Leadership, Training and Knowledge Management Attorney, OGC - 24811

Position Summary : Under the direction of the Chief of Staff and Senior Director, Leadership, Training, and Knowledge Management (LTKM), and with input from the Executive Deputy Counsel for Special Education Case Management, the Agency Attorney supports the robust training and knowledge management initiatives of the Office of General Counsel (OGC). This includes developing training materials, providing training support, and ensuring compliance with the LV et al versus NYC Department of Education order, particularly in the areas of Special Education Case Management, Litigation, and Administrative Processes.

This role also focuses on building training materials and providing support for OGC practice areas, including, Labor and Employment, Commercial and Contracts, Administrative Trials, Teacher Performance, Civil Rights and Litigation, Privacy and Data Security, and Freedom of Information.

The position supports the legal training requirements pursuant to LV et al versus NYC Department of Education and ensures compliance with Continuing Legal Education (CLE) certification standards. Performs related work.

Reports to : Chief of Staff

Direct Reports : N / A

Key Relationships : General Counsel's Executive Leadership Team, Senior Staff, internal stakeholders (e.g., Impartial Hearing Order : Implementation Unit, Special Education Litigation, Office of Pupil Transportation, Office of Student Health, and the Division of Inclusive and Accessible Learning), New York City Courts and Boards, and external training providers.

Responsibilities

Leadership and Training Development

• Collaborate with senior leadership to define and prioritize leadership development and training needs.
• Develop and promote a culture within OGC that values effective leadership, collaboration, and continuous learning.
• Ensure training programs cover relevant legal issues, NYCPS policies, procedures, and applicable federal, state, and local laws.
• Design and implement innovative training methods, including workshops, e-learning modules, and scenario-based learning, to address emerging legal and policy challenges.
• Deliver in-person and virtual training sessions on complex legal topics, ensuring accessibility and engagement for diverse audiences.
• Develop training content and systems to support the LV et al versus NYC DOE order, specifically for personnel implementing impartial hearing orders.

LV et al Compliance and System Implementation

Knowledge Management and Program Oversight

Compliance and CLE Certification

Interagency and Stakeholder Engagement

Leadership Development and Administrative Support

In addition to the duties and responsibilities described above, may also :

Qualification Requirements :

Minimum

NOTE : To be assigned to AL III candidates must have two years of experience in Assignment Levels I

and / or II or three years of comparable legal experience subsequent to admission to the bar, in the areas of

law related to the assignment.

Selected candidates must remain members of the New York State Bar in good standing for the duration of their employment.

Preferred

Salary : $ 106,607 - $111,107

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.

We encourage all applicants from the New York City tri-state area to apply.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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 .

Public Service Loan Forgiveness As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https : / / studentaid.gov / pslf / .

Salary : $106,607 - $111,107