NY HELPS No
55-b/c Eligible No
Agency Attorney General, Office of the
Title Attorney: Prosecute Medicaid Fraud/Nursing Home Abuse (3926)
Occupational Category Legal
Salary Grade NS
Bargaining Unit M/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary Range From $91506 to $190644 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
Internship No
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 Rockland
Street Address One Blue Hill Plaza
City Pearl River
State NY
Zip Code 10965
Duties Description Criminal Justice Division Medicaid Fraud Control Unit - Pearl River (Rockland County)Special Assistant Attorney General Reference No. MFCUPRSAAG_3926Application Deadline is December 4, 2026Salary Range: $87,356 - $186,494 + $4,150 in location pay To 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) Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU) seeks an attorney with experience prosecuting and/or investigating complex financial wrongdoing to serve as a Special Assistant Attorney General in its Pearl River office in Rockland County. MFCU attorneys lead collaborative, team-based investigations with the unit's forensic accountants/auditors, detectives, and analysts to identify and prosecute financial fraud in the healthcare industry and abuse and neglect of residents in healthcare facilities, present evidence to grand juries, and conduct evidentiary hearings and trials in state courts.The Medicaid program provides health coverage to millions of New Yorkers, including low-income persons, children, elderly adults, and people with developmental disabilities. MFCU is the nation's premier law enforcement agency charged with ensuring the financial integrity of New York state's $124 billion Medicaid program by investigating healthcare providers, such as pharmaceutical companies, doctors, hospitals, and nursing homes, who engage in Medicaid billing schemes that cause harm to Medicaid recipients and the loss of millions of dollars to the state of New York. MFCU also works to protect elderly and disabled New Yorkers by investigating reports of abuse and neglect in nursing homes and other residential health care facilities in the state. Possessing both civil and criminal enforcement powers, MFCU uses various state laws to bring civil actions and criminal proceedings, including asset forfeiture actions. Many of the unit's investigations are conducted in coordination with other federal, state, or local government and prosecutorial agencies, and have resulted in large-scale criminal convictions and the recovery of millions of dollars of taxpayer money.Several matters that highlight MFCU's important work include OAG's report concerning neglect of nursing home residents across New York state during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the recent filing of four major lawsuits against nursing homes, including Centers Health Care, Cold Spring Hills Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation, The Villages of Orleans Health and Rehabilitation Center, and Fulton Commons Care Center, Inc. Additional significant cases include securing settlements of more than $13 million in takedown of transportation companies for defrauding Medicaid and the conviction and sentencing of taxi company owners for stealing millions from Medicaid.
Minimum Qualifications Qualifications:- A minimum of four (4) years of practice experience, including grand jury, trial and/or substantial complex business litigation practice that must include criminal practice experience and preferably includes the investigation and prosecution of financial crimes; - Prior experience drafting and overseeing the execution of search and eavesdropping warrants is desirable;- Excellent analytical, legal research, writing, and organizational skills;- Sound judgment with the ability to articulate the critical issues in a case accurately and concisely;- Strong communication and teamwork skills and the ability to work independently and as a member of a team, including fostering productive, respectful, and collaborative relationships with staff at all levels of the organization; - Technology proficiency that preferably includes a knowledge of and comfort using Microsoft Office applications; and a- Familiarity with case management software and eDiscovery platforms is a plus, though 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.
Additional Comments The salary range for this position is $87,356 - $186,494 plus $4,150 in location pay. To learn more about Assistant Attorney General compensation, please visit the following page: https://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 via this link: https://lgr.ag.ny.gov/ords/f?p=136:10:::::P10\LGR\JOB\ID,P10\POSITIONTYPE,P10\LGR\WRITING\SAMPLE\IND:7275,7,YApplicants 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.The OAG provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you have questions regarding a position with OAG, 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 OAG, please visit our website: ag.ny.gov
