Central NY Regional Director for Intergovernmental Affairs

Executive Division

Intergovernmental Affairs—Syracuse 

Central New York (CNY) Regional Director for Intergovernmental Affairs

Reference No. IGV_CNYRD_6338

Application Deadline is September 6, 2024

Intergovernmental Affairs in the Office of the New York State Attorney General (OAG) is seeking a Central New York (CNY) Regional Director. The CNY Regional Director will serve as the Attorney General’s primary point of contact in the following counties: Onondaga, Cayuga, Oswego, Cortland, Tompkins, Schuyler, Chemung, Tioga, Broome, Chenango, Delaware, Otsego, Herkimer, Oneida, Madison, Lewis, Jefferson, and St. Lawrence. Intergovernmental Affairs is responsible for the coordination of all significant communications between the OAG and New York's public and elected officials, and oversees the OAG's community outreach initiatives, partnering with not-for-profit, grassroots, community, and issue-based organizations, and elected officials. This position reports to the Director of Intergovernmental Affairs and will be based in the Syracuse Regional Office.

Duties: 

• Serve as the main liaison between the OAG and the communities within the region, representing the AG and OAG in meetings and at events;

• Work closely and collaboratively with the Intergovernmental Affairs Team and the AG’s Executive Team to effectively promote priority initiatives and policy strategies impacting the community;

• Foster open communication channels and productive relationships with community leaders;

• Advise the AG and her Executive Team on emerging issues and political dynamics within the region; 

• Respond to a wide variety of inquiries and requests, including effectively resolving constituent concerns;

• Organize events, presentations, and visits for the AG, Executives, and other OAG staff;

• Prepare various reports, executive summaries, briefings, and other written materials; and

• Support other Intergovernmental initiatives and projects as OAG priorities require.  

Qualifications:

• A minimum of three (3) years of relevant work experience in New York government, politics, and/or campaigns demonstrating an increasing scope of work and level of responsibility;

• A demonstrated understanding of and success at working within the region is required;

• Prior experience building and sustaining mutually productive external stakeholder relationships; 

• Strong writing, interpersonal communication, presentation, and public speaking skills, including the ability to communicate complex information clearly and accessibly for diverse audiences;

• Sound judgement with effective troubleshooting and conflict resolutions skills, including the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion;

• Proactive with the ability to self-manage multiple projects and priorities while meeting tight deadlines; and

• Availability to work outside of usual business hours and for periodic travel in New York State.

The annual salary for this position is $80,537. 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.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications must be submitted online. To apply, please visit our careers website: www.ag.ny.gov/job-postings.  

To ensure consideration, applications must be received by close of business on September 6, 2024.

Applicants must be prepared to submit a complete application consisting of the following:

• Cover Letter 

 You may address your letter to the Legal Recruitment Unit.

 Indicate why you are interested in working for the Executive Division 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 the 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 document that is well-organized and error-free. 

- If needed, please include a cover page to provide the reviewer with any relevant context or background information. 

• 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 the OAG and 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. 

For more information about the OAG, please visit our website: ag.ny.gov