NY HELP No Agency Attorney General, Office of the Title Assistant Attorney General: Enforcement Section, Charities Bureau (3765) Occupational Category Legal Salary Grade NS Bargaining Unit M/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented) Salary Range From $84559 to $176665 Annually Employment Type Full-Time Appointment Type Permanent Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class Travel Percentage 0% Workweek Mon-Fri Hours Per Week 37.5 Workday From 8:30 AM To 5 PM Flextime allowed? No Mandatory overtime? No Compressed workweek allowed? Yes Telecommuting allowed? Yes County New York Street Address 28 Liberty Street City New York State NY Zip Code 10005 Duties Description Social Justice DivisionCharities Bureau, Enforcement Section – New York City Assistant Attorney GeneralReference No. CHA/ES_NYC_AAG_3765Application Deadline: March 7, 2025Salary Range: $81,159 - $173,265 + $3,400 in location payTo be considered for this opportunity, submit a complete application online at ag.ny.gov/job-postings/attorneysThe Office of the New York State Attorney General (OAG) is seeking an experienced litigator for its New York City office to serve as an Assistant Attorney General in the Enforcement Section of the Charities Bureau. The selected candidate will join a team of attorneys who are responsible for conducting complex investigations and litigation into frauds, breaches of duty, and other violations of New York's law governing the charitable sector.The Enforcement Section of the Charities Bureau works to protect the mission and resources of New York’s charities by holding charitable organizations, their officers, directors, employees, and various third parties accountable. New York is the national and international center for funding and innovation in nonprofit organizations, and the Charities Bureau is a national leader in effective regulation of charitable not-for-profit entities. The enforcement actions by OAG’s Charities Bureau include litigation that led to the dissolution of the Trump Foundation; litigation against the National Rifle Association of America, a New York chartered charitable organization, and members of its leadership, which resulted in a jury verdict finding all defendants liable and a judgment after a second bench trial ordering millions of dollars in restitution payments by individuals and governance and other remedial reforms by the organization; investigations and litigation concerning the institutional response to clergy sexual abuse by the dioceses of the Roman Catholic Church in New York; and investigations that revealed a kickback scheme between a real estate developer and senior church officials in connection with the sale or lease of church properties. Minimum Qualifications Applicants should be committed to public service, interested in developing expertise in this field, and willing to engage in high level and challenging civil investigations and litigation. The attorney selected for this position can expect to have substantial opportunities and responsibilities for written and oral advocacy and direct involvement in developing and implementing case strategy.Applicants should have a minimum of three (3) years of litigation experience, including experience in complex litigation and electronic discovery. Applicants must also possess excellent research, analytical, communication, and organizational skills, and write clearly and persuasively. Additionally, applicants should be dedicated and motivated attorneys who can work independently and interact with a diverse group of colleagues, members of the public, and other government regulators.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. Additional Comments 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.pdfAs 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 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 at ag.ny.gov/job-postings/attorney. 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.