775493- Associate General Counsel and Records Access Officer

City of New York
DEPARTMENT OF INVESTIGATION
Job Vacancy NoticeCivil Service Title: Examining Attorney (Managerial)Level: M2Title Code No: 3011ASalary: $75,443.00 – $120,000.00Office Title: Associate General Counsel and Records Access OfficerWork location: 180 Maiden LaneDivision/Work Unit: General CounselNumber of Positions: 1Job Description The New York City Department of Investigation (“DOI”) is one of the oldest law enforcement agencies in the country; its mission is to combat municipal corruption. DOI serves the people of New York City by acting as an independent and nonpartisan watchdog for New York City government, City agencies, and City employees, vendors with City contracts, individuals and entities that receive City funds.
DOI’s General Counsel unit provides legal services and guidance to executive staff and to DOI’s investigative squads, supporting and strengthening the agency’s legal foundation and mission through legal analysis, research and writing, and advice in connection with DOI’s investigative and operational functions.The General Counsel Unit seeks a dynamic and thoughtful attorney to serve as Associate General Counsel and Records Access Officer. This position will report to DOI’s General Counsel, and work with the General Counsel Unit and agency attorneys.
One of the Associate General Counsel’s primary responsibilities will be to serve as the agency’s FOIL/Records Access Officer, which will involve interacting with requestors, maintaining logs of requests, coordinating the collection of potentially responsive records, reviewing for disclosure or exemption from disclosure, drafting dispositions, coordinating with outside agencies and the Law Department as necessary, and maintaining current research and information on case law regarding the Freedom of Information Law.Additional responsibilities may include assisting with other aspects of the General Counsel Unit’s work, including responding to subpoena and litigation requests; responding to information requests from prosecutors; supporting agency investigations; conducting legal research, drafting legal memos, and writing/editing investigative reports; interacting with City agencies with respect to DOI legal matters; supporting agency procurement and contracting; and managing additional special projects.If selected, the candidate will be fingerprinted and undergo a background investigation. In addition, for positions that have a law enforcement and/or investigative function, the candidate’s consumer credit history will be reviewed during the background investigation, and as otherwise permitted by NYC Administrative Code § 8-107(24)(b)(2)(A).Qualification Requirements1. Graduate from an accredited law school and New York State Bar admission. 2. At least one year of relevant legal experience. 3. Strong written and oral communication skills. 4. Highest professional and ethical standards.Preferred Skills•Three or more years of legal experience at a government agency, private law firm, or similar organization involving relevant work related to the responsibilities of the position.
• Excellent legal research, analytical, and writing skills.
• Previous experience responding to Freedom of Information Law requests or other document requests.
• Previous experience conducting investigations, interviewing witnesses, and drafting reports is a plus.
• Previous experience with the functions of an in-house legal department is a plus, including but not limited to litigation, employment law, contracts, and other pertinent areas.
• Takes initiative, proactively identifies or raises issues, and can effectively work both independently and in collaboration with teams as needed.
• Ability to clearly communicate complex legal concepts to both other attorneys and non-lawyers, and to represent the agency in communications with prosecutors, investigative agencies, City government officials, journalists, and members of the public.Additional InformationAs 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/To ApplyAll applicants, including current City Employees may apply by going to https://a127-jobs.nyc.gov and search for the specific Job ID # 775493Please do not email, mail, or fax your resume directly. Submissions of resumes do not guarantee an interview. Due to the high volume of resumes received for positions, only selected candidates will be contacted.Appointments are subject to Office of Management & Budget approval for budgeted headcount.Residency RequirementNew York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for two continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of the interview.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.