and federal courts and administrative agencies to the Department of Social Services and all DSS program areas to ensure the delivery of social services consistent with federal, state and local laws and regulations.
The Attorney Interne will work towards defending the agency in cases enforcing client responsibility and discontinuing temporary housing assistance.
The Office of the General Counsel / Office of Legal Affairs is recruiting for one (1) Agency Attorney Interne, in the Homeless Litigation and Program Counseling Unit (HLPCU) to function as Attorney Interne, who will:
- Represent the interests of the Commissioner of the Department of Social Services/Department of Homeless Services in NYS Fair Hearings and NYS Court proceedings to discontinue temporary housing assistance for clients that failed to comply with statutory public assistance requirements, Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance and Department of Homeless Services policies and procedures.
- Provide legal counsel and review with regard to negotiated settlements, monitor compliance with administrative and court decisions.
- Perform legal research on social services and administrative law subject matter and drafting standard Fair Hearing responses, Article 78 motions and responsive pleadings.
- Draft legal documents and provide legal assistance to DHS by researching applicable statutes, case law or other material to resolve legal questions/problems, interpret the intent and legal ramifications of laws, rules/regulations related to the delivery of social services.
- Maintain case files and update notes into Office of Legal Affairs case management system records on case status.
- Review and prepare witnesses, evidence and opine on matters of legal strategy.
- Must travel and may be re-assigned to other boroughs within New York City, as needed.
Hours/Shift: Monday through Friday 9am – 5 pm with flex
AGENCY ATTORNEY INTERNE - 30086
Graduation from an accredited United States law school as defined in the Rules of the New York Court of Appeals (Sections 520.3 or 520.5) or admission to the New York State Bar.
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.
NYCHA is the largest & oldest public housing authority in North America. 🏫🗽🏢 Account not monitored 24/7.
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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