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New York City Department of Housing Preservation & Development

<div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><ul><li><b>HOUSING PRESERVATION &amp; DVLPMNT
</b></li></ul></div></div><div><div><b>Posted On: </b><b>10/24/2025
</b></div></div><div><div><ul><li><b>Full-Time
</b></li></ul></div></div><div><div><div><b>Location
</b></div><div><b>NYC-ALL BOROS</b></div>
</div></div><div><div><ul><li><b>No Exam Required
</b></li></ul></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Department</b></div>
<div><b>Contracts &amp; Real Estate Divisi</b></div>
</div></div></div><p></p><div><div><div><b>Salary Range:</b></div><b>
</b><div><b>$120,000.00 &ndash; $130,000.00</b></div><b>
</b></div></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Description</b></h2></div>
<div><div><div>About the Agency:<br>
<br>
The New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) is the nation&rsquo;s largest municipal housing preservation and development agency. Its mission is to promote quality housing and diverse, thriving neighborhoods for New Yorkers through loan and development programs for new affordable housing, preservation of the affordability of the existing housing stock, enforcement of housing quality standards, and educational programs for tenants and building owners.<br>
<br>
Your Team:<br>
<br>
Within HPD&rsquo;s Office of Legal Affairs (OLA&rsquo;s), the Contracts and Real Estate Division (CRED) handles, among other things, all of HPD&rsquo;s legal work related to real estate development, land-use planning, and asset management. The division&rsquo;s primary responsibility is to provide legal services to the Agency&rsquo;s affordable housing development programs, including by advising on real estate financings, sales and leases of City-owned property, and affordable housing regulatory agreements, and by closing the Agency&rsquo;s real estate transactions. The division is also responsible for advising on planning, pre-development, and asset management matters and affordable housing development policy and program design and implementation<br>
<br>
Your Impact:<br>
<br>
You will be part of a team of talented attorneys and support staff who provide critical legal services to the agency as it executes the City&rsquo;s ambitious affordable housing plan.<br>
<br>
Your Role:<br>
<br>
Your role will be to provide legal services to the agency&rsquo;s affordable housing development programs and associated offices on related matters.<br>
<br>
Your Responsibilities:<br>
<br>
<ul><li>Support the agency&rsquo;s development programs by providing legal services to the agency&rsquo;s affordable housing development programs.</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Perform closings of construction and permanent financings, dispositions of City-owned property, and affordable housing regulatory agreements.</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Prepare and review complex legal documents related to real estate transactions and governmental approvals.</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Analyze federal, state, and local statutes and regulations.</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Handle other complex legal issues pertaining to the implementation of affordable housing programs.</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Negotiate difficult and complex issues, transactions, and documents.</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Work collaboratively with agency colleagues and partners.</li></ul><br>
Preferred skills<br>
<br>
<ul><li>Experience in a transactional real estate practice.</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Familiarity with State and City laws and rules relating to affordable housing creation and preservation, including, for example, statutory loan authorities under the Private Housing Finance Law and General Municipal Law, rent stabilization and the Rent Stabilization Code, and New York City zoning and land use laws and regulations</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Familiarity with federal, state, and local affordable housing subsidy programs and policy</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Excellent writing, legal research, and analytical skills</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Experience managing and supervising attorneys and other professionals</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Ability to draft legislation and rules</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Ability to review and analyze proposed legislation and rules</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Ability to liaise with litigation counsel to protect Agency programs and processes</li></ul><br>
<ul><li>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills</li></ul><br>
EXECUTIVE AGENCY COUNSEL - 95005</div><p><b><br>
Minimum Qualifications</b></p><p><br>
Admission to the New York State Bar; and four years of recent full-time responsible, relevant, satisfactory legal experience subsequent to admission to any bar, eighteen months of which must have been in the supervision of other attorneys, in an administrative, managerial or executive capacity, or performing highly complex and significant legal work.
<br>
<br>
Incumbents must remain Members of the New York State Bar in good standing for the duration of this employment.</p><p><b><br>
Public Service Loan Forgiveness</b></p><br>
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education&rsquo;s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.<br>
<p><b>
Residency Requirement</b></p><br>
New York City Residency is not required for this position<br>
<p><b>
Additional Information</b></p><div></div><p><br>
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.</p></div>
</div><div><div><p><b>
</b></p><p><b>Shortlist</b></p>
</div></div></div></div><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Job ID
</b></div><div><b>752810</b></div>
</div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Title code</b></div>
<div><b>95005</b></div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Civil service title</b></div>
<div><b>EXECUTIVE AGENCY COUNSEL</b></div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Title classification</b></div>
<div><b>Non-Competitive-5</b></div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Business title</b></div>
<div><b>Executive Agency Counsel</b></div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Posted until</b></div>
<div><b>12/22/2025</b></div>
</div></div></div><div><div><ul><li><div><b>Experience Level: </b></div><b>Manager
</b></li></ul></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Job level</b></div>
<div><b>M1</b></div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Number of positions</b></div>
<div><b>1</b></div>
</div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Work location</b></div>
<div><b>100 Gold Street</b></div>
</div></div></div><div><div><ul><li><div><b>Category: </b></div><b>Legal Affairs
</b></li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><b>Executive Agency Counsel</b></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Executive Agency Counsel

