Special Counsel, Federal Initiatives (3740)

Executive Division

Special Counsel, Federal Initiatives – New York City

Reference No. EXEC_NYC_SC/FED_3740

Application Accepted Until Position Filled |Applications Reviewed on a Rolling Basis

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

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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.

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
•  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.