Supervising Enforcement Counsel

**This position may be eligible for remote work for up to 2 days per week, pursuant to the Flexible Work Pilot Program. * The NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) protects and enhances the daily economic lives of New Yorkers to create thriving communities. DCWP licenses nearly 45,000 businesses in more than 40 industries and enforces key consumer protection and workplace laws that apply to countless more. By supporting businesses through equitable enforcement and access to resources, DCWP protects the marketplace from predatory practices and strives to create a culture of compliance. DCWP empowers consumers and working families by providing the tools and resources they need to achieve financial health and work-life balance. DCWP also conducts research and advocates for public policy that furthers its work to support New York City’s communities. For more information about DCWP and its work, call 311 or visit DCWP at NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP), sign up for its newsletter, or follow on its social media sites, X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Founded in 2014, the Office of Labor Policy & Standards (“OLPS”) enforces the City’s worker protection laws, including the Protected Time Off Law, Fair Workweek scheduling laws that protect fast food and retail workers, and Delivery Worker Laws that protect delivery workers classified as independent contractors. OLPS settles and litigates dozens of large cases a year on behalf of classes of workers who have experienced violations of pay or scheduling rights. We have recovered over $120 million for workers through enforcement and raised pay by over $1 billion via the minimum pay rate for delivery workers classified as independent contractors. We also administer the Freelance Isn’t Free Act (FIFA) program, which assists freelance workers who have experienced wage theft and other violations, and we bring pattern and practice litigation on behalf of freelancers against repeat violators. Under all laws we enforce, OLPS obtains monetary compensation for workers for violations and brings companies into compliance. Working closely with outside stakeholders, OLPS also advocates for new laws, performs research and data analysis to make policy recommendations, and conducts outreach and education to workers, employers, and the general public. Under Mayor Mamdani, DCWP’s worker protection enforcement staff is rapidly expanding from a staff of 45 to 75 in 2026, with further expansion planned in future years. More information about our office is available at nyc.gov/workers. OLPS is seeking experienced litigator to supervise worker protection litigation. The role will involve leading litigation under all OLPS laws and supervising 4 staff attorneys handling litigation. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated, experienced litigator with excellent writing and editing skills who enjoys creative legal work, a fast-paced environment, and collaborative leadership, and is committed to supporting and developing early-career attorneys. Salary is dependent on supervisory responsibility and years of experience.

• At least 6 years of litigation experience – fact development, drafting pleadings, discovery, dispositive motion practice, and trials • Experience with employment litigation or class action litigation • Supervision and management experience • Experience working with software engineers or data analytics professionals • Commitment to social justice and interest in addressing the challenges faced by low-wage workers • The ability to establish rapport and interact effectively and respectfully with multi-functional teams comprised of attorney and non-attorney staff • The ability to problem-solve creatively • Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, and analytical skills • The ability to effectively manage multiple priorities with competing deadlines • Fluency in a language other than English

New York City Residency is not required for this position

To apply for this position, please submit your application exclusively through the Jobs NYC website. Only applications submitted via the Jobs NYC platform will be considered for review. The Job ID is located at the bottom of the page. A resume and cover letter are required as part of the application. In your cover letter, please include the following: Civil service title you currently hold or whether you have taken any civil service exams (if applicable). The NYC Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We strongly encourage 55-a candidates to apply. If eligible, please indicate this in your cover letter. Incomplete applications or those missing the required documents will not be considered. Reasonable Accommodations DCWP is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to ensure that individuals with disabilities have equal access to employment opportunities. If you need an accommodation to participate in the interview process, please contact us at [email protected]. Please note the following important application instructions: No phone calls, faxes, emails, or in-person inquiries will be accepted. Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. If you do not receive communication from us, please consider your application as not being selected for this position. Drug Screening: Please be aware that a drug screening may be required prior to appointment. Candidates will be notified if this is necessary as part of the pre-employment process. Appointments are subject to Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval. For any questions or concerns regarding your application, please email the recruitment team at [email protected].