American Civil Liberties Union

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>ABOUT THE JOB</b></h2>
<p>
The ACLU seeks applicants for the term-limited, full-time position of <b>Staff Attorney, Senior Staff Attorney, or Senior Counsel</b><b> (Two-Year)</b><b> </b>in the<b> Speech, Privacy &amp; Technology Project </b>of the ACLU&rsquo;s National office in <b>New York, NY. </b>This is a hybrid role that has in-office requirements of two (2) days per week or eight (8) days per month.</p>
<p>
The ACLU&rsquo;s Project on Speech, Privacy, and Technology (SPT) is dedicated to protecting and expanding the First Amendment freedoms of expression, association, and inquiry; expanding the right to privacy and increasing the control that individuals have over their personal information; and ensuring that civil liberties are enhanced rather than compromised by new advances in science and technology. The project is currently working on a variety of issues, including political protest, freedom of expression online, privacy of electronic information, journalists&rsquo; rights, scientific freedom, and openness in the courts.</p>
<p><i>
This position is part of a collective bargaining unit. It is represented by ACLU Staff United (ASU).</i></p>
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
WHAT YOU'LL DO</b></h2>
<p>
Reporting to the <b>Project Director</b>, the <b>Staff Attorney, Senior Staff Attorney, or Senior Counsel</b><b> </b>will function as an integral part of the Speech, Privacy, and Technology Project, and will work on our extensive docket of First and Fourth Amendment cases. This is a <b>two-year term-limited position</b>. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with priority given to applications received by<b> November 17, 2025</b>.</p>
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
YOUR DAY TO DAY</b></h2>
<ul><li>Participating in litigation at all levels of federal and state courts, including conducting legal and factual research, interviewing clients, drafting briefs and pleadings, and engaging in discovery and motion practice</li>
<li>Drafting amicus curiae briefs</li>
<li>Providing support for ACLU affiliate litigation</li>
<li>Serving as a resource for ACLU legislative and policy work</li>
<li>Advancing ACLU policy goals through public education and through organizing and participating in coalitions</li>
<li>Supervising student interns on relevant assignments</li>
<li>Engaging in special projects and other duties as assigned</li>
</ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>FUTURE ACLU'ERS WILL</b></h2>
<ul><li>Be committed to advancing the mission of the ACLU and to the ACLU&rsquo;s historic role as a guardian of free speech and privacy</li>
<li>Center and embed the principles of equity, inclusion and belonging in their work by demonstrating commitment to diversity with an approach that respects and values multiple perspectives</li>
<li>Be committed to work collaboratively and respectfully toward resolving obstacles and conflicts</li>
</ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>WHAT YOU'LL BRING</b></h2>
<ul><li>A J.D. degree</li>
<li>Excellent legal research, writing, and communication skills</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><br>
<p></p>
<ul>
<li>Skill at performing complex legal analytical work</li>
<li>Demonstrated commitment to public-interest law</li>
<li>Proven ability to work independently as well as within a team</li>
<li>Ability to self-start and excellent interpersonal skills</li>
<li>Knowledge of First and/or Fourth Amendment issues is preferred, but not required</li>
<li>Litigation experience is preferred, but not required</li>
</ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>COMPENSATION</b></h2>
<p>
