Agency Attorney IV

The DOT seeks an experienced attorney to work in the Advocate's Office. Under general supervision, with wide latitude for independent judgment and action, the Attorney will:Evaluate disciplinary matters for legal sufficiency;Draft formal disciplinary charges;Prepare and review required documents and reciprocal discovery including audio and video tape evidence;Assist and/or participate in disciplinary investigations with the Investigative Unit as necessary;Represent the DOT during informal settlement negotiations;Conduct informal conferences at OATH;Prepare memoranda detailing evidence and recommended penalties;Conduct prosecution of disciplinary proceedings pursuant to labor contracts and/or Civil Service Law 75 including internal DOT disciplinary proceedings, OATH trials, grievance proceedings and arbitrations, Civil Service Commission disciplinary appeals and related civil litigation;Assist Investigative Staff in conducting disciplinary surveillances;Review and evaluate evidence;Conduct legal research, prepare legal memoranda and briefs;Investigate and prosecute fitness complaints pursuant to Civil Service Law 72;Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications1. Admission to the New York State Bar; and either

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