The NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) ensures the safe and lawful use of buildings and properties by enforcing the NYC Construction Codes, Energy Code, and Zoning Resolution. The Administrative Enforcement Unit (AEU) is responsible for the successful processing and prosecution of DOB-issued summonses that are returnable to the Hearings Division of the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings (OATH). AEU Legal Matters is a functional area within AEU, staffed with Agency Attorneys who represent the Department at hearings held by OATH.

Under close supervision, the Agency Attorney Interne receives training and practical experience in Department legal work. Duties include but are not limited to:
- Prosecuting Department of Buildings summonses/violations at OATH remotely and in-person. May occasionally travel to OATH locations throughout the five boroughs to represent the Department in these cases.
- Legal writing, including the preparation of appeals, responses, motions, and other documents relating to the continuing prosecution of DOB summonses/violations.
- Identifying and retrieving appropriate documents and evidence for hearings.
- Promptly and accurately notifying AEU supervisors of important issues and outcomes of hearings.
- Pre-hearing preparation, including general research for upcoming cases and follow-through of previous cases handled.
- Performing in-house assignments relating to the adjudication of summonses issued by DOB.
- Actively undertaking and participating in special projects and assignments.
- Traveling occasionally between various Department offices.
- Any other duties as assigned by a Supervisor.

REMOTE WORK
This position may be eligible for remote work up to 2 days per week, pursuant to the Remote Work Pilot Program.

SALARY INFORMATION
The salary is $72,510 for new hires. City employees with at least two years of continuous City service are entitled to $83,388.

AGENCY ATTORNEY INTERNE - 30086

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.

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.