The ACLU has a litigator scale that determines pay for attorneys in our Legal Department. The range of salaries are the following, based on year of law school graduation (please consult the hiring manager for specific salary details, based on individual circumstances)</p>
<ul>
<li>0-2 years since law school graduation: $92,374-$115,393</li>
<li>3-5 years since law school graduation: $129,244-$152,480</li>
<li>6-10 years since law school graduation: $159,461- $179,891</li>
<li>11-15 years since law school graduation: $183,255-$193,657</li>
<li>16-20 years since law school graduation: $195,485-$200,519</li>
<li>21-25 years since law school graduation: $201,534-$205,663</li>
<li>26-30+ years since law school graduation: $206,654- $210,677</li>
</ul>
<p>The ACLU is committed to equity, transparency, and clarity in pay. These salaries are reflective of positions based in New York, NY where are National Offices are headquartered. Salaries are subject to a regional pay adjustment if authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.</p>
<p>
For details on our pay structure, please visit: https://www.aclu.org/careers/ACLU_Geographic_Pay_Structure-July_2024.pdf</p>
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
WHY THE ACLU</b></h2>
<p>
For over 100 years, the ACLU has worked to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. Whether it&rsquo;s ending mass incarceration, achieving full equality for the LGBTQ+ community, establishing new privacy protections for our digital age, or preserving the right to vote or the right to have an abortion, the ACLU takes up the toughest civil liberties cases and issues to defend all people.</p>
<p>
We know that great people make a great organization. We value our people and know that what we offer is essential not just their work, but to their overall well-being.</p>
<p>
At the ACLU, we offer a broad range of benefits, which include:</p>
<ul>
<li>Time away to focus on the things that matter with a generous paid time-off policy</li>
<li>Focus on your well-being with comprehensive healthcare benefits (including medical, dental and vision coverage, parental leave, gender affirming care &amp; fertility treatment)</li>
<li>Plan for your retirement with 401k plan and employer match</li>
<li>We support employee growth and development through annual professional development funds, internal professional development programs and workshops</li>
</ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>OUR COMMITMENT TO ACCESSIBILITY, EQUITY, DIVERSITY &amp; INCLUSION</b></h2>
<p>
Accessibility, equity, diversity and inclusion are core values of the ACLU and central to our work to advance liberty, equality, and justice for all. For us diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusion are not just check-the-box activities, but a chance for us to make long-term meaningful change. We are a community committed to learning and growth, humility and grace, transparency and accountability. We believe in a collective responsibility to create a culture of belonging for all people within our organization &ndash; one that respects and embraces difference; treats everyone equitably; and empowers our colleagues to do the best work possible. We are as committed to anti-oppression, anti-ableism, and anti-racism internally as we are externally. Because whether we&rsquo;re in the courts or in the office, we believe &lsquo;We the People&rsquo; means all of us.</p>
<p>
With this commitment in mind, we strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status and record of arrest or conviction, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.</p>
<p><i>
The ACLU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need assistance applying online, please email </i><i>benefits.hrdept@aclu.org</i><i>. If you are selected for an interview, you will receive additional information regarding how to request an accommodation for the interview process.</i></p></div><p></p>

