New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection · 3 days ago
Staff Counsel
NYC Metro Area
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff
$73K/yr - $83K/yrThe New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) is seeking a Staff Counsel to provide legal support and advice within its General Counsel Division. The role involves conducting legal research, implementing new laws, and drafting legal documents to support DCWP's mission of protecting consumers and businesses.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Conduct legal research related to new and existing laws and regulations
Assist with implementing new and amended laws, including drafting rules in accordance with the City’s rulemaking process, and drafting DCWP charges, checklists, and penalty schedules necessary to implement and enforce such laws
Research and address legal issues arising from DCWP’s licensing, collections and enforcement work
Draft memoranda, correspondence and other legal documents as necessary
As needed, assist with other assignments within the General Counsel Division, which may include drafting contracts
As needed, the Staff Counsel may occasionally bring charges against businesses at the NYC Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings (OATH), and/or draft denial or revocation letters for applicants or licensees in certain license categories
In connection with these matters, and others, the Staff Counsel may negotiate and draft settlement agreements for civil penalties and consumer restitution
The ideal candidate will be responsible for these functions, as well as for special projects and assignments related to consumer or licensee issues or to DCWP’s operations
As part of these functions, the Staff Counsel is responsible for careful case project management and operational tasks necessary to support and effectuate this work
Qualification
Required
Graduation from an accredited United States law school as defined in the Rules of the New York Court of Appeals (Sections 520.3 or 520.5) or admission to the New York State Bar
Preferred
Demonstrated excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving and time management skills
Proficient in conducting legal research and undertaking factual investigations, including reviewing documents and conducting witness interviews and depositions
Demonstrated excellent legal research, writing skills and negotiation skills
Comfort with data-driven analysis and strategic planning
Able to effectively interact with multi-functional teams comprised of attorney and non-attorney staff
Able to effectively manage multiple priorities with competing deadlines
References that can confirm legal skills
Company
New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection
The NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) protects and enhances the daily economic lives of New Yorkers to create thriving communities.
Founded in 1969
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase