Staff Counsel

The Staff Counsel will focus on investigation of, and enforcement against, businesses that violate the City’s laws and rules related to the illegal sale of tobacco and uncertified micromobility devices, including e-bikes and e-scooters. The Staff Counsel will perform other functions, as necessary, within the General Counsel Division. Under the supervision of the General Counsel, Deputy General Counsel, and Associate General Counsel, the Staff Counsel will investigate and prosecute businesses engaged in illegal conduct. The Staff Counsel will also draft legal documents and appear before the New York Supreme Court to litigate against landlords facilitating unlawful conduct. The ideal candidate will be responsible for special projects and assignments related to consumer or licensee issues or to DCWP’s operations. In addition, as part of these functions, the Staff Counsel is responsible for careful case project management and operational tasks necessary to support and effectuate this work.