Staff Attorney, Senior Staff Attorney, or Senior Counsel, Speech, Privacy & Technology Project

Metropolitan Transportation Authority

<div><div><div><div><b>Job ID:</b> 13369</div>
<div><b>Business Unit:</b> MTA Headquarters</div>
<div><b>Location:</b> New York, NY, United States</div>
</div><div><div><b>Regular/Temporary:</b> Regular</div>
<div><b>Department:</b> Labor Relations NYCTA</div>
<div><b>Date Posted:</b> Oct 14, 2025</div>
</div></div><div><p><b>Description</b>
</p><div><div><div><div><div><b>JOB TITLE:</b></div><div><br>
Labor Counsel</div></div><div><div><b><br>
DEPT/DIV:</b></div><div><br>
Labor Relations</div></div><div><div><b><br>
WORK LOCATION:</b></div><div><br>
2 Broadway</div></div><div><div><b><br>
FULL/PART-TIME</b></div><div><br>
FULL</div></div><div><div><b><br>
SALARY RANGE:</b></div><div><br>
$126,288 - $157,860</div></div><div><div><b><br>
DEADLINE:</b></div><div><br>
Until filled</div></div></div><div></div><div><br>
This position is eligible for teleworking, which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective hire date.</div><div></div><p><b><br>
Opening:</b></p><p>
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people across a 5,000-square-mile travel area surrounding New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut. The MTA network comprises the nation&rsquo;s largest bus fleet and more subway and commuter rail cars than all other U.S. transit systems combined. MTA strives to provide a safe and reliable commute, excellent customer service, and rewarding opportunities.</p><p><b>
Position Objective:</b></p><p>
The Labor Counsel is responsible for providing expert legal advice on Labor Relations matters to MTA senior staff and managers. This role represents the authority in disciplinary cases and trials, determines the strategy for litigation, and serves as an advocate in administrative proceedings for the MTA and its agencies.</p><p><b>
Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>
Arbitrations and Administrative Tribunals. Serve as the authority&rsquo;s legal advocate in contract grievances, disciplinary cases, arbitrations, trials, mediations, and administrative proceedings, ensuring that the Authority&rsquo;s position is effectively presented.</li><li>
Formulates litigation strategy and settlements, prepares witnesses, gathers evidence, researches legal issues, drafts legal briefs and other litigation papers, presents oral arguments to arbitrators, mediators, and Administrative Law Judges.</li><li>
Serve as counsel to Authority management, providing day-to-day advice and legal evaluation in connection with disciplinary matters, labor issues, New York State Civil Service Law, contract interpretations, and policy formation.</li><li>
Ensure compliance with the legal obligations required under the collective bargaining agreements as well as under New York State and Federal law.</li><li>
Review labor legislation and formulate the Authority&rsquo;s statement in support/statement in opposition to legislation. Ensure the Authority&rsquo;s position on proposed legislation is delivered timely to the MTA&rsquo;s legislative team.</li><li>
Evaluate evidence, assess possible litigation outcomes, draft disciplinary charges, formulate proposals, day-to-day contact and negotiations with union representatives to resolve litigation matters, and respond to information requests / FOIL requests for information sought by labor.</li><li>
Participate in collective bargaining negotiations, record minutes of collective bargaining negotiations, assist in developing collective bargaining strategies, and ensure the smooth implementation of collectively bargained terms. Negotiate labor contracts within cost guidelines and patterns set by the MTA.</li><li>
Participate in Labor/Management meetings. Prepare minutes from prior Labor/Management meetings. Address and resolve issues without the need for grievances or litigation, and maintain a channel of effective communication with the unions.</li><li>
Other duties as assigned.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Required Qualifications:</b></div><br>
<div></div><ul><li>
With wide latitude for the exercise of independent judgment, decision making and initiative, this position involves presenting the Authority&rsquo;s position in litigated proceedings as well as in day to day incidents involving disciplinary matters; advocating to judges, arbitrators, mediators, unions and senior level management that certain actions are necessary for the operational needs of the Authority and/or the resolution of disputes; proposing strategies to ensure the appropriate resolution of disputes that is consistent with law and the Authority&rsquo;s goals and policies.</li><li>
Preparation of litigation strategy and evidence.</li><li>
Presentation of evidence at arbitrations, administrative proceedings, and disciplinary conferences and trials.</li><li>
Knowledge of the statutory framework of labor relations in New York, including knowledge of New York State Civil Service Law, Administrative Law, and Taylor Law.</li><li>
Knowledge of OATH practice, arbitration, and labor administrative tribunals and their practices.</li><li>
Prioritize the heavy workload and demands of the Labor Relations department as well, to present cases to further the goals of the Authority.</li><li>
The position requires a strong legal advocate while maintaining a balanced approach to labor management issues.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Required Education and Experience:</b></div><br>
<div></div><ul><li>
J.D. degree from an accredited Law School is required.</li><li>
Admitted to practice law in the State of New York is required.</li><li>
Minimum of 6 years of legal experience with primary emphasis on litigation and/or labor relations.</li></ul><p><b>
Other Information</b></p><p>
May need to work outside of normal work hours (i.e., evenings and weekends)</p><p>
Travel may be required to other MTA locations or other external sites.</p><p>
According to the New York State Public Officers Law &amp; the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the &ldquo;Commission&rdquo;).</p><p><b>
Equal Employment Opportunity</b></p><p>
MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including those concerning veteran status and individuals with disabilities.</p><p>
The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.</p></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Labor Counsel

