Agency Attorney 2

City of New York•New York, NY

1d•$83,000 - $95,450

About The Position

The New York City Commission on Human Rights (CCHR) seeks Agency Attorneys, Level 2, to join its Law Enforcement Bureau (LEB). The Commission implements the New York City Human Rights Law through enforcement, education, and outreach, aiming to address historic and contemporary inequities and foster a city where people can live, work, and thrive free from discrimination. Agency Attorneys, Level 2, enforce the Human Rights Law through pre-complaint interventions, investigations, mediations, settlements, and litigation. They may lead complex litigation and investigations or specialized projects involving developing law, procedure, or policy guidance. The role also includes community engagement, collaboration on training and anti-discrimination initiatives, and other duties that advance the work of the Law Enforcement Bureau.

Requirements

Admission to the New York State Bar and continued membership in good standing for the duration of employment.
At least one year of satisfactory U.S. legal experience after admission to any state bar, or six months of satisfactory service as an Agency Attorney Interne.
For Assignment Level II: one year of experience at Assignment Level I or two years of comparable legal experience after bar admission in areas related to the assignment.

Nice To Haves

For Assignment Level III, two years of experience in Assignment Levels I and/or II, or three years of comparable legal experience after bar admission in areas related to the assignment.

Responsibilities

Interview members of the public alleging discrimination, conduct pre-complaint interventions and investigations, and file complaints when appropriate.
Investigate public claims of discrimination and potential pattern-or-practice violations for Commission-initiated action.
Negotiate resolutions, draft settlement agreements, and monitor compliance with settlements.
Represent the Commission in mediation.
Litigate cases from probable-cause determinations through referral to the hearings division.
Represent the Commission before an Administrative Law Judge at conferences and conduct discovery, including taking and defending depositions.
Litigate cases at trial through the Administrative Law Judge's recommendation and issuance of a Commission order.
Collaborate with the Community Relations Bureau to provide training and coordinate efforts to address systemic discrimination.
Represent the Commission at community events, speaking engagements, and bar associations.
May assist with staff training and professional development.
May lead large-scale or complex investigations or litigation.
May lead specialized projects concerning developing law, procedure, or policy guidance.
Perform other duties as needed to advance the work of the Law Enforcement Bureau.