New York City Office of Technology & Innovation · 1 week ago
Assistant Counsel, OIP
The New York City Office of Technology & Innovation is seeking an Assistant Counsel for the Office of Information Privacy. The role involves providing legal analysis and advice on privacy and data security matters, conducting legal research, and supporting compliance with privacy laws.
Information Technology
Responsibilities
Provide individualized legal analysis and advice to agency partners and staff on complex privacy and data security matters
Conduct legal research and prepare legal opinions for the Chief Privacy Officer and agency privacy officers
Draft and negotiate memoranda of understanding, advisory documents, and other legal and policy documents
Support agency compliance with the Identifying Information Law by reviewing agency reports, and other privacy laws and relevant City policies
Contribute to privacy-related groups and committees, including the Citywide Privacy Protection Committee, by developing presentations and supplemental materials
Represent the Office of Information Privacy on interagency task forces, working groups, and special projects
Research and remain current on privacy trends and best practices
Prepare materials for privacy related trainings
Handle special projects and initiatives as assigned
Qualification
Required
Admission to the New York State Bar
One year of satisfactory United States legal experience subsequent to admission to any state bar
Six months of satisfactory service as an Agency Attorney Interne (30086)
Incumbents must remain Members of the New York State Bar in good standing for the duration of this employment
To be assigned to Assignment Level (AL) II, candidates must have one year of experience at Assignment Level I or two years of comparable legal experience subsequent to admission to the bar, in the areas of law related to the assignment
To be assigned to AL III candidates must have two years of experience in Assignment Levels I and/or II or three years of comparable legal experience subsequent to admission to the bar, in the areas of law related to the assignment
Preferred
At least one year of relevant legal experience
Deep knowledge of privacy, data protection, and cybersecurity laws affecting City agencies
Excellent organization, communication (oral and written) skills, including the ability to present to business, legal, and technology partners
Superb interpersonal skills, including building cross-functional partnerships and ability to influence and drive change through collaboration
Industry recognized certifications within the domains of privacy and cybersecurity (e.g., CIPP, CIPM, CIPT, etc.)
Experience advising on use and processing of information obtained through online analytics
Benefits
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Company
New York City Office of Technology & Innovation
The Office of Technology and Innovation (OTI) leverages technology to drive opportunity, improve public safety, and help government run better across New York City.