What are the responsibilities and job description for the Office Manager position at New York State Office of the Attorney General?
Criminal Justice Division
Medicaid Fraud Control Unit – Syracuse
Office Manager
Reference No. MFCU_SYR_OM_6382
Application Deadline is April 18, 2025
The Office of the New York State Attorney General’s (OAG) Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU) is seeking an Office
Manager for its Syracuse office. The mission of MFCU is to investigate, prosecute, and bring affirmative civil cases
against individuals and corporate entities responsible for improper or fraudulent Medicaid billing schemes, as well
as to investigate and prosecute allegations of abuse and neglect of residents in nursing homes and other
residential healthcare facilities. The importance of this work is highlighted in OAG’s report investigating allegations
of COVID-19-related neglect of nursing home residents across New York state.
- Working cooperatively and collaboratively to support attorneys, auditors, detectives, and other personnel
- Overseeing the daily administrative functioning of the regional office, including directing incoming calls and
visitors; scheduling and coordinating logistics for internal and external meetings, such as preparing
materials, organizing participant schedules and arranging travel, space, and technology needs; overseeing
multiple calendars; managing, prioritizing, and responding to phone messages and emails; and the timely
processing of expense reports.
- Completing data entry into various databases and compiling data for the weekly trial calendar and other
- Maintaining files/records (both paper and electronic), ordering office supplies, and printing,
- Regularly handling confidential material and information and exercising discretion in doing so, including
- Troubleshooting problems with all office equipment and the physical office, and handling service calls to
- Submitting accounts payable and reviewing all invoices for accuracy.
- Supervising and training support staff, as necessary.
- Interacting with other regional office staff, as well as other units within the agency and outside entities.
- Performing other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Relevant work experience as either an office manager or administrative assistant demonstrating the
- Comfort and proficiency using technology to complete work assignments, including using Outlook, Word,
- Strong verbal and written communication, organization, and analytical skills.
- Proactive and customer-focused with the ability to work equally well independently and as a member of a
- Sound judgement, including self-troubleshooting and self-managing multiple deadlines and competing
- Availability for occasional travel to attend trainings is required.
The annual salary for this position is $60,411. 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 April 18, 2025.
- 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 OAG’s ability to better serve the diverse population of this state.
- Resume
- Writing Sample
- Your sample should demonstrate your ability to analyze and organize information into an effective
- If needed, please include a cover page to provide the reviewer with any relevant context or
- List of three (3) references
- Submit only 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.
Salary : $60,411