<div><div><div><div><b>Job ID:</b> 13370</div>
<div><b>Business Unit:</b> MTA Headquarters</div>
<div><b>Location:</b> New York, NY, United States</div>
</div><div><div><b>Regular/Temporary:</b> Regular</div>
<div><b>Department:</b> Labor Relations NYCTA</div>
<div><b>Date Posted:</b> Oct 14, 2025</div>
</div></div><div><p><b>Description</b>
</p><div><div><div><div><div><b>JOB TITLE:</b></div><div><br>
Senior Labor Counsel</div></div><div><div><b><br>
DEPT/DIV:</b></div><div><br>
Labor Relations</div></div><div><div><b><br>
WORK LOCATION:</b></div><div><br>
2 Broadway</div></div><div><div><b><br>
FULL/PART-TIME</b></div><div><br>
FULL</div></div><div><div><b><br>
SALARY RANGE:</b></div><div><br>
$145,231 - $181,539</div></div><div><div><b><br>
DEADLINE:</b></div><div><br>
Until filled</div></div></div><div></div><div><br>
This position is eligible for teleworking, which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective hire date.</div><div></div><p><b><br>
Opening:</b></p><p>
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people across a 5,000-square-mile travel area surrounding New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut. The MTA network comprises the nation&rsquo;s largest bus fleet and more subway and commuter rail cars than all other U.S. transit systems combined. MTA strives to provide a safe and reliable commute, excellent customer service, and rewarding opportunities.</p><p><b>
Position Objective:</b></p><p>
This position is accountable for providing legal advice and/or representation in various legal bodies on all labor relations matters associated with the operation of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, its affiliates, and/or subsidiaries. In addition, the selected candidate may participate in labor contract negotiations and implementations of collective bargaining agreements.
</p><p><b>Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>
Provides legal advice and representation, as well as continuous in-house legal guidance to MTA HQ, MTA Agencies, and/or senior staff on a wide variety of litigation and non-litigation labor and related matters.
</li><li>Provide legal and strategic advice concerning ongoing contract negotiations to ensure contract settlements are consistent with the organization&rsquo;s goals and objectives. Assist with developing a plan for increasing MTA organizational effectiveness and efficiencies through proposed modification of collective bargaining contract provisions and practices.
</li><li>Work closely with Agency labor relations teams to review, coordinate, formulate, and establish MTA Labor Relations&rsquo; position on proposed legislation and coordinate the preparation of all related correspondence.</li><li>
Ensure labor policies, practices, and agreements developed during prior MTA HQ and/or individual or various MTA Agencies consolidations are integrated into the development and outcome of future consolidations to maintain consistency throughout MTA HQ departments and/or MTA Agencies.
</li><li>Identify issues of potential conflict arising from the consolidation process and participate in recommending and achieving concrete resolutions. Draft agency policies and reconcile any related inconsistencies.
</li><li>Prepares bulletins, informational memos, and oversees the dissemination of instructional materials aimed at providing MTA HQ management, as well as other MTA Agencies, with the tools needed to properly and effectively navigate the broad array of applicable rules and working conditions resulting from the consolidation process.</li><li>
Works directly with various agency counsels, on behalf of MTA and/or its affiliates, regarding labor relations matters handled by the constituent operating agencies&rsquo; general counsel&rsquo;s offices.</li><li>
Oversees and coordinates with outside counsel on all major labor disputes.</li><li>
Act as a designee for the supervisor in their absence.</li><li>
Other duties as assigned.</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Required Qualifications:</b></div><br>
<div></div><ul><li>
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li><li>
Excellent litigation and organizational skills.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to analyze complex legal and labor contract matters</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to communicate and work with all internal levels of the organization.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact well with external agencies. External agencies may include the Governor&rsquo;s Office for New York State, the New York City government, elected and other public officials, as well as any staff located at other federal or state agencies or authorities.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to effectively work in a high-profile and high-pressure environment.</li><li>
Must have strong managerial skills to effectively direct a staff of professional and technical employees in implementing the short- and long-term goals and direction for the area of responsibility.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to complete short- and long-term projects effectively and as efficiently as possible.</li><li>
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or comparable applications, i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook</li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Required Education and Experience:</b></div><br>
<div></div><ul><li>
Juris Doctorate Degree required.
</li><li>A minimum of eight to ten years of experience in labor law or labor relations.
</li><li>Must have had direct involvement and experience in significant labor contract negotiations and managed important litigation.
</li><li>Must possess the proven ability to manage a variety of complex matters concurrently.</li><li>
Must have excellent legal and labor relations skills, including analysis of issues.</li><li>
Must have the ability to interact with and assist a broad range of MTA employees and officials</li><li>
Must have excellent written and oral communication skills with athe bility to work under pressure and manage a diverse case load.</li></ul><p><b>
Other Information</b></p><p>
May need to work outside of normal work hours (i.e., evenings and weekends)</p><p>
Travel may be required to other MTA locations or other external sites.</p><p>
According to the New York State Public Officers Law &amp; the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the &ldquo;Commission&rdquo;).</p><p><b>
Equal Employment Opportunity</b></p><p>
MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including those concerning veteran status and individuals with disabilities.</p><p>
The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.</p></div></div></div></div><p></p>

