The mission of the New York City Police Department is to enhance the quality of life in New York City by working in partnership with the community to enforce the law, preserve peace, protect the people, reduce fear, and maintain order. The New York City Police Department strives to foster a safe and fair city through the strategic deployment of resources, focusing on both crime prevention and addressing quality-of-life concerns while building lasting community relationships.

The Office of the First Deputy Commissioner oversees critical administrative and operational functions in accordance with the Department's mission. The Office of the First Deputy Commissioner ensures coordination between bureaus and supports the implementation of departmental initiatives, policies and reforms. The Discipline Unit within the Office of the First Deputy Commissioner is responsible for managing and overseeing the internal disciplinary process within the NYPD. The Discipline Unit conducts thorough case reviews of misconduct allegations, and makes recommendations to the Police Commissioner's Office.

The Agency Attorney Ill in the Office of the First Deputy Commissioner will help provide legal insight in the comprehensive review and analysis of cases of alleged misconduct for potential disciplinary action.

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Reviewing, analyzing, and tracking cases of alleged misconduct
- Collaborating with the Legal Bureau, Internal Affairs Bureau, Department Advocate, and Professional Standards Division
- Preparing and presenting cases to the executive staff in the Office of the First Deputy Commissioner
- Providing legal guidance on disciplinary matters.


TO APPLY:
Click the Apply’ button below, or visit: http://cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for JOB ID #786960

WORK LOCATION:
One Police Plaza, Room 1412

HOURS/SHIFT:
10 am to 6 pm

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
All applicants must submit a Resume and Cover letter. Internal applicant's time and leave records and performance evaluations will be taken into consideration.

In compliance with Federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identify and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document from upon hire.

The City of New York offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance for the employee and his or her spouse or domestic partner and unemancipated children under age 26, union benefits such as dental and vision coverage, paid annual leave and sick leave, paid holidays, a pension, and optional savings and pre-tax programs such Deferred Compensation, IRA, and a flexible spending account.

AGENCY ATTORNEY - 30087

1. Admission to the New York State Bar; and either "2" or "3" below.
2. One year of satisfactory United States legal experience subsequent to admission to any state bar; or
3. 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.
In addition to meeting the minimum Qualification Requirements:
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.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.