Prosecuting Attorney

The New York City Conflicts of Interest Board (“COIB”), one of the nation’s premier government ethics agencies, is hiring an Attorney for its Enforcement Unit. COIB is a small, independent agency that protects the integrity of City government by administering and enforcing the City’s conflicts of interest law. The conflicts of interest law applies to the more than 300,000 public servants across all of New York City government (as well as former public servants) and regulates conduct including nepotism, outside financial interests, disclosure of confidential information, acceptance of gifts, and revolving door restrictions. The Enforcement Attorney will independently handle a variety of challenging and interesting cases across all levels of City government. In handling those cases, the Enforcement Attorney will learn a great deal about the operations of City government and gain significant litigation experience. Work will include reviewing evidence, drafting charges, negotiating settlements, and litigating cases at the New York City Office of Administrative Trials and Hearings. The Enforcement Attorney must be able to engage in sophisticated and nuanced legal analysis and write clearly and concisely. An ideal candidate will demonstrate an interest in the workings of New York City government.

Computer skills essential, including proficiency in Westlaw/Lexis and internet-based research. Litigation experience preferred.

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.