Position Information

NY HELPNo

AgencyAttorney General, Office of the

TitleResearch Analyst: Civil Rights Bureau (6434)

Occupational CategoryLegal

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $72315 to $72315 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class

Travel Percentage 0%

Schedule

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

Location

County New York

Street Address 28 Liberty St

City New York

StateNY

Zip Code10005

Job Specifics

Duties Description Social Justice Division
Civil Rights Bureau
Research Analyst – New York City
Reference No. CRI_NYC_RA_6434
Application Deadline is May 1, 2026
Salary is $68,315 plus $4,000 in location pay
To be considered for this opportunity, submit a complete application online at ag.ny.gov/job-postings/other

The Office of the New York State Attorney General (OAG) is seeking a talented and motivated professional for the position of Research Analyst (RA) in the Civil Rights Bureau (CRB). The RA will provide the bureau with investigative and legal support, complete policy analysis assignments, and engage in community outreach and education. Applicants who are available to work in this position for at least two (2) years are preferred.

The bureau enforces federal, state, and local laws that protect New Yorkers from discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, source of income, or disability. The bureau investigates and civilly prosecutes alleged patterns of unlawful discrimination in a variety of arenas, including employment, housing, education, criminal justice, voting, lending, places of public accommodation, and hate crimes. Some of the more recent matters handled by the bureau targeted the following areas: access to education; equal employment opportunities and sexual harassment in the workplace; fair housing; fair lending and access to credit; immigrant rights; police misconduct; access by individuals with disabilities; the rights of the LGBT community; language access; religious rights; reproductive rights; and voting rights.

The bureau’s docket reflects its commitment to combating discrimination and its effects, ensuring equality of opportunity, and promoting inclusion across New York state. In addition to litigation, the bureau engages in significant community outreach and public education and other advocacy efforts.

Duties:
Investigative and Legal Support Functions
• Analyzing complaints, publicly available information, and other sources of information to identify potential civil rights violations and opportunities for enforcement;
• Interviewing witnesses and complainants;
• Synthesizing voluminous factual records and converting complex data into easily comprehensible reports, PowerPoint presentations, and other data visualizations to support investigation and litigation activities;
• Interfacing with other OAG partners, including the Research and Analytics Department, to construct and maintain databases and other data analytics tools;
• Presenting findings and recommendations to CRB staff, including participating in bureau strategy meetings;
• Drafting subpoenas, reviewing documents, reviewing case footage, processing documents turned over during discovery, preparing demonstrative exhibits, and aiding attorneys in court proceedings;
• Collecting, cleansing, and formatting large quantities of data, including from publicly available social media API sources, websites, PDFs and other difficult-to-access sources;
• Analyzing data from large data sets, including from pulls of publicly available information; and
• Creating and maintaining databases and constructing complex database queries.

Policy Analysis, Community Outreach, and Public Education Functions
• Preparing fact sheets, talking points, educational resources, presentations, and other materials;
• Fostering productive relationships with community organizations, public officials, law enforcement agencies, and other stakeholders;
• Attending and coordinating meetings, visits, and other outreach events;
• Coordinating, as needed, with OAG’s Communications, Intergovernmental Affairs, and Policy & Legislative teams to provide information and support for related priorities, initiatives, and outreach strategies; and
• Working collaboratively with CRB attorneys and legal support staff to execute the bureau’s mission.

Minimum Qualifications Qualifications:
• A bachelor’s degree is required;
• Through either work experience or course study, applicants must be familiar with public policy, racial justice, human rights, or criminal justice, including an understanding of the issues surrounding civil rights and hate crimes;
• Strong technology skills are preferred, including using MS Access and Excel to manage large data sets, proficiency with Lexis/Nexis or similar research databases, conducting strategic internet searches, preserving webpages, and using presentation software such as PowerPoint;
• Excellent research, analytic, organization, communication (verbal and written), and presentation skills;
• Entrepreneurial, proactive, and self-directed with effective time management skills;
• Adept at learning and assimilating new and complex information; and an
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with all levels of OAG staff and external partners/stakeholders.

Preferred Skills and Experience:
• One to three (1-3) years of demonstrated experience in data analysis and visualization;
• Prior work experience with New York government or state or federal courts;
• A connection to the organizations and coalitions currently working on hate crimes and civil rights-related issues;
• Data visualization and data analytic skills;
• Prior experience using e-discovery platforms; and
• Proficiency in languages other than English.

Additional Comments The annual salary for this position is $68,315 plus $4,000 in location pay. As 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.

How to Apply

Name Legal Recruitment

Telephone 2124168080

Fax

Email Address recruitment@ag.ny.gov

Address

Street 28 Liberty St

Legal Recruitment Bureau

City New York

State NY

Zip Code 10005

 

Notes on ApplyingHow 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:6910,22,Y
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
• Writing Sample: A sample research synthesis or data analysis is preferred. Your sample should demonstrate your ability to analyze and organize information into an effective document that is well-organized and error-free. If needed, please include a cover page to provide the reviewer with any relevant context or background information.
• 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 to 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.