AGENCY ATTORNEY

City of New York • New York, NY

4h • $83,000 - $124,381 • Onsite

About The Position

The New York City Police Department’s Legal Bureau provides legal guidance to the Department, advises members on legal matters, monitors the Department’s relationship with the criminal justice system, supports interpretation and enforcement of state, federal, and local laws, and develops legislation related to Department needs and public safety. Its Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) Unit analyzes and responds to public and media requests for Department records, policies, statistics, and procedures, including sensitive and confidential materials.

The Agency Attorney II reports directly to the Records Access Officer and the Director, FOIL Matters. The role analyzes and processes FOIL requests, reviews responsive records and applies legally required redactions, coordinates with agency executives on significant or newsworthy requests, and represents the Department in certain proceedings in New York State Supreme Court. The attorney also assists with unit supervision, reviews the work of the unit, and provides coverage for other legal staff in emergencies. The position is based at One Police Plaza and works during business hours.

Requirements

• Admission to the New York State Bar and remaining a member in good standing throughout employment.
• At least one year of satisfactory United States 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 at Assignment Levels I and/or II, or three years of comparable legal experience after bar admission in areas related to the assignment.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and intake public FOIL requests for NYPD records and data.
• Examine responsive records and apply redactions in accordance with applicable laws.
• Liaise with agency executives concerning significant and/or newsworthy requests.
• Represent the Department’s interests in New York State Supreme Court special proceedings seeking to compel disclosure of records claimed to be exempt under FOIL.
• Assist with overall supervision of the unit, including reviewing unit work and filling in for other legal staff in emergencies.

Benefits

• Health insurance for the employee and eligible spouse or domestic partner and unemancipated children under age 26.
• Union benefits including dental and vision coverage.
• Paid annual leave and sick leave.
• Paid holidays.
• Pension.
• Optional savings and pre-tax programs, including Deferred Compensation, IRA, and a flexible spending account.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed