Investigative Counsel

Division of Criminal Justice

Office of Special Investigation – New York City

Investigative Counsel

Reference No. OSI_NYC_IC_3369

Application Deadline is July 23, 2021

The New York State Office of the Attorney General is seeking a criminal prosecutor to serve as Investigative

Counsel in the newly created Office of Special Investigation (OSI). In June 2020, the New York State Legislature

passed legislation codifying and expanding the Governor’s previous Executive Order, granting the OAG the

jurisdiction to investigate and potentially prosecute incidents when a police officer or peace officer causes the

death of a person. The Investigative Counsel position provides a unique and exciting opportunity to join a

team of experienced felony and homicide prosecutors, legal support staff, and detective investigators who are

working together to enhance transparency, strengthen public trust in the criminal justice system, and engage

and collaborate with external stakeholders and partners. This position will be based in New York City and

report to the Downstate Supervising Chief.

Candidates for the position of Investigative Counsel must possess the following:

• A minimum of four (4) years of investigative or litigation experience;
• Prior grand jury and/or criminal jury trial experience;
• Excellent investigative and writing skills (the position requires a great deal of research and writing);
• On an as-needed basis, the availability to work outside of usual business hours and to travel outside

the county of employment; and

• Verbal and/or written proficiency in other languages (e.g., Spanish, Mandarin, Russian, Korean, etc.) in

addition to English is a plus, but not required.

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.

OAG employees serve more than 19 million state residents 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. As an employee of the OAG, you will join a team of dedicated individuals

who work to serve the people of our State.

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

The OAG is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to workplace diversity.