What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education Unit Attorney Interne, CSE position at New York City Department of Education and Careers?
Administrative and Central Office
Special Education Unit Attorney Interne, CSE - 24725
Agency Attorney Intern OJ/MBF
N/A
Office of the General Counsel
- Perform legal research assigned by Team Leaders, including review of legal cases, opinions, decisions, and abstract salient points and references.
- Assist in preparing legal arguments and documents, such as memoranda, motions, pleadings, briefs, subpoenas, etc.
- Review transcripts and exhibits from administrative proceedings to assist Agency Attorneys.
- Work with Agency Attorneys on different phases of settlement process including:
- investigating claims filed by parents, including interviewing potential witnesses, conferring with other attorneys, consulting with specialists, etc.;
- reviewing settlement documents submitted by the parent;
- researching state and federal case law;
- drafting memoranda for submission to the New York City Comptroller’s Office for settlement authority for proposed settlement;
- coordinating and monitoring the implementation of stipulated agreements; and
- performing research in connection with claims for attorney’s fees submitted by opposing counsel.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to understand provisions of applicable laws and regulations.
- Ability to write clearly and concisely.
- Efficient legal research skills.
Salary:
$72,512 (New Hire Rate)
$78,195 - $82,695 (Incumbent - 2 years of full-time continuous City service)
(Internal candidates who are selected for this position and who currently hold comparable or less senior positions within the DOE will not earn less than their current salary.)
Please include a resume and cover letter with your application.
NOTE: The filling of all positions is subject to budget availability and/or grant funding.
* New York City Residency is NOT Required *
We encourage all applicants from the New York City tri-state area to apply.
DOE Non- Discrimination Policy
The Department of Education of 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 upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's actual or perceived sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or pregnancy. For more information, please refer to the DOE Non-Discrimination Policy.
Salary : $72,512 - $82,695