Bureau Staff Attorney

The Comptroller's Bureau of Contract Administration (BCA), in accordance with the NYC Charter, is responsible for reviewing all contract actions including, but not limited to, contracts, contract amendments, leases and concessions entered into between City agencies and vendors, to determine whether the actions should be registered. BCA is currently seeking an enthusiastic, highly organized and ambitious individual for the Bureau Staff Attorney position to perform difficult and complex contract related work having significant procedural and policy implications. The Staff Attorney will report to the Acting Bureau Chief / Legal Counsel and will work on a variety of tasks and projects within BCA, including contract review, as well as initiatives that span across bureaus.The position requires the ability to quickly and efficiently analyze contract administration issues as well as assist in developing solutions and making recommendations, as directed by the Acting Bureau Chief / Legal Counsel or Deputy Comptroller. The attorney will perform legal research, draft memoranda, and provide legal advice to the Acting Bureau Chief / Legal Counsel and Deputy Comptroller within tight deadlines in order to assist in the effective execution of BCA or cross-bureau initiatives. Additional responsibilities of the Staff Attorney include, but are not limited to:- Conducting legal research, drafting memoranda, and providing legal advice to the Executive Director and Deputy Comptroller regarding City, State and Federal procurement and contracting rules, program operations and budgeting regulations as well as rules related to grants and other non-procurements;- Providing legal counsel and support to the Acting Bureau Chief / Legal Counsel and Deputy Comptroller pertaining to the registration of all contracts entered into by City agencies for the provision of goods, services or construction that are paid out of City treasury or other funds under the control of the City as well as all revenue contracts awarded by City agencies (i.e., franchises, concessions and revocable consents);- Reviewing solicitations and other agreements, forms, policies and documents related to the contract registration process to ensure compliance with applicable City, State and Federal laws, rules and regulations as well as applicable Comptroller Directives;- Preparing briefing documents or memoranda for inter- and intra-agency meetings;- Assisting the Comptroller’s Office of the General Counsel on contract requests related to Freedom of Information Law (FOIL), including the identification and assembly of responsive contract documents;- Handling special assignments and projects, including oral and/or written presentations; and,- Performing other related assignments and special projects, as directed.Minimum Qual Requirements

1. Admission to the New York State Bar; and either "2" or "3" below.2. One year of satisfactory United States legal experience subsequent to admission to any state bar; or 3. Six months of satisfactory service as an Agency Attorney Interne (30086). Incumbents must remain Members of the New York State Bar in good standing for the duration of this employment.In addition to meeting the minimum Qualification Requirements:To be assigned to Assignment Level (AL) II, candidates must have one year of experience at Assignment Level I or two years of comparable legal experience subsequent to admission to the bar, in the areas of law related to the assignment. 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.Preferred Skills

- Exceptional writing skills and ability to perform complex data analysis;- Demonstrated ability to analyze and communicate complex policy matters to various audiences; (i.e., written reports or policy briefs);- Familiarity with the current City, State and Federal procurement or contracting policy issues as well as an interest in connecting current events with contract specific concerns or initiatives;- Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment, both individually as well as collaboratively.To Apply

TO APPLY, GO TO: Employment Opportunities at www.comptroller.nyc.govCertain residency requirements may apply. We appreciate every applicant’s interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.Note: Vacancy notices listed as “Until Filled” will be posted for at least five work days.Residency Requirement

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.