Special Counsel, Federal Initiatives (3740)

Executive Division

Special Counsel, Federal Initiatives – New York City

Reference No. EXEC_NYC_SC/FED_3740

Applications Accepted Until Position Filled

Applications Reviewed on a Rolling Basis

The Office of the New York State Attorney General (OAG) is seeking highly motivated and experienced litigators to serve as Special Counsels on the Federal Initiatives team in the Executive Division. Special Counsels will join and lead litigation teams protecting the rights of New Yorkers. The Federal Initiatives team focuses on federal actions, laws, and regulations that impact immigrants’ rights, LGBTQ rights, workers’ rights, climate change, reproductive health, healthcare and public health, economic equity, racial equity, and discrimination. This position is in the New York City office.

In addition to litigation, Special Counsels will monitor legal and regulatory changes for their impact on New Yorkers and draft policy papers and recommendations. Depending on their area of focus, Special Counsels will also collaborate with community groups, other states, state agencies, local governments, nonprofits, and private attorneys.

Qualifications:

• At least seven (7) years of post-graduate civil litigation experience in federal and New York state courts with experience handling constitutional litigation and actions under the Administrative Procedure Act;
• Experience coordinating with broad-based litigation teams;
• Excellent legal analysis, legal writing and editing, and oral advocacy skills; and
• Experience building and maintaining coalitions.

Applicants must reside in (or intend to soon become a resident of) New York state and be admitted to practice law in New York state. In addition, the Public Officers Law requires that OAG attorneys be citizens of the United States. A two (2) year commitment upon being hired is a condition of employment.

The salary range for this position is $81,159 - $173,265 + $3,400 in location pay. To learn more about attorney compensation, please visit the following page:

ag.ny.gov/sites/default/files/assistant_attorney_general_compensation.pdf

As an employee of OAG, you will join a team of dedicated individuals who work to serve the people of our state through a wide variety of occupations. We offer a comprehensive New York state benefits package, including paid leave, health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits, and family-friendly policies. Additionally, OAG offers a robust Workplace Flexibilities Program with multiple options for employees, including telecommuting (up to two days per week) and alternative work schedules.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications must be submitted online. To apply, please visit ag.ny.gov/job-postings/attorneys

Applicants must be prepared to submit a complete application consisting of the following:

• Cover Letter
• You may address your letter to the Legal Recruitment Unit.
• Indicate why you are interested in this position and what makes you a strong candidate. You may wish to include information about what life experiences you will bring to the position that will enhance OAG’s ability to better serve the diverse population of this state.
• Resume
• Legal Writing Sample
• List of three (3) references
• Only submit professional references, supervisory references are preferred.
• For each reference, indicate the nature and duration of your relationship.
• Include contact information and email addresses for each reference.
• Please note that your references will not be contacted until after you interview for the position.

If you have questions regarding a position with OAG, the application process, or need assistance with submitting your application, please contact Legal Recruitment via email at recruitment@ag.ny.gov or phone at 212-416-8080.

For more information about OAG, please visit our website: ag.ny.gov