Senior Labor Counsel

TikTok

Legal
<br><br>
eDiscovery Counsel
<br><br>
Location
<br>:
<br><br>
New York
<br><br>
Employment Type
<br>:
<br><br>
Regular
<br><br>
Job Code
<br>:
<br><br>
A70904
<br><br>
Responsibilities
<br><br>
Our Global Legal team provides key support for all TikTok’s innovative initiatives, state-of-the-art products, and integrated platforms servicing our global video market. We help our technological and business teams enable their vision by providing integrated legal guidance and support. The TikTok team is growing fast and is seeking highly experienced, bright and capable legal professionals to join the team. As a subject matter expert team in the Global Legal department, the Global Litigation team handles litigation matters involving TikTok in all the regions in which TikTok operates, including the United States. The following describes the responsibilities and requirements for the role.
<br><br>
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented discovery counsel to join our team. This is a key supporting position that will help drive effective discovery strategy and execution across a variety of legal matters. This role will sit in the Global Litigation team with other eDiscovery attorneys on the team and will provide support to attorneys leading various litigation matters.
<br><br>
<b>Responsibilities:</b><br>
<ul>
<li>Collaborate with the eDiscovery team and other stakeholders to help create cutting-edge solutions, playbooks and develop best practices for general discovery and eDiscovery in the U.S. and Canada.</li>
<li>Apply legal, eDiscovery, data privacy principles and information governance knowledge when partnering with in-house teams and outside counsel on active litigation, regulatory, and investigation matters. Support 26(f) preparation and discovery related negotiations including ESI protocols, review of discovery responses, protective orders, Rule 502(d) orders and preservation agreements.</li>
<li>Apply legal, eDiscovery, data privacy principles and information governance knowledge when partnering with in-house teams and outside counsel on active litigation, regulatory, and investigation matters. Support 26(f) preparation and discovery related negotiations including ESI protocols, review of discovery responses, protective orders, Rule 502(d) orders and preservation agreements.</li>
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Qualifications
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<b>Minimum Qualifications:</b><br>
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<li>Bachelor’s degree and Juris Doctorate from an ABA accredited law school.</li>
<li>5+ years of experience as a practicing attorney, with a focus on eDiscovery/litigation.</li>
<li>A combination of experience in private practice and a corporate litigation department in a matrix organization with a highly regarded firm and organization (tech or media, preferred).</li>
<li>Strong knowledge and experience with U.S. and Canada legal and regulatory obligations related to litigation, discovery, and information governance is required.</li>
<li>Experience with and skilled at learning complex technology quickly and translating highly technical issues into lay terms and persuasive legal arguments.</li>
<li>Demonstrated judgment, personal integrity, and inter-personal skills. Strong ability to work as a team player who can effectively collaborate with colleagues from the Global Legal team and business stakeholders.</li>
<li>Member in good standing of the California or New York bar association or another bar association with the ability to register as in-house counsel in California or New York.</li>
</ul>
<b>Preferred Qualifications:</b><br>
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<li>Prefer experience with the Stored Communications Act.</li>
<li>Document review management, e-discovery, data privacy and information governance.</li>
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Job Information
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【For Pay Transparency】Compensation Description (Annually)
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The base salary range for this position in the selected city is $170667 - $319200 annually.
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Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience, and location. Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and this role may be eligible for additional discretionary bonuses/incentives, and restricted stock units.
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Benefits may vary depending on the nature of employment and the country work location. Employees have day one access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) savings plan with company match, paid parental leave, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, wellbeing benefits, among others. Employees also receive 10 paid holidays per year, 10 paid sick days per year and 17 days of Paid Personal Time (prorated upon hire with increasing accruals by tenure).
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The Company reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice.
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<b>For Los Angeles County (unincorporated) Candidates:</b><br>
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Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Our company believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:
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1. Interacting and occasionally having unsupervised contact with internal/external clients and/or colleagues;
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2. Appropriately handling and managing confidential information including proprietary and trade secret information and access to information technology systems; and
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3. Exercising sound judgment.
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About TikTok
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TikTok is the leading destination for short-form mobile video. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. TikTok's global headquarters are in Los Angeles and Singapore, and we also have offices in New York City, London, Dublin, Paris, Berlin, Dubai, Jakarta, Seoul, and Tokyo.
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Why Join Us
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Inspiring creativity is at the core of TikTok's mission. Our innovative product is built to help people authentically express themselves, discover and connect – and our global, diverse teams make that possible. Together, we create value for our communities, inspire creativity and bring joy - a mission we work towards every day.
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We strive to do great things with great people. We lead with curiosity, humility, and a desire to make impact in a rapidly growing tech company. Every challenge is an opportunity to learn and innovate as one team. We're resilient and embrace challenges as they come. By constantly iterating and fostering an "Always Day 1" mindset, we achieve meaningful breakthroughs for ourselves, our company, and our users. When we create and grow together, the possibilities are limitless. Join us.
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Diversity & Inclusion
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TikTok is committed to creating an inclusive space where employees are valued for their skills, experiences, and unique perspectives. Our platform connects people from across the globe and so does our workplace. At TikTok, our mission is to inspire creativity and bring joy. To achieve that goal, we are committed to celebrating our diverse voices and to creating an environment that reflects the many communities we reach. We are passionate about this and hope you are too.
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TikTok Accommodation
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TikTok is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in our recruitment processes for candidates with disabilities, pregnancy, sincerely held religious beliefs or other reasons protected by applicable laws. If you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to us at
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https://tinyurl.com/RA-request

