General Counsel (Legislative)

The Mayor’s Office of City Legislative Affairs is seeking a dynamic, detail-orientated professional who can take the initiative and assist in leading a fast-paced team, for the position of General Counsel.
About the Office:
The Mayor’s Office of City Legislative Affairs serves as the principal liaison between Mayor Bill de Blasio’s Administration and the New York City Council. City Legislative Affairs works toward the goal of fostering productive relationships between the executive and legislative branches and assists the Mayor’s Administration in:
(1) Shaping public policy;
(2) Developing and advancing the Administration’s agenda through local law, the budget and land use; (3) Negotiating City Council legislation; and
(4) Preparing agencies for City Council public hearings.
About the Role:
The General Counsel is a senior staff position, responsible for advising and strategizing on all legal matters before the office. General Counsel must possess knowledge of the laws, regulatory powers, limitations, authorities and responsibilities of the City of New York. General Counsel also acts as a liaison between the Mayor’s Office of City Legislative Affairs, the Law Department, and City agencies.
Duties of the General Counsel include, but are not limited to:
 Developing and advancing legislative proposals by coordinating efforts across offices and agencies;
 Assisting staff with legal strategy
 Supporting staff with analyzing and interpreting laws, court decisions, legal authorities, and other
legal documents as needed;
 Collaborating directly with the NYC Law Department on legal analysis;
 Working with staff and agencies in reviewing and preparing legislation;
 Working with agencies in crafting a response to City Council legislation and oversight hearings
and preparing testimony; and,
 Preparing written analyses of legislation;
 And, advocating on behalf the legal interests of City Legislative Affairs.
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Qualifications
 Juris Doctor Degree (JD) Required.
 Demonstrated understanding of and experience with any combination of the following:
- Local legislative process,
- Public policy analysis
- New York City agency operations
- Understanding of local laws
 Excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills
 Strong work-ethic
 The ability to work independently is imperative.
Salary:
Commensurate with Experience
To Apply:
Please submit a resume, cover letter and three (3) references by clicking Apply to this Job to reach the application site and submit all required information
New York City Residency Is Required Within 90 Days of Appointment.
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