Senior Enforcement Counsel: Consumer Frauds Bureau (3756)

Economic Justice Division

Consumer Frauds and Protection Bureau – New York City

Senior Enforcement Counsel

Reference No. CFP_NYC_SEC_3756

Applications Accepted on a Rolling Basis

Salary Range: $81,159 - $173,265 + $3,400 in location pay

To be considered for this opportunity, you must submit a complete application via this link.

The Office of the New York State Attorney General (OAG) is seeking a highly motivated and experienced attorney for a Senior Enforcement Counsel (SEC) position with the Consumer Frauds and Protection Bureau (CFP) in the New York City office. The OAG is committed to protecting New Yorkers by robustly enforcing state and federal consumer protections and prohibitions on corporate abuse. The selected attorney will advance economic justice in New York state by directly contributing to CFP’s critical and ongoing enforcement work. The SEC will report directly to the Bureau Chief and Deputy Bureau Chief.

Unfair and deceptive trade practices are a serious problem in the United States threatening the proper functioning of the American marketplace. Additionally, these practices have a significant and adverse effect on communities of color, financially vulnerable consumers, and honest businesses costing those who are impacted billions of dollars each year. CFP enforces consumer protection laws and pursues civil prosecutions against businesses and individuals engaged in fraudulent, misleading, deceptive, or illegal trade practices. Cases typically seek injunctive relief, restitution for consumers, costs, and penalties.

The selected attorney will join CFP’s vibrant enforcement team that is committed to protecting the interests of the most vulnerable New Yorkers from deceptive and fraudulent practices. CFP conducts investigations and litigates in a variety of areas involving consumer protection that often have national impact. CFP covers a wide portfolio of consumer issues, with a focus on predatory lending, debt collection, housing, banking and alternative financial services, student lending, telecommunications, and health claims.

Qualifications:

• • • • A minimum of ten (10) years of civil litigation experience is required, and candidates must have demonstrated experience in consumer protection and affirmative litigation in federal and state courts.
      • Experience in consumer issues in the areas of financial services, student lending, and/or mortgage servicing is preferred.
      • Excellent analytical, organizational, research, oral advocacy, and legal writing skills, including experience editing the writing of other attorneys.
      • Strong organizational, interpersonal communication, relationship management, problem solving, and teamwork skills.
      • Prior experience supervising, coaching, and mentoring attorneys and support staff is a plus.
      • Experience managing and participating in multi-state or multi-agency investigations is also a plus.
      • Fluency in other languages in addition to English is a plus, but not required.

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.

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. Please be advised that applications will be accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis. Therefore, you are encouraged to submit your application as soon as possible to ensure consideration.

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.