Division of Criminal Justice
Criminal Enforcement and Financial Crimes Bureau – Albany
Legal Support Analyst
Reference No. CEFC_LSA_ALB_6279

Application Deadline is July 14, 2023
The Office of the New York State Attorney General’s (OAG) Criminal Enforcement and Financial Crimes Bureau (CEFC) is
seeking talented candidates for the position of Legal Support Analyst (LSA) in the Albany office. LSAs work closely with
Assistant Attorneys General, detectives and forensic auditors to investigate and prosecute complex financial schemes
and white-collar crimes, including securities and investment fraud, internet-based fraud schemes, insurance and public
benefits fraud, and tax crimes.
The LSA will be involved in CEFC’s cases at all stages and will be an integral member of the investigative team. LSAs serve
a critical role in the bureau and perform both investigative and legal support functions. Specifically, LSAs are responsible
for conducting investigative assignments such as drafting subpoenas, reviewing documents, searching commercial and
law enforcement databases, analyzing phone and bank records, and monitoring electronic surveillance. In addition, LSAs
perform legal support tasks, such as processing documents to be turned over during discovery, preparing demonstrative
exhibits, aiding Assistant Attorneys General in court proceedings, and testifying in the grand jury and at trial. Please note
that this is not an attorney position and LSAs do not typically conduct legal research.
A bachelor’s degree is required for the position. Additionally, the individual selected for the LSA position must have
excellent organizational, time management, and multitasking skills. The ability to analyze and synthesize large amounts
of information, excellent written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail and accuracy, as well as familiarity
with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook, are also required. In addition, the ideal candidate will have experience
researching and analyzing documents and possess a demonstrated interest in the law and law enforcement. Finally,
applicants who are available to work in this position for at least two (2) years are preferred.
The annual salary for this position is $57,420. 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.

HOW TO APPLY
Applications must be submitted online.

To ensure consideration, applications must be received by close of business on July 14, 2023.

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

• Cover Letter
• You may address to Legal Recruitment.
• Indicate why you are interested in a position with the CEFC and what makes you a strong candidate.

• Resume
• Writing Sample

• Your sample should demonstrate your ability to analyze and organize information into an effective

• Only submit professional references, supervisory references are preferred.
• Indicate the nature and duration of your relationship to each reference.
• Include contact information and email addresses for each reference.
• Please note, 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.