Review Vacancy
AgencyAttorney General, Office of the
TitleBureau Chief - Labor Bureau (NYC)
Bargaining UnitM/C - Management / Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary RangeFrom $0 to $0 Annually
Minimum Qualifications We are seeking candidates with at least ten (10) years of experience. Applicants should have significant investigatory and litigation experience and extensive knowledge of federal, state, and local labor laws. Applicants with prior supervisory and leadership experience are strongly preferred.
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, Public Officers Law requires that OAG attorneys be citizens of the United States.
Duties Description The Office of the New York State Attorney General is seeking an experienced lawyer to lead its Labor Bureau. The Bureau brings civil and criminal prosecutions for violations of minimum wage, overtime, prevailing wage, and other labor laws. The Bureau has been nationally recognized for enforcing labor standards in low-wage industries such as the fast food, car wash, and construction industries. The Bureau has undertaken initiatives to address emerging issues in the labor field, such as payment of wages by payroll card, on-call scheduling, and unenforceable non-compete agreements. The Bureau also represents (a) the New York State Department of Labor in Article 78 and other proceedings, typically in cases where employers challenge the Department’s enforcement actions and (b) the Department of Labor and the New York State Workers’ Compensation Board primarily in appeals to the Appellate Division of determinations by the State concerning unemployment insurance and workers’ compensation benefits. The Bureau has approximately twenty (20) attorneys.
Additional Comments Applicants from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The OAG is an equal opportunity employer.
Salary commensurate with experience.
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 LAB_NYC_BC_3073 .
Applicants must be prepared to submit a complete application consisting of the following:
Applicants must be prepared to submit a complete application consisting of the following:
•Cover Letter (Please address to Sandra Jefferson Grannum, Esq., Bureau Chief, Legal Recruitment)
•Resume
•List of three (3) references with contact information and email addresses
•Provide two (2) writing samples; please upload these as one document using the field provided
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, the application process or 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.