Legal Support Analyst, Protect Our Homes Initiative (6379)

Executive Division

Protect Our Homes Initiative – New York City

Legal Support Analyst

Reference No. EXEC/POHI_NYC_LSA_6379

Application Deadline: April 18, 2025

Salary is $60,917 + $3,400 in location pay

To be considered for this opportunity, submit a complete application online at ag.ny.gov/job-postings/other

The Office of the New York State Attorney General (OAG) is seeking a talented and motivated candidate for a Legal Support Analyst (LSA) position in the Executive Division. The LSA will support OAG’s Protect Our Homes Initiative (POHI) which seeks to preserve ownership by protecting New York homeowners from fraud and scams. Applicants who are available to work in this position for at least two (2) years are preferred.

In 2020, OAG launched the POHI to protect homeowners from deed-theft scams through community education and outreach, enforcement actions, and policy and legislative proposals. Deed theft is a real estate scam that targets vulnerable homeowners who are in financial distress but have equity in their home. Through misrepresentation or fraud, homeowners are induced into signing over title to their property. This puts homeowners at risk of losing their home, often their primary financial asset, and facing possible eviction from their communities. The OAG has organized an interdisciplinary team with expertise in both criminal and civil enforcement to support the POHI. The LSA is a key member of this team and will provide investigative and legal support, complete policy analysis assignments, and engage in community outreach and education.

Duties:

Investigative and Legal Support Functions

• • Analyzing complaint information and other data to identify misconduct and opportunities for enforcement;
  • Developing metrics, statistics, and other tracking methods to measure, assess, and archive this data;
  • Investigating complaints, including interviewing witnesses, conducting research, and reviewing documents;
  • Drafting subpoenas, processing documents turned over during discovery, preparing demonstrative exhibits, and aiding attorneys in investigations.
  • Coordinating with other OAG bureaus and departments, including the Research and Analytics Department, Consumer Frauds and Protection Bureau, Criminal Division, and Regional Offices on enforcement matters.

Policy Analysis, Community Outreach, and Public Education Functions

• Preparing fact sheets, talking points, educational resources, presentations, and other materials;
• Fostering productive relationships with organizations, public officials, law enforcement agencies, and other stakeholders;
  • Attending and coordinating meetings, visits, and other outreach events;
• Coordinating, as needed, with OAG’s Communications, Intergovernmental Affairs, and Policy and Legislative teams to provide information and support for related priorities, initiatives, and outreach strategies; and
  • Working collaboratively with OAG attorneys and legal support staff.

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree is required;
• Through either work experience or course study, applicants must be familiar with public policy, racial justice, fair housing, and/or consumer protection issues;
• Strong technology skills are preferred, including using MS Access and Excel to manage data sets, proficiency with Lexis/Nexis or similar research databases, conducting strategic internet searches and preserving webpages, and using presentation software such as PowerPoint;
• Excellent research, analytic, organization, communication (verbal and written), and presentation skills;
• Proactive and self-directed with effective time management skills;
• Adept at learning and assimilating new and complex information; and
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with all levels of staff.

The annual salary for this position is $60,917 plus $3,400 in location pay. 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.

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The OAG is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online. 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
• Writing Sample: Your sample should demonstrate your ability to analyze and organize information into an effective document that is well-organized and error-free. If needed, please include a cover page to provide the reviewer with any relevant context or background information.

List of three (3) references: Submit only 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.