City of New York · 2 days ago
Assistant Code Counsel
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid, Senior Level
$73K/yr - $84K/yr
1+ years expThe City of New York is seeking an Assistant Code Counsel to support the regulatory affairs and policy development within the agency. The role involves drafting and reviewing legal materials related to construction codes, providing legal guidance on code implementation, and coordinating with various departments and agencies.
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Responsibilities
Draft and review legal materials related to revision of the New York City Construction Codes, the Electrical Code as well as development of the Existing Building Code and Waterfront Code
Review and draft legislation, rules, Buildings Bulletins, and other guidance documents
Review, interpret, and provide guidance on legislative proposals affecting the Department
Coordinate with involved units and assist with drafting and reviewing requests for proposals, contracts, and other documents related to Department and Mayoral initiatives
Provide legal guidance on strategy for code and rule implementation
Liaise with Department units, the NYC Law Department and other City and/or government agencies in connection with code development, code and rule implementation, and other matters
Conduct legal research, including interpreting federal, state, and local laws and regulations
Handle other tasks and special projects, as directed
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
Excellent writing, legal research, and analytical skills
Familiarity with the NYC Construction Codes, NYC Electrical Code, the New York City Charter, NYS Multiple Dwelling Law, NYC Housing Maintenance Code, NYC Zoning Resolution
Familiarity with City and State legislative process
Code drafting or related experience
Proficiency with computer software such as Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft PowerPoint
Benefits
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Company
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