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AgencyAttorney General, Office of the
TitleAssistant Attorney General - Environmental Protection Bureau (Albany)
Bargaining UnitM/C - Management / Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary RangeFrom $0 to $0 Annually
Minimum Qualifications Applicants should have a minimum of two (2) years of experience litigating environmental, energy, or similarly-complex cases in state and federal courts and agencies. Excellent writing, research, and critical analytical skills are essential, as is the ability to develop and complete litigation and policy initiatives and filings in a timely manner. Candidates should have litigated affirmative and defensive cases involving judicial review of administrative actions, rulemakings, and adjudicatory proceedings as well as experience in synthesizing information and building cases in evolving public policy or technical areas. Applicants should identify their experience in energy, environmental, public health and safety, natural resources, land use, and/or commercial cases. Former judicial law clerks are encouraged to apply.
In addition, the applicant must demonstrate a commitment to public service and the ability to work well with members of the public, scientific or technical staff, expert or fact witnesses, administrative agencies, and other members of a litigation team. Applicants should describe any experience with electronic discovery and trial preparation platforms.
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 Office be citizens of the United States.
Duties Description The Environmental Protection Bureau in the Office of the New York State Attorney General (OAG) is seeking an attorney for its Albany office. This position would involve representing the State on energy, environmental, and public health matters before federal or state courts and administrative agencies (e.g., NY Public Service Commission, US DOE, FERC, NRC, EPA).
Additional Comments Salary to be determined commensurate with experience.
Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The Office of the Attorney General is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity.
PLEASE NOTE: Unless otherwise specified in the “Notes on Applying” section, the “Application Due” date associated with this posting is not the last day applications can be submitted. Applications for this position will be accepted by the hiring bureau on a rolling basis until a candidate is selected; recruitment for this position can be closed or suspended at any time. For the most current information on available position vacancies, applicants are advised to review the Office of the New York State Attorney General website (www.ag.ny.gov/job-postings) or contact the Legal Recruitment Bureau via email at recruitment@ag.ny.gov or phone at 212-416-8080.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Name Sandra Jefferson Grannum, Esq., Bureau Chief
Email Address recruitment@ag.ny.gov
Address
Street NYS Office of the Attorney General
Legal Recruitment Bureau - 120 Broadway
Notes on ApplyingHOW TO APPLY
Applications are being received online. To apply, please visit our website at http://www.ag.ny.gov/job-postings. The reference number for the position is EPB_AAG_ALB_3038.
Applicants must be prepared to submit a complete application consisting of the following:
• Cover Letter (You may address to Sandra Jefferson Grannum, Esq., Bureau Chief, Legal Recruitment)
• Resume
• List of three (3) references with contact information and email addresses
• Writing Sample
• Transcript (if less than five (5) years postgraduate)
Please note: Failure to submit a complete application will delay the consideration of your application.
If you have questions about a position with the OAG and the application process or you need assistance with submitting your application, please contact the Legal Recruitment Bureau via email at recruitment@ag.ny.gov or phone at 212-416-8080.
For more information about the OAG, please visit our website: www.ag.ny.gov.