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NY HELP No Agency Attorney General, Office of the Title Research Analyst: Civil Rights Bureau (6434) Occupational Category Legal Salary Grade NS Bargaining Unit M/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented) Salary Range From $72315 to $72315 Annually Employment Type Full-Time Appointment Type Permanent Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class Travel Percentage 0% Workweek Mon-Fri Hours Per Week 37.5 Workday From 8:30 AM To 5 PM Flextime allowed? No Mandatory overtime? No Compressed workweek allowed? Yes Telecommuting allowed? Yes County New York Street Address 28 Liberty St City New York State NY Zip Code 10005 Duties Description Social Justice DivisionCivil Rights BureauResearch Analyst u2013 New York CityReference No. CRI_NYC_RA_6434Application Deadline is May 1, 2026Salary is $68,315 plus $4,000 in location payTo be considered for this opportunity, submit a complete application online at ag.ny.gov/job-postings/otherThe Office of the New York State Attorney General (OAG) is seeking a talented and motivated professional for the position of Research Analyst (RA) in the Civil Rights Bureau (CRB). The RA will provide the bureau with investigative and legal support, complete policy analysis assignments, and engage in community outreach and education. Applicants who are available to work in this position for at least two (2) years are preferred. The bureau enforces federal, state, and local laws that protect New Yorkers from discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, military status, source of income, or disability. The bureau investigates and civilly prosecutes alleged patterns of unlawful discrimination in a variety of arenas, including employment, housing, education, criminal justice, voting, lending, places of public accommodation, and hate crimes. Some of the more recent matters handled by the bureau targeted the following areas: access to education; equal employment opportunities and sexual harassment in the workplace; fair housing; fair lending and access to credit; immigrant rights; police misconduct; access by individuals with disabilities; the rights of the LGBT community; language access; religious rights; reproductive rights; and voting rights. The bureauu2019s docket reflects its commitment to combating discrimination and its effects, ensuring equality of opportunity, and promoting inclusion across New York state. In addition to litigation, the bureau engages in significant community outreach and public education and other advocacy efforts. Duties:Investigative and Legal Support Functions u2022 Analyzing complaints, publicly available information, and other sources of information to identify potential civil rights violations and opportunities for enforcement;u2022 Interviewing witnesses and complainants;u2022 Synthesizing voluminous factual records and converting complex data into easily comprehensible reports, PowerPoint presentations, and other data visualizations to support investigation and litigation activities;u2022 Interfacing with other OAG partners, including the Research and Analytics Department, to construct and maintain databases and other data analytics tools; u2022 Presenting findings and recommendations to CRB staff, including participating in bureau strategy meetings; u2022 Drafting subpoenas, reviewing documents, reviewing case footage, processing documents turned over during discovery, preparing demonstrative exhibits, and aiding attorneys in court proceedings;u2022 Collecting, cleansing, and formatting large quantities of data, including from publicly available social media API sources, websites, PDFs and other difficult-to-access sources; u2022 Analyzing data from large data sets, including from pulls of publicly available information; andu2022 Creating and maintaining databases and constructing complex database queries.Policy Analysis, Community Outreach, and Public Education Functionsu2022 Preparing fact sheets, talking points, educational resources, presentations, and other materials;u2022 Fostering productive relationships with community organizations, public officials, law enforcement agencies, and other stakeholders;u2022 Attending and coordinating meetings, visits, and other outreach events; u2022 Coordinating, as needed, with OAGu2019s Communications, Intergovernmental Affairs, and Policy & Legislative teams to provide information and support for related priorities, initiatives, and outreach strategies; andu2022 Working collaboratively with CRB attorneys and legal support staff to execute the bureauu2019s mission. Minimum Qualifications Qualifications:u2022 A bacheloru2019s degree is required; u2022 Through either work experience or course study, applicants must be familiar with public policy, racial justice, human rights, or criminal justice, including an understanding of the issues surrounding civil rights and hate crimes; u2022 Strong technology skills are preferred, including using MS Access and Excel to manage large data sets, proficiency with Lexis/Nexis or similar research databases, conducting strategic internet searches, preserving webpages, and using presentation software such as PowerPoint;u2022 Excellent research, analytic, organization, communication (verbal and written), and presentation skills;u2022 Entrepreneurial, proactive, and self-directed with effective time management skills;u2022 Adept at learning and assimilating new and complex information; and an u2022 Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with all levels of OAG staff and external partners/stakeholders.Preferred Skills and Experience:u2022 One to three (1-3) years of demonstrated experience in data analysis and visualization;u2022 Prior work experience with New York government or state or federal courts;u2022 A connection to the organizations and coalitions currently working on hate crimes and civil rights-related issues; u2022 Data visualization and data analytic skills; u2022 Prior experience using e-discovery platforms; andu2022 Proficiency in languages other than English. Additional Comments The annual salary for this position is $68,315 plus $4,000 in location pay. 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. Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity. Name Legal Recruitment Telephone 2124168080 Fax Email Address Address Street 28 Liberty St Legal Recruitment Bureau City New York State NY Zip Code 10005 Notes on Applying How to Apply Applications must be submitted online via this link: must be prepared to submit a complete application consisting of the following:u2022 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 OAGu2019s ability to better serve the diverse population of this state.u2022 Resumeu2022 Writing Sample: A sample research synthesis or data analysis is preferred. 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. u2022 Reference List: Submit a list of three (3) 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.The OAG provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. 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 or phone at 212-416-8080.