Assistant Attorney General, Syracuse Regional Office (3924)

NY HELPS No

55-b/c Eligible No

Agency Attorney General, Office of the

Title Assistant Attorney General, Syracuse Regional Office (3924)

Occupational Category Legal

Salary Grade NS

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

Salary Range From $87356 to $186494 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 Onondaga

Street Address 300 South State Street

City Syracuse

State NY

Zip Code 13202

Duties Description Regional Offices DivisionSyracuse Regional OfficeAssistant Attorney GeneralReference No. SYR_AAG_3924Application Deadline is November 20, 2026Salary Range: $87,356 - $186,494 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 (OAG) is seeking an experienced litigator to work in its Syracuse Regional Office. The Regional Office represents the state, its agencies, and officers in a wide range of federal and state court litigation, affirmative and defensive. The selected attorney will handle all phases of litigation from commencement through trial.

Minimum Qualifications Applicants must have at least three (3) years of litigation experience. Trial experience is required, and personal injury experience is a plus. Familiarity with federal court practice and/or civil rights claims is also a plus. Applicants must have strong writing, analytical, and organizational skills. Availability for periodic travel in New York state is also 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 attorneys in the OAG 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. 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.

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Name Legal Recruitment Unit

Telephone 2124168080

Fax

Email Address [email protected]

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:7257,7,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 [email protected] or phone at 212-416-8080.For more information about OAG, please visit our website: ag.ny.gov