Qualifications:
• Applicants must have at least six (6) years of criminal prosecution and/or criminal defense experience, including substantial homicide trial and investigation experience.
• Excellent legal writing and research skills, along with strong organizational, interpersonal communication and teamwork skills are required.
• Prior experience investigating complex cases in the grand jury is a plus.
• Prior experience handling cases involving issues of causation, justification or complex felony prosecutions is preferred.
• Prior experience working with and in diverse communities and doing community outreach is also a plus.
• On an as-needed basis, the availability to work outside of usual business hours and to travel outside the county of employment.
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.
Duties Description The Office of the New York State Attorney General is seeking experienced prosecutors to serve as Assistant Attorneys General (AAG) in the Office of Special Investigation (OSI). OSI’s members investigate incidents throughout the state in which a police officer or a peace officer (including a corrections officer) has caused the death of a person. If warranted, OSI’s attorneys seek charges in connection with the incident and prosecute any resulting indictment. The AAG position provides a unique and exciting opportunity to join a team of experienced prosecutors, legal support staff and detective investigators who work together to strengthen public trust in the criminal justice system. Positions are available in New York City, Poughkeepsie, Albany and Buffalo and report to either OSI’s Upstate or Downstate Deputy Bureau Chiefs.
Additional Comments As an employee of the OAG, you will join a team of dedicated individuals who work to serve the people of our State through a wide variety of occupations. To learn more about AAG compensation, please visit the following page: https://ag.ny.gov/sites/default/files/assistant_attorney_general_compensation.pdf. We offer a comprehensive New York State benefits package, including paid leave, health, dental, vision and retirement benefits, and family-friendly policies. Additionally, the OAG offers a robust Workplace Flexibilities Program with multiple options for employees, including telecommuting (up to two days per week) and alternative work schedules.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Legal Recruitment Unit
Telephone 2124168080
Fax
Email Address recruitment@ag.ny.gov
Address
Street NYS Office of the Attorney General
Legal Recruitment Bureau – 28 Liberty St
City New York
State NY
Zip Code 10005
Notes on Applying HOW TO APPLY
Applications must be submitted online. www.ag.ny.gov/job-postings
Reference No. OSI_AAG_3616
Applicants must be prepared to submit a complete application consisting of the following:
• Cover Letter
? You may address to Legal Recruitment.
? Include your location preference(s): New York City, Poughkeepsie, Albany or Buffalo.
? 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 the Bureau’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.
? Indicate the nature and duration of your relationship to each reference.
? Include contact information and email addresses for each reference.
? Please note, your references will not be contacted until after you interview for the position.
If you have questions regarding a position with the OAG and 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 the OAG, please visit our website: www.ag.ny.gov