General Counsel

City of New York•New York, NY

12d•$185,000 - $230,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Richmond County District Attorney’s Office is seeking an experienced attorney to serve as General Counsel. The role reports directly to the Chief Assistant District Attorney and works closely with the RCDA executive team and other office leaders. The General Counsel advises executive leadership and managers on legal, factual, and administrative policy matters; manages regulatory and labor and employment law compliance; and serves as the Equal Employment Opportunity Officer and litigation liaison. The position also provides special counsel support to specialized bureaus, including Appeals, Training, and Conviction Integrity. The selected candidate must be a New York City resident or become one within 90 days of appointment. Authorization to work in the United States is required; sponsorship is not available. Applications are accepted until the position is filled and must be submitted through the NYC Jobs website.

Requirements

Admission to the New York State Bar.
Eight years of recent, full-time, responsible, relevant, satisfactory legal experience after admission to any bar.
At least eighteen months supervising other attorneys in an administrative, managerial, or executive capacity, or performing highly complex and significant legal work.
Remain a member of the New York State Bar in good standing for the duration of employment.
Be a resident of New York City or become one within 90 days of appointment.
Authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

At least five years of experience advising an executive team and familiarity with New York City government operations within a law enforcement agency.
Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local employment and labor laws.
Expertise in EEO, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and workplace investigations.
Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
Experience managing employment disputes, administrative charges, and litigation.
Strong interviewing, fact-finding, and investigative skills.
Ability to interpret and apply complex laws, regulations, policies, and agreements.
Exceptional judgment, discretion, and ability to handle confidential matters.
Strong negotiation, conflict-resolution, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to develop and implement workplace policies and compliance programs.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to advise executives and staff.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines.

Responsibilities

Advise the District Attorney and staff on administrative, ethical, operational, and legal matters.
Prepare disciplinary charges, memoranda, reports, stipulations, and related documents for investigations and hearings.
Conduct impartial investigations into discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and other EEO violations.
Maintain confidential investigative files and records in compliance with legal and policy requirements.
Prepare position statements responding to federal, state, and local discrimination charges.
Develop and oversee office-wide compliance, discovery, and professional standards.
Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Manage civil claims, subpoenas, and litigation involving the office.
Develop, review, revise, and implement agency policies to ensure legal and regulatory compliance.
Review contracts, memoranda of understanding, linkage agreements, and related documents for legal compliance.
Recommend statutory and regulatory changes affecting agency policies and procedures.
Serve as the agency’s primary liaison with the NYC Law Department, Department of Investigation, Department of Labor, OATH, and other governmental agencies on legal matters.
Serve as the COIB Liaison, overseeing dual-employment requests and related compliance requirements.
Provide Special Counsel support to specialized bureaus, including Appeals, Training, and Conviction Integrity.

Benefits

Free city-wide health plan option.
Five weeks of annual leave.
Twelve days of sick leave.
Thirteen paid holidays annually.
Management Benefits Fund, including comprehensive dental and vision coverage, access to free life insurance, and gym reimbursement.
Twelve weeks of paid parental leave.
Reimbursement for annual bar association and notary fees.
Pension plan through the New York City Employees’ Retirement System (NYCERS).
Deferred compensation plans, including 401(k) and 457.
Professional development programs, including in-house CLE courses.
Flexible opportunity to work in person and from home.
Managers who work a significant number of hours within a two-week period may receive a DA certificate allowing a day off without using accrued leave.