Associate Director of Operations

Office of the New York State Attorney General; New York (NY); On-site; USD 107,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of the New York State Attorney General is seeking an Associate Director of Operations to oversee scheduling and staffing for the Attorney General. This role requires strong organizational skills and a minimum of seven years of relevant experience. The successful candidate will manage key projects and coordinate with various stakeholders within a dynamic environment, ensuring effective operations and communication.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid leave

Workplace Flexibilities Program

Qualifications

• Minimum of seven years of relevant work experience.
• Ability to manage work under tight deadlines.
• Experience handling sensitive materials with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with press and legal staff about AG’s operations.
• Supervise members of the Executive Operations team.
• Manage the briefings process for AG’s meetings.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Job description

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Office of the New York State Attorney General

Executive Division

Operations Department—New York City

Associate Director of Operations

Reference No. EXEC/OPS_NYC_ADO_6384

Application Deadline: May 30, 2025

Salary is $107,164 + $4,000 in location pay

The Operations Department within the Office of the New York State Attorney General’s (OAG) Executive Division is seeking a motivated and dynamic candidate to serve as an Associate Director of Operations. The Operations Department is responsible for scheduling, staffing, and advancing the Attorney General (AG), preparing briefings for the AG, and coordinating key, organization-wide projects. The Associate Director of Operations will report to the Director of Strategic Planning and be based in the New York City office.

Duties

1. Coordinate with OAG’s press, intergovernmental, policy, and legal staff about the AG’s day-to-day operations.
2. Communicate with external and internal stakeholders about events and meetings the AG will attend.
3. Supervise one or two members of the Executive Operations team.
4. Advance, staff, and travel to events hosted by third parties at which the AG appears.
5. Manage the substantive briefings process for the AG’s meetings and public events.
6. Manage the vetting process and oversee conflicts checks on individuals and organizations with whom the AG engages.
7. Manage other special projects and key duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

1. A minimum of seven (7) years of relevant work experience.
2. Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to proactively manage work to meet tight deadlines.
3. Sound judgment and effective problem-solving/troubleshooting skills. Ability to operate in a fast-paced, dynamic environment handling multiple moving parts simultaneously.
4. Highly collaborative with strong interpersonal and relationship management skills. Must work well independently and with others.
5. Strong verbal and written communication skills and experience handling sensitive and confidential materials with discretion.
6. Periodic availability to work outside of normal business hours for travel in New York state and nationally.

Preferred Skills and Experience

1. Prior experience staffing, advancing, and/or supporting a high-profile principal.
2. Familiarity with New York state or New York City elected officials or government institutions.
3. Experience managing/supervising staff.

The annual salary for this position is $107,164 + $4,000 in location pay. As an employee of OAG, you will join a team of dedicated individuals working to serve the people of our state. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid leave, health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits, along with family-friendly policies. OAG also provides a Workplace Flexibilities Program, 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 committed to workplace diversity.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online. You should prepare the following:

1. Cover Letter: Address to the Legal Recruitment Unit. Explain your interest and qualifications, including relevant life experiences that will help serve our diverse population.
2. Resume Sample: Demonstrate your ability to analyze and organize information effectively. Include a cover page if necessary to provide context.
3. List of three (3) professional references with contact information and relationship details. References will only be contacted after an interview.