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Attorney: Criminal Appellate or Clerkship Experience (3806)

New York State Civil Service • New York, NY • 2h ago

NY HELP No

Agency Attorney General, Office of the

Title Attorney: Criminal Appellate or Clerkship Experience (3806)

Occupational Category Legal

Salary Grade NS

Bargaining Unit M/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary Range From $87594 to $182463 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 Division Labor Bureau, Employment Security Section - New York CityAssistant Attorney General Reference No. LAB/ESSNYCAAG_3835Application Deadline: November 21, 2025Salary Range: $83,594 - $178,463, plus $4,000 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's (OAG) Labor Bureau is seeking an attorney to serve in the Employment Security Section and defend against state and federal court challenges to the New York State Department of Labor's (DOL) enforcement of labor laws, and defend the DOL's and other agencies' decisions in the Appellate Division, Third Department. This position reports to the Employment Security Section Chief and is based at OAG's New York City office. The Employment Security Section represents the DOL on appeals to the Appellate Division, Third Department, from decisions of the Unemployment Insurance Appeal Board relating to the eligibility of individuals for unemployment insurance benefits and the obligation of employers to pay unemployment insurance contributions. The section also handles other defensive litigation involving the unemployment insurance program in both state and federal courts and represents the interests of the Unemployment Insurance Division in bankruptcy cases, foreclosures, and other multi-party litigation involving the distribution of limited funds to creditors.

Minimum Qualifications Qualifications: - A minimum of three (3) years of post-graduate legal experience, preferably with a focus on appellate practice and/or complex civil litigation; - Excellent legal analysis, legal writing and editing, and oral advocacy skills; - Strong organizational, interpersonal communication, problem solving, and teamwork skills; - Knowledge of major state and federal labor employment laws, particularly Article 18 of the Labor Law is desirable; - Knowledge of bankruptcy law generally or as it applies to taxing authorities is a plus; - A demonstrated commitment to public service; and- Fluency in Spanish is also a plus. 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 $83,594 - $178,463 plus $4,000 in location pay. To learn more about attorney compensation, please visit the following page:ag.ny.gov/sites/default/files/assistantattorneygeneral_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. 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- Reference List: Submit a list of three (3) 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.

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