The mission of the New York Police Department is to enhance the quality of life in our City by working in partnership with the community to enforce the law, preserve peace, protect the people, reduce fear, and maintain order. The NYPD strives to foster a safe city by incorporating Neighborhood Policing into all facets of Department operations, and solve the problems that create crime and disorder through an interdependent relationship between people and its police, and by pioneering strategic innovation.

The Department Advocate's Office (D.A.O.) mission is to ensure and maintain the integrity of the disciplinary process for all members of the New York City Police Department. The D.A.O. is seeking recent Law School graduates interested in a career in law enforcement/public interest field. This entry level position includes legal training in the work of D.A.O. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
-Receives legal training in Agency specialty legal work.
-Assists in preparing legal arguments and documents, such as memoranda, motions, pleadings, briefs, subpoenas, etc., in connection with Agency proceedings before various courts.
-Assists in pre-trial preparation, reviewing investigative reports interviewing prospective witnesses, conferring with other attorneys, consulting with specialists, etc.
-Researches legal cases, opinions and decisions and abstracts salient points and references.
-Analyzes legal documents and assists in preparing and reviewing Agency contracts.
-Reviews legal documents in connection with the acquisition of property.
-Assists in the review and interpretation of existing laws, rules and regulations, and in the preparation of legislative proposals applicable to the Agency.


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

NYC RESIDENCY IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION.

PROOF OF GRADUATION FROM AN ACCREDITED LAW SCHOOL OR ADMISSION TO THE NEW YORK STATE BAR MUST BE SHOWN PRIOR TO HIRE.

In compliance with federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form 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 as Deferred Compensation, IRA, and a flexible spending account.

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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.

- Outstanding written and verbal skills - Ability to deliver clear, practical, and pragmatic advice, including on a time-sensitive basis - Ability to manage a diverse, complex, and at times unpredictable workload while maintaining priorities and proactively anticipating issues.

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

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.