Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 07/11/19
Applications Due: 09/30/19
Vacancy ID: 71994
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyAttorney General, Office of the
TitleAssistant Attorney General - Civil Recoveries Bureau (Albany)
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%
Schedule
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 37.50
Workday
From 8:30 AM
To 5 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
Location
County Albany
Street Address Office of the Attorney General
Civil Recoveries Bureau
City Albany
StateNY
Zip Code12224
Job Specifics
Minimum Qualifications We require a litigator with a minimum of five (5) years of legal experience to handle affirmative litigation and judgment enforcement. Candidates for this position should possess superior skills in legal analysis and writing, and have significant litigation experience in New York State courts. Bankruptcy experience is desirable.
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. A two (2) year commitment upon being hired is a condition of employment.
Duties Description The New York State Office of the Attorney General is seeking an attorney to serve in the General Recoveries Unit of the Civil Recoveries Bureau in Albany. The mission of the Civil Recoveries Bureau is to recover money owed to the state. General Recoveries Unit cases are extremely varied and include property damage claims, breach of contract cases, Medicaid overpayments, salary overpayments, failure to remit lottery proceeds, failure to substantiate grant funds previously awarded , enforcement of unpaid fines or penalties assessed by executive agencies, and surety bond litigation. In addition, the selected candidate will provide assistance to the Student Recoveries Unit, which handles cases primarily involving the recovery of tuition, fees and certain unpaid direct loans owed to SUNY institutions. General Recoveries Unit attorneys handle all phases of litigation, including discovery, depositions, motion practice, trials and judgment enforcement.
Additional Comments 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.
Salary to be determined commensurate with experience.
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.
Contact Information
Name Sandra Jefferson Grannum, Esq., Bureau Chief
Telephone
Fax
Email Address xxxxxxxxxxx@xx.xx.xxx
Address
Street NYS Office of the Attorney General, Legal Recruitment Bureau
28 Liberty
City New York
State NY
Zip Code 10005
Notes on ApplyingHOW TO APPLY
Applications are being received online. To apply, please visit our website at http://www.ag.ny.gov/job-postings. Reference No. CVRB_GR_AAG_ALB_3236.
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
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 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.
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