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AgencyAttorney General, Office of the

TitleRegional Director - Executive Division – Intergovernmental Affairs (Albany/Poughkeepsie)

Occupational CategoryLegal

Salary GradeNS

Bargaining UnitM/C - Management / Confidential (Unrepresented)

Salary RangeFrom $0 to $0 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Permanent

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? No

Telecommuting allowed? No

County Dutchess

Street Address NYS Office of the Attorney General

One Civic Center Plaza - Suite 401

City Poughkeepsie

StateNY

Zip Code12601

Minimum Qualifications Qualifications:
•A minimum of five (5) years of experience in government and/or politics.
•Experience working with local, state and federal officials and community groups; preferably experience working with these groups in the Albany/Poughkeepsie Region.
•Exceptional and proven judgment managing, building and sustaining external relationships.
•Demonstrated success with decision makers around advocacy and policy based issues.
•Experience handling sensitive and confidential information.
•Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously while meeting all deadlines.
•Ability to prepare written reports and make oral presentations.
•Bachelor’s Degree preferred but not required.
•Fluency in other languages in addition to English is a plus, but not required.

Duties Description The Intergovernmental Affairs Bureau in the New York State Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is seeking a Regional Director for the combined Albany/Poughkeepsie Region. The Albany Region includes: Albany, Columbia, Greene, Schoharie, Schenectady, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Washington, Fulton, Montgomery, Hamilton and Warren counties. The Poughkeepsie Region includes: Orange, Dutchess, Sullivan and Ulster counties. Intergovernmental Affairs is responsible for the coordination of all significant communications between the OAG and New York's public and elected officials. The Bureau also orchestrates the Office's community outreach initiatives, partnering with not-for-profit, grassroots, community and issue-based organizations, as well as elected officials. The Bureau is tasked with educating the public on key issues the Office is working on, such as internet safety, consumer frauds, civil and labor rights, housing and a host of other issues of importance. This position reports to the Director of Intergovernmental Affairs and may be based in either Albany or Poughkeepsie.

Job Description:
•Represent the Attorney General in the community throughout the region.
•Build and maintain relationships with elected officials, community leaders and community groups:
oServe as primary point of contact for elected officials and community leaders who approach the office to resolve issues impacting their constituencies; and
oPartner with elected officials and community groups on outreach presentations and attend community events.
•Serve as expert in region, advising the Attorney General and staff on local issues, the political dynamics and other matters.
•Organize regional visits for the Attorney General, Executives, Bureau Chiefs and other OAG staff.
•Organize advocacy campaigns to advance the Attorney General’s legislative initiatives and develop outreach strategies surrounding various types of public service announcements.

Additional Comments Salary to be determined commensurate with experience.
OAG employees serve more than 19.85 million state residents 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. As an employee of the OAG, you will join a team of dedicated individuals who work to serve the people of our State.

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The Office 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

Telephone

Fax

Email Address xxxxxxxxxxx@xx.xx.xx

Address

Street NYS Office of the Attorney General

Legal Recruitment Bureau - 120 Broadway

City New York, NY

State NY

Zip Code 10271

Notes on ApplyingApplications are being received online. To apply, please go to our website, www.ag.ny.gov, Resources/Job Opportunities - Attorney Positions. Reference No. IGV_RD_ALB/PGK_6100.

Applications are being received online. To apply, please visit our careers website here. 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 years postgraduate)

Please note: Failure to submit a complete application will delay the consideration of your application.

For questions about a position with the OAG, the application process or 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