eDiscovery Counsel

Roku

<div>
 Teamwork makes the stream work.
 <p>
  &nbsp;
 </p>
 <strong>
  Roku is changing how the world watches TV
 </strong>
 <p>
  Roku is the #1 TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, and we've set our sights on powering every television in the world. Roku pioneered streaming to the TV. Our mission is to be the TV streaming platform that connects the entire TV ecosystem. We connect consumers to the content they love, enable content publishers to build and monetize large audiences, and provide advertisers unique capabilities to engage consumers.
 </p>
 <p>
  From your first day at Roku, you'll make a valuable - and valued - contribution. We're a fast-growing public company where no one is a bystander. We offer you the opportunity to delight millions of TV streamers around the world while gaining meaningful experience across a variety of disciplines.
 </p>
 <p>
  &nbsp;
 </p>
 <strong>
  About the role
 </strong>
 <p>
  Roku, Inc. is seeking a Senior Counsel, Business and Legal Affairs (Employment) to join its growing legal team. You will work closely with Roku&rsquo;s Legal and cross-functional teams advising on a wide variety of employment-related matters. The successful candidate must have a strong working knowledge of employment and labor laws and hands-on experience translating legal requirements into actionable advice for the People and other teams. The role requires an entrepreneurial mindset that enables you to work independently. The role may be based in Roku&rsquo;s New York or San Jose offices, and is subject to Roku&rsquo;s hybrid work policy of in office Monday - Thursday.
 </p>
 <p>
  <span>
   For California Only and New York -
  </span>
  The estimated annual salary for this position is between $230,000 - $260,000 annually. Compensation packages are based on factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, certifications, and specific geographical location. This role is eligible for health insurance, equity awards, life insurance, disability benefits, parental leave, wellness benefits, and paid time off.
 </p>
 <strong>
  What you&rsquo;ll be doing
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Provide advice and counsel to the People Business Partner, People Shared Services, Compensation &amp; Benefits, and other partner team on a broad range of employment issues including hiring, performance management, discipline and separations, reorganizations, wage and hour compliance, pay equity and transparency, contingent worker/contractor issues, reasonable accommodations, leaves of absence, privacy, benefits, workplace investigations, and other employment-related matters.
  </li>
  <li>
   Review and provide guidance on the development of global employee practices, policies, and procedures.
  </li>
  <li>
   Research and monitor employment-related legal developments and engage proactively to drive compliance and implement risk-mitigating strategies.
  </li>
  <li>
   Draft and negotiate employment offers and agreements, separation and settlement agreements and other employment-related agreements and documents.
  </li>
  <li>
   Review and advise on contractual agreements with third-party service providers, vendors, and/or staffing agencies, and internal processes and practices related to engagement of third-party workers.&nbsp;
  </li>
  <li>
   Advise on complex and/or sensitive employment matters and help resolve matters through pre-dispute resolution and positioning Roku for potential employment litigation.
  </li>
  <li>
   Manage employment-related claims and litigation, including managing outside counsel and responding to administrative charges, complaints, attorney letters, settlement demands and claims globally. Negotiate appropriate resolutions to claims and other pending matters.
  </li>
  <li>
   Assist with preparing, reviewing and implementing training programs.
  </li>
  <li>
   Assist with other projects as needed.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  We&rsquo;re excited if you have
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   JD with at least 7 years of experience handling employment and labor issues in a demanding and innovative business and legal environment
  </li>
  <li>
   Expertise in employment counseling with a strong understanding of state and federal employment and labor laws (with an emphasis on California, Texas, and New York)
  </li>
  <li>
   Prior in-house experience strongly preferred
  </li>
  <li>
   Admission to the New York or California Bar preferred
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience advising on employment and labor issues unique to the technology and/or entertainment/content production industries preferred
  </li>
  <li>
   Knowledge of international employment and labor laws a plus
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong Microsoft Office skills including Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, utilizing effective organizational skills to prioritize and manage deadlines for multiple simultaneous projects for multiple stakeholders
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-department and cross-functional role
  </li>
  <li>
   Willingness to actively suggest process improvements in the course of completing assignments
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong written and oral communication skills, attention to detail and good judgment
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  Benefits
 </strong>
 <p>
  Roku is committed to offering a diverse range of benefits as part of our compensation package to support our employees and their families. Our comprehensive benefits include global access to mental health and financial wellness support and resources. Local benefits include statutory and voluntary benefits which may include healthcare (medical, dental, and vision), life, accident, disability, commuter, and retirement options (401(k)/pension). Our employees can take time off work for vacation and other personal reasons to balance their evolving work and life needs. It's important to note that not every benefit is available in all locations or for every role. For details specific to your location, please consult with your recruiter.
 </p>
 <p>
  &nbsp;
 </p>
 <strong>
  The Roku Culture
 </strong>
 <p>
  Roku is a great place for people who want to work in a fast-paced environment where everyone is focused on the company's success rather than their own. We try to surround ourselves with people who are great at their jobs, who are easy to work with, and who keep their egos in check. We appreciate a sense of humor. We believe a fewer number of very talented folks can do more for less cost than a larger number of less talented teams. We're independent thinkers with big ideas who act boldly, move fast and accomplish extraordinary things through collaboration and trust. In short, at Roku you'll be part of a company that's changing how the world watches TV.
 </p>
 <p>
  We have a unique culture that we are proud of. We think of ourselves primarily as problem-solvers, which itself is a two-part idea. We come up with the solution, but the solution isn't real until it is built and delivered to the customer. That penchant for action gives us a pragmatic approach to innovation, one that has served us well since 2002.
 </p>
 <p>
  To learn more about Roku, our global footprint, and how we've grown, visit https://www.weareroku.com/factsheet.
 </p>
 <p>
  By providing your information, you acknowledge that you want Roku to contact you about job roles, that you have read Roku's Applicant Privacy Notice, and understand that Roku will use your information as described in that notice. If you do not wish to receive any communications from Roku regarding this role or similar roles in the future, you may unsubscribe here at any time.
 </p>
</div>


