Assistant General Counsel - Employment Law Unit

Assistant General Counsel - Employment Law Unit | NYC Department of Health and Mental HygieneOverviewThe Employment Law Unit (ELU) is a vital program within the Office of the General Counsel (OGC) at the NYC Health Department. It has jurisdiction over agency employees to investigate and prosecute matters relating to employee misconduct and fitness for duty.ResponsibilitiesAssist the Employment Law unit in all phases of the disciplinary process, including investigations, preparation of disciplinary charges, and prosecution from Informal Conference through the appeals process (including OATH and Civil Service Commission).Research and draft important and complex legal documents and opinions; support the legal office as needed.Work on Conflicts of Interest (COI) matters.Deliver agency-wide trainings to supervisory staff on progressive discipline and its relation to the administrative disciplinary process.Collaborate with the General Counsel or Deputy General Counsel on legal matters received by OGC when necessary.Preferred SkillsExcellent written and verbal communication skills.Great attention to detail.Knowledge of Employment Law, including New York Civil Service Law, New York Conflicts of Interest Law and related disciplinary rules affecting NYC employees.Knowledge of administrative law.Litigation experience; strong organizational skills.Why You Should Work For UsLoan Forgiveness: Potential eligibility for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs. See studentaid.gov for details.Benefits: City employees receive comprehensive benefits, including premium-free health insurance, additional health/fitness/financial benefits based on union/benefit fund, a defined benefit pension plan, tax-deferred savings, and a Worksite Wellness Program.Work From Home Policy: Depending on position, up to two days per week may be eligible for remote work.Job Security: Opportunity for stable public service employment and to contribute to NYC’s health and well-being.Minimum QualificationsGraduation from an accredited United States law school as defined in the New York Court of Appeals Rules (Sections 520.3 or 520.5) or admission to the New York State Bar.Residency Requirement: NYC residency is not required for this title.Agency InformationThe City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment. To request reasonable accommodation for the job application or interview process, contact the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17