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Review Vacancy

Date Posted 11/22/17

Applications Due02/28/18

Vacancy ID45635

AgencyAttorney General, Office of the

TitleDeputy Director (NYC) Executive Division – Research and Analytics Department

Occupational CategoryNo Preference

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%

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

County New York

Street Address 120 Broadway

Executive Division

City New York

StateNY

Zip Code10271

Minimum Qualifications Qualifications/Skills:
•Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred;
•Five plus (5+) years of relevant experience in research or related fields, including at least two (2) years of management or supervisory experience;
•Demonstrated qualitative and quantitative research abilities;
•Experience with analytic database tools (SQL) and data scripting languages (python strongly preferred);
•Excellent oral, written, and presentation communication skills, including communicating technical concepts and results to a non-technical audience;
•Ability to work in a high-paced, deadline-oriented environment;
•Highly organized, self-directed, and curious;
•Personable and positive, with a high level of integrity; and
•Commitment to public service and social/economic justice.

Duties Description The Research and Analytics Department in the New York State Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is seeking to fill the position of Deputy Director in New York City. The Research and Analytics Department is part of the Executive Division and works closely with senior staff and divisions throughout the office to support the OAG's major initiatives, investigations, and policy development. In the past year alone, the Research and Analytics Department has researched and written analytical reports garnering national attention, created and directed multi-million dollar grant programs, and supported several of the office’s major investigations. This position will report to the Director of Research and Analytics.

Employing over 1,700 people across New York State, the OAG is both the “People's Lawyer” and the State's chief legal officer. The OAG serves all New Yorkers in numerous legal and regulatory arenas, including vigorously protecting the rights of investors and consumers, coordinating state-wide criminal investigations, promoting economic and social justice, encouraging harm reducing public health strategies, and preserving the State’s environment. The OAG also advises the Executive branch of State government and defends actions and proceedings on behalf of the State.

Responsibilities of the Deputy Director will include but not be limited to:
•Assisting in the leadership of the research department through agenda setting, quality control and idea generation;
•Providing project management to complex cases and projects;
•Coordinating the development of OAG-issued reports;
•Recruiting, hiring, training, and supervising research interns and junior staff;
•Developing thorough analysis for complex or sensitive, matters;
•Providing quantitative data expertise to the department;
•Proactively identifying new areas for investigation or analysis;
•Discovering new research techniques or sources of information;
•Helping to develop and review research products of junior level researchers;
•Building relationships on behalf of the Research and Analytics Department both internally and externally; and
•Performing other duties as required.

Additional Comments 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 work place 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.

Name Sandra Jefferson Grannum, Esq., Bureau Chief

Telephone

Fax

Email Address recruitment@ag.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Office of the Attorney General, Legal Recruitment Bureau

120 Broadway

City New York

State NY

Zip Code 10271

 

Notes on ApplyingHOW TO APPLY

Applications are being received online. To apply, please visit our careers website: ag.ny.gov/job-postings. Reference No: EXEC/RD_DPD_NYC_6059

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 regarding a position with the OAG and the application process or you need 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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