Senior Counsel, Policy and Justice Operations - New York, United States - City of New York

Description

The Mayor's Office of Criminal Justice (MOCJ) advises the Mayor of the City of New York on criminal justice policy.

MOCJ develops and implements strategies, with partners inside and outside government, to reduce crime and incarceration and to promote fairness and legitimacy.

MOCJ works with law enforcement, city agencies, non-profits, foundations, and others to implement data-driven strategies that address current crime conditions, prevent offending, and build the strong neighborhoods that ensure enduring safety.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the supervision of the Executive Director for Policy & Justice Operations, the Senior Counsel will provide legal and policy advice across MOCJ's policy initiatives, including impact and implementation of legislative reforms to the criminal procedure and penal laws, as well as local efforts to increase public safety, fair law enforcement and judicial processes, and services and supports for justice-involved individuals.

The successful candidate must be able to work independently as well as collaboratively with both internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Liaising with senior staff of the City's criminal justice system, including the District Attorneys' Offices, Dept. of Correction, Dept. of Probation, Office of Court Administration, Police Dept., defense bar, and service providers to address inefficiencies and resolve issues;
• Participating in the creation and development of policies, procedures and programs on criminal justice legal matters with the various programs, offices, and initiatives across MOCJ;
• Researching and preparing documentintensive investigation, reports, and legal drafts on a tight schedule;
• Researching, initiating, developing, and executing policy projects, both with a team and individually; and
• Providing legal and operational guidance on complex questions of law.

To apply:
please submit your resume, cover letter, and references.
Minimum Qualifications

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 .

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.

Preferred Skills

• A JD from an accredited educational institution, plus a minimum of 57 of fulltime professional experience as an attorney or the equivalent
• Admitted to the NY State Bar
• Experience related to criminal justice issues is preferred and expertise in interpreting and applying laws regarding substantive and procedural legal obligations of criminal court actors is required
• Experience with procurement and contracting is preferred, but not required
• Excellent organizational, timemanagement, and multitasking skills, including the ability to take initiative, problem solve, balance competing priorities, work independently and with teams in a fastpaced environment, pay close attention to detail, meet deadlines, and work well under pressure
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including strong public speaking skills and proven ability to present the agency's position in meetings with high level officials and other governmental and private entities
• Extensive legal experience combined with being an effective selfstarter, possessing both the capacity for independence and the ability to work cooperatively to advance the goals of the administration
• Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a wide range of entities from government agencies, other prosecutorial and regulatory bodies, and community organizations and
• Effective and creative leadership ability with the capacity to work both independently and cooperatively to implement key strategies, evaluate new policies and analyze new legislation

To apply:
please submit your resume, cover letter, and references.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs.

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