Agency Attorney

City of New York • New York City, NY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The New York City Police Department’s Legal Bureau provides legal guidance on matters affecting the Department, including civil litigation and judicial developments. It supports the Department’s relationship with the criminal justice system, helps members interpret and enforce laws, reviews the lawfulness and fair application of Department policies and practices, and develops legislation related to Department needs and public safety.

The Legal Bureau’s Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) Unit analyzes and responds to requests from the public and media for Department records, policies, statistics, and procedures. Its work includes identifying, locating, redacting, and producing Department records, including sensitive and confidential materials. The Agency Attorney I reports directly to the Records Access Officer and the Director, FOIL Matters.

Requirements

• Admission to the New York State Bar, maintained in good standing throughout employment.
• 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.
• 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.
• Upon hire, verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification form.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and intake FOIL requests from the public for NYPD records and data.
• Examine responsive records and apply appropriate redactions in accordance with applicable laws.
• Liaise with agency executives concerning significant and/or newsworthy requests.
• Represent the Department’s interests in special proceedings in New York State Supreme Court in which petitioners seek to compel disclosure of records exempt under the Freedom of Information Law.
• Assist with overall supervision of the unit, including covering for other legal staff in emergency situations and reviewing unit work.

Benefits

• Health insurance for the employee, 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: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed