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 Deputy Commissioner, Legal Matters (DCLM) provides legal guidance to the Police Department and is responsible for advising all members of the Department on all legal matters affecting the Department, including major civil litigation and important judicial developments. The Bureau monitors and facilitates the relationship between the Department and the rest of the criminal justice system and assists members of the service in interpreting and enforcing state, federal, and local laws; ensures that the policies and practices of the department are lawful and are fairly applied; and develops legislation in accordance with the needs of the Department and public safety concerns

DCLM is actively seeking Agency Attorney Interns for placement in its Body-Worn Camera and Giglio Units. among others. The Agency Attorney Interns will work directly under the supervision of a Managing Attorney in the Legal Bureau. While day-to-day duties will vary based on assignment, the agency attorney interns will represent the Department on a variety of legal matters.

Typical tasks and responsibilities will include.

• Representing the Department in Article 78 proceedings regarding Freedom of Information Law requests.

- Making court and hearing appearances before administrative bodies on a variety of employment law matters - Assisting in the development of policy, procedures and guidelines for data retention and dissemination.

• Searching, retrieving, reviewing, notating, redacting and disseminating documents and videos in response to various legal requests from the public and from government agencies.
• Using affirmative litigation to interrupt criminal activity, address chronic precinct conditions, and improve the quality of life of city residents.
• Assisting the Law Department in the defense of police action litigation claims and processing requests for preservation of evidence in e-discovery matters.

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.

• Strong communication skills, both oral and written, as well as excellent analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and handle a complex portfolio of legal issues.
• Organized. detail-oriented, able to meet deadlines for time-sensitive projects.
• Ability to deliver clear, practical, and pragmatic advice, including on a time-sensitive basis

NYC RESIDENCY IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION.

PROOF OF GRADUATION FROM AN ACCREDITED LAW SCHOOL 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.

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.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loan after you have made 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full time for a qualifying employer, such as a U.S. federal, state, local, or tribal government or not-for-profit organization. You may be able to consolidate a Federal Family Education Loan (FFEL) and Federal Perkins Loan into a Direct Loan to qualify for PSLF.

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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.