Attorney: Labor Bureauu2019s Criminal Enforcement ...

NY HELP No Agency Attorney General, Office of the Title Attorney: Labor Bureauu2019s Criminal Enforcement Section (3828) Occupational Category Legal Salary Grade NS Bargaining Unit M/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented) Salary Range From $87594 to $182463 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? Yes Telecommuting allowed? Yes County New York Street Address 28 Liberty Street City New York State NY Zip Code 10005 Duties Description Social Justice DivisionLabor Bureau u2013 New York CityAssistant Attorney General, Criminal Enforcement SectionReference No. LAB/CES_NYC_AAG_3828Application Deadline is October 31, 2025Salary Range: $83,594- $178,463 + $4,000 in location payTo be considered for this opportunity, submit a complete application online at ag.ny.gov/job-postings/attorneysThe Office of the New York State Attorney General (OAG) is seeking an experienced attorney for the Labor Bureauu2019s Criminal Enforcement Section (CES) in New York City. The CES investigates and prosecutes criminal violations of minimum wage, overtime, child labor, and prevailing wage laws, as well as wage theft crimes. In addition to enforcing labor laws, the section also investigates and prosecutes related offenses, such as grand larceny, scheme to defraud, false filing, and tax crimes. Attorneys and analysts of the CES conduct complex, long-term criminal investigations and prosecute labor crime cases statewide, from charging through conviction, working alongside auditors, detectives/investigators, and outside agencies and community partners. Minimum Qualifications We are seeking an attorney with a minimum of five (5) years of New York state prosecutorial experience, including significant experience in the investigation of economic crimes, using techniques such as search warrants, subpoenas, and review of large volumes of documents and financial records. The candidate must have grand jury and trial experience, and experience complying with criminal discovery law. The candidate should be highly motivated, results-oriented, and possess excellent legal analysis, legal writing and editing, and oral advocacy skills. The candidate should have strong organizational, interpersonal communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills. Experience with the New York State Labor Law, or labor law generally, is preferred. Availability for occasional travel with New York state is required. Fluency in other languages, such as Spanish, is a plus. 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 OAG attorneys be citizens of the United States. A two (2) year commitment upon being hired is a condition of employment. Additional Comments The salary range for this position is $83,594 - $178,463 + $4,000 in location pay. To learn more about attorney compensation, please visit the following page:ag.ny.gov/sites/default/files/assistant_attorney_general_compensation.pdfAs 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. Name Legal Recruitment Unit Telephone 2124168080 Fax Email Address Address Street NYS Office of the Attorney General Legal Recruitment Bureau - 28 Liberty St City New York State NY Zip Code 10005 Notes on Applying HOW TO APPLY:Applications must be submitted online at ag.ny.gov/job-postings . Applicants must be prepared to submit a complete application consisting of the following:u2022 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 OAGu2019s ability to better serve the diverse population of this state.u2022 Resumeu2022 Legal Writing Sampleu2022 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.

Created: 2025-10-09