Chief Deputy Attorney General Social Justice Division (3904)

Social Justice Division Chief Deputy Attorney GeneralNew York CityReference No. SJD_CDAG_NYC_3904Application Deadline is October 2, 2026*Salary is $239,880 + $4,000 in location pay To be considered for this opportunity, submit a complete application online at ag.ny.gov/job-postings/attorneysSenior Management Opportunity for AttorneysThe Office of the New York State Attorney General (OAG) is seeking an attorney with demonstrated organizational leadership experience to serve as Chief Deputy Attorney General (CDAG) of the Social Justice Division. The CDAG is a member of the Attorney Generals senior leadership team and reports to the First Deputy Attorney General. The CDAG leads the division and manages the legal practice and operations. The division, which is responsible for investigating and enforcing laws that protect the interests of the state and the rights of New Yorkers, is comprised of the following bureaus: Charities, Civil Rights, Environmental Protection, Health Care, Labor, Law Enforcement Misconduct Investigative Office, Office of Immigrant Trust, Real Estate Finance, and the Housing Protection Unit. There are more than 330 attorneys and other professional and legal support staff in the division. The following is a description of each of the bureaus in the Social Justice Division:Charities BureauThe Charities Bureau has broad authority to oversee organizations that have charitable assets and conduct charitable activities. The bureau protects donors and beneficiaries from fraud by ensuring donations are used as donors intended. The bureau regulates charities and their fundraisers to ensure their compliance with New York statutes that require registration with and financial reporting to OAG. The bureau also investigates and commences litigation against charities that misuse assets, engage in misleading solicitations, and/or violate their fiduciary duties. In addition to enforcing the applicable laws, the bureau conducts outreach to charities through public speaking engagements, written guidance, and symposia to provide them with information that supports their compliance with the law.Civil Rights BureauThe Civil Rights Bureau (CRB), which includes the Voting Rights and Hate Crimes Sections, enforces federal, state, and local laws that protect New Yorkers from discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, source of income, immigration status, or disability. The CRB's docket reflects its commitment to combating discrimination and its effects, ensuring equality of opportunity, and promoting inclusion. In addition to investigations and litigation, the CRB engages in community outreach, public education, and other advocacy efforts.Environmental Protection BureauThe Environmental Protection Bureau (EPB) is focused on advancing environmental justice throughout the state. The EPB enforces state and federal environmental laws that protect New Yorkers rights to clean air, clean water, and safe, and healthy communities, and conducts investigations into violations of those laws. The EPB also defends in both federal and state courts the states executive agencies charged with environmental responsibilities.Health Care BureauThe Health Care Bureau (HCB) is committed to protecting consumers from deceptive or illegal practices and to ensuring access to health care by bringing civil prosecutions for violations of health, insurance, deceptive practice, antidiscrimination, and other applicable laws. The HCB also advocates for legislation and policy initiatives to enhance the rights of health care consumers and their ability to access quality, affordable care in New York state.Housing Protection UnitThe Housing Protection Unit investigates landlords, brokers, real estate agents, and others for violations of federal, state, and local law regarding housing. The unit brings enforcement actions t