Assistant Deputy Attorney General

Criminal Justice Division
Organized Crime Task Force
Assistant Deputy Attorney General – White Plains
Reference No. OCTF_WP_ADAG_3737

Application Deadline is January 17, 2025

The Office of the New York State Attorney General (OAG) is seeking an experienced prosecutor to join its
Organized Crime Task Force (OCTF) located in White Plains. OCTF conducts long-term criminal investigations
related to gang activity, drug trafficking, firearms trafficking, loan sharking, bookmaking, money laundering, fraud,
grand larceny, labor racketeering, and other white-collar crime as well as human trafficking. OCTF is comprised of
dedicated attorneys, analysts, and detectives who are responsible for the cases from the inception of the
investigation through final disposition.

Under the direction of the Deputy Bureau Chief and Deputy Attorney General in Charge, Assistant Deputy
Attorneys General perform detailed oversight of complex, long-term criminal investigations, meet strict deadlines,
and work collaboratively with our law enforcement partners across the state. Extensive writing experience is
required in the areas of eavesdropping warrant applications, search warrants, and indictments.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of seven (7) years of prosecutorial experience, including handling complex investigations,

• Experience with investigative techniques such as search warrants, wiretaps, cooperating witnesses,

• Excellent analytical, research, and writing skills.
• Firm grasp of Criminal Procedure Law Articles 700, 705, 690, the Stored Communications Act, and federal

reporting requirements for court-authorized eavesdropping.

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.

The salary range for this position is $81,159 - $173,265 $3,400 in location pay. To learn more about
attorney compensation, please visit the following page:

ag.ny.gov/sites/default/files/assistant_attorney_general_compensation.pdf

As 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.

HOW TO APPLY
Applications must be submitted online.

To ensure consideration, applications must be received by close of business on January 17, 2025.

• 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 OAG’s ability to better serve the diverse population of this state.

• Resume
• Legal Writing Sample
• List of three (3) references

• Only submit 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.

If you have questions regarding a position with OAG, the application process, or need assistance with submitting your
application, please contact Legal Recruitment via email at recruitment@ag.ny.gov or phone at 212-416-8080.

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