Job DescriptionJoin the fight against climate change and take advantage of a unique opportunity on the cutting edge of climate policy at the New York City Department of Buildings. DOB has an essential role in implementing and enforcing New York City's ground-breaking climate policies, including Local Law 97, which significantly reduces greenhouse gas emissions from the city's largest buildings. In a city where buildings contribute nearly three-quarters of our greenhouse gas emissions, a focus on efficiency, building energy usage, and decarbonization is critical. DOB is committed to becoming the nation's premier municipal building organization, enhancing the quality of life for all New Yorkers, and making our city a safer and healthier place to live. Become a member of DO B's Bureau of Sustainability team and make a real difference.Under supervision of the Deputy Director, Sustainability Legal Affairs and the Senior Sustainability Enforcement Attorney, the Enforcement Attorney will work on enforcement cases and projects with Sustainability Bureau staff, as well as other units in the agency.Under close supervision, receives training and practical experience in:
Performing all areas of case management, including initial and continuing research, designing an appropriate legal strategy, developing and overseeing a case tracking system, managing pre-trial
settlement agreements, and preparing and prosecuting cases at the Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings (OATH).
Preparing reports and related analyses on cases and/or enforcement processes.
Supporting collection of penalties and fines assessed.
Developing and advancing mediated resolutions.
Working with Sustainability Bureau staff to promote effective enforcement and compliance.
Conducting legal research and writing legal memoranda.
Completing special projects and assignments.
Any other duties as assigned.
QualificationsGraduation 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.Additional InformationThe 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.