DEPUTY BUREAU CHIEF
: Job Details :

Reference # CLA_NYC_DBC_3722

Application Deadline is October 11, 2024

Apply online at www.ag.ny.gov/job-postings/attorneys

The Office of the New York State Attorney General (OAG) is seeking an experienced attorney and people manager to serve as Deputy Bureau Chief of the Claims Bureau in New York City.

The Claims Bureau defends the State of New York, certain public authorities, and State employees and officers in tort, medical malpractice, breach of contract, and unjust conviction matters. The Bureaus attorneys appear in the Court of Claims and New York State court in matters venued in The Bronx, Kings, New York, Queens, Richmond, Nassau, and Suffolk counties. The Bureaus management team is comprised of the Bureau Chief, a Deputy Bureau Chief, a Torts Section Chief, and a Medical Malpractice Section Chief. The Bureau is staffed with approximately 52 employees.

The Deputy Bureau Chief assists the Bureau Chief, as well as the Bureaus Section Chiefs and Deputy Section Chiefs, in the management and supervision of the Bureaus extensive litigation docket in the work of approximately fifty-two attorneys and support staff. Among other assigned tasks, the Deputy Bureau Chiefs duties and responsibilities include serving as lead attorney on, or otherwise closely overseeing, cases that are of heightened importance to the State of New York; reviewing and assigning incoming matters; drafting and/or editing of briefs and motion papers; evaluating recommendations on representation and settlement; addressing personnel issues; providing advice, training, support, and supervision to attorneys and support staff within the Bureau; reviewing appeal recommendations; developing strategic plans and initiatives for the Bureau; serving as a liaison with other bureaus within the OAG and with other state agencies.

The Deputy Bureau Chief reports to the Bureau Chief.

Qualifications:

• Applicants must have a minimum of ten (10) years of civil litigation experience in federal and state court, including the Court of Claims; Ability to handle all phases of litigation from commencement through trial;
• Ability to directly supervise a large defense docket from case assignment through trial;
• Prior experience supervising attorneys and support staff;
• Strong writing, analytical, organizational, advocacy, and negotiation skills;
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills;
• Prior experience interfacing with governmental agencies and officials is preferred; and a
• Demonstrated commitment to public service.

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.

The salary for this position is $183,981 + $3,400 in location pay. As an employee of the 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, the 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.