Senior Counsel of Business & Legal Affairs - Employment

<div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Teamwork makes the stream work.</b></h2><br>
<p></p>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Roku is changing how the world watches TV</b></h3>
<p>
Roku is the #1 TV streaming platform in the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, and we've set our sights on powering every television in the world. Roku pioneered streaming to the TV. Our mission is to be the TV streaming platform that connects the entire TV ecosystem. We connect consumers to the content they love, enable content publishers to build and monetize large audiences, and provide advertisers unique capabilities to engage consumers.</p>
<p>
From your first day at Roku, you'll make a valuable - and valued - contribution. We're a fast-growing public company where no one is a bystander. We offer you the opportunity to delight millions of TV streamers around the world while gaining meaningful experience across a variety of disciplines.</p><br>
<p></p>
</div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
About the role</b></h3>
<p>
Roku, Inc. is seeking a Senior Counsel, Business and Legal Affairs (Employment) to join its growing legal team. You will work closely with Roku&rsquo;s Legal and cross-functional teams advising on a wide variety of employment-related matters. The successful candidate must have a strong working knowledge of employment and labor laws and hands-on experience translating legal requirements into actionable advice for the People and other teams. The role requires an entrepreneurial mindset that enables you to work independently. The role may be based in Roku&rsquo;s New York or San Jose offices, and is subject to Roku&rsquo;s hybrid work policy of in office Monday - Thursday.</p>
<p>
For California Only and New York - The estimated annual salary for this position is between $230,000 - $260,000 annually. Compensation packages are based on factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, certifications, and specific geographical location. This role is eligible for health insurance, equity awards, life insurance, disability benefits, parental leave, wellness benefits, and paid time off.</p>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
What you&rsquo;ll be doing</b></h3>
<ul><li>Provide advice and counsel to the People Business Partner, People Shared Services, Compensation &amp; Benefits, and other partner team on a broad range of employment issues including hiring, performance management, discipline and separations, reorganizations, wage and hour compliance, pay equity and transparency, contingent worker/contractor issues, reasonable accommodations, leaves of absence, privacy, benefits, workplace investigations, and other employment-related matters.</li>
<li>Review and provide guidance on the development of global employee practices, policies, and procedures.</li>
<li>Research and monitor employment-related legal developments and engage proactively to drive compliance and implement risk-mitigating strategies.</li>
<li>Draft and negotiate employment offers and agreements, separation and settlement agreements and other employment-related agreements and documents.</li>
<li>Review and advise on contractual agreements with third-party service providers, vendors, and/or staffing agencies, and internal processes and practices related to engagement of third-party workers.</li>
<li>Advise on complex and/or sensitive employment matters and help resolve matters through pre-dispute resolution and positioning Roku for potential employment litigation.</li>
<li>Manage employment-related claims and litigation, including managing outside counsel and responding to administrative charges, complaints, attorney letters, settlement demands and claims globally. Negotiate appropriate resolutions to claims and other pending matters.</li>
<li>Assist with preparing, reviewing and implementing training programs.</li>
<li>Assist with other projects as needed.</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>We&rsquo;re excited if you have</b></h3>
<ul><li>JD with at least 7 years of experience handling employment and labor issues in a demanding and innovative business and legal environment</li>
<li>Expertise in employment counseling with a strong understanding of state and federal employment and labor laws (with an emphasis on California, Texas, and New York)</li>
<li>Prior in-house experience strongly preferred</li>
<li>Admission to the New York or California Bar preferred</li>
<li>Experience advising on employment and labor issues unique to the technology and/or entertainment/content production industries preferred</li>
<li>Knowledge of international employment and labor laws a plus</li>
<li>Strong Microsoft Office skills including Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint</li>
<li>Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, utilizing effective organizational skills to prioritize and manage deadlines for multiple simultaneous projects for multiple stakeholders</li>
<li>Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-department and cross-functional role</li>
<li>Willingness to actively suggest process improvements in the course of completing assignments</li>
<li>Strong written and oral communication skills, attention to detail and good judgment</li>
</ul><h6 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>#LI-FA1</b></h6><div>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Benefits</b></h3>
<p>
Roku is committed to offering a diverse range of benefits as part of our compensation package to support our employees and their families. Our comprehensive benefits include global access to mental health and financial wellness support and resources. Local benefits include statutory and voluntary benefits which may include healthcare (medical, dental, and vision), life, accident, disability, commuter, and retirement options (401(k)/pension). Our employees can take time off work for vacation and other personal reasons to balance their evolving work and life needs. It's important to note that not every benefit is available in all locations or for every role. For details specific to your location, please consult with your recruiter.</p><br>
<p></p>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
The Roku Culture</b></h3>
<p>
Roku is a great place for people who want to work in a fast-paced environment where everyone is focused on the company's success rather than their own. We try to surround ourselves with people who are great at their jobs, who are easy to work with, and who keep their egos in check. We appreciate a sense of humor. We believe a fewer number of very talented folks can do more for less cost than a larger number of less talented teams. We're independent thinkers with big ideas who act boldly, move fast and accomplish extraordinary things through collaboration and trust. In short, at Roku you'll be part of a company that's changing how the world watches TV.</p>
<p>
We have a unique culture that we are proud of. We think of ourselves primarily as problem-solvers, which itself is a two-part idea. We come up with the solution, but the solution isn't real until it is built and delivered to the customer. That penchant for action gives us a pragmatic approach to innovation, one that has served us well since 2002.</p>
<p>
To learn more about Roku, our global footprint, and how we've grown, visit https://www.weareroku.com/factsheet.</p>
<p>
By providing your information, you acknowledge that you want Roku to contact you about job roles, that you have read Roku's Applicant Privacy Notice, and understand that Roku will use your information as described in that notice. If you do not wish to receive any communications from Roku regarding this role or similar roles in the future, you may unsubscribe here at any time.</p></div></div>

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