ASSOCIATE COMMISSIONER / COMPLIANCE OFFICER Job in Brooklyn 11201, New York Us

NYC FIRE DEPARTMENT

ASSOCIATE COMMISSIONER / COMPLIANCE OFFICER

The Fire Department of New York City (FDNY) is the largest career fire department in the country with more than 15,000 uniformed and civilian employees.

FDNY seeks an experienced attorney to oversee all aspects of the City’s comprehensive efforts to assess and upgrade its recruitment program, EEO administration, and personnel processing; further develop and sustain FDNY’s diversity and inclusion initiatives; and comply fully with the Court Order in U.S.A., et al. v. City. Reporting to the most senior FDNY officials, the Associate Commissioner will coordinate the FDNY’s top-to-bottom assessment of its programs and initiatives designed to enhance recruitment and retention of a diverse workforce. The Associate Commissioner will participate in the development of strategies and plans designed to meet the FDNY’s goal ofensuring that the FDNY is a welcoming workplace for all new and existing employees. The Associate Commissioner will function as FDNY’s key liaison with the NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services, and the NYC Law Department, and ensure that the Court, the Court Monitor, consultants and staff receive prompt cooperation from FDNY in all areas.

Preference will be given to candidates admitted to the NYS Bar with a minimum of 5 years recent experience as a practicing attorney. Candidates should have significant litigation experience, with some experience in court compliance matters. Knowledge of litigation technology solutions, employment and civil service law, and Federal, State and City antidiscrimination laws is preferred.

FDNY offers a competitive salary in addition to health coverage, paid holidays, vacation, and the opportunity to join the City’s pension system and other benefits.

NYC Residency required within 90 days of appointment.

For specific information regarding this position refer to the Vacancy Notice at FDNY’s employment opportunity webpage, www.nyc.gov/fdny (follow the jobs and employment link to Civilian Positions).

If interested, please send a cover letter and resume to the address below or fax to (718) 999-7128
Fire Department of New York City
Bureau of Personnel – EEO/NYT
9 Metro Tech Center – 6th Floor
Brooklyn, NY 11201
Email: Resumes@fdny.nyc.gov

The Fire Department of New York City is an Equal Opportunity Employer