Bureau Chief

Reference No. RPB_ALB_BC_3893 • Application Deadline is August 7, 2026

About the role

The Office of the New York State Attorney General (OAG) is seeking an experienced attorney with prior supervisory, transactional, and litigation experience to serve as Bureau Chief of the Real Property Bureau (RPB). The bureau investigates and certifies title, clears liens, and prepares deeds and other closing documents to facilitate the acquisition of marketable title for the state’s purchase of land. It also handles all of the state’s eminent domain acquisitions by reviewing title, identifying and certifying all legal interests entitled to compensation, and representing the state in court proceedings involving disputes over state land titles or fair compensation for property acquired by eminent domain.

This position is in Albany and reports to the Deputy Attorney General for State Counsel. The bureau employs a team of attorneys, legal assistants, support staff, and title searchers.

Responsibilities

• Supervise attorneys and legal support staff in both transactional and litigation matters.
• Oversee the investigation and certification of title for state land acquisitions.
• Clear liens and prepare deeds and other closing documents.
• Manage the state’s eminent domain acquisitions, including reviewing title and certifying legal interests entitled to compensation.
• Represent the state in court proceedings related to disputes over state land titles or fair compensation for eminent domain acquisitions.
• Travel throughout the state as required.

Requirements

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience supervising other attorneys and legal support staff in both transactional and litigation matters.
• Admission to practice law in New York state and residency (or intent to reside) in New York state.
• United States citizenship (required by Public Officers Law for OAG attorneys).
• Two (2) year commitment upon being hired.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the state land acquisition process, including relevant laws such as the Eminent Domain Proceedings Law, Real Property Law, Real Property Actions and Proceedings Law, and specific agency statutory authority to acquire property (highly desirable).
• Excellent legal analysis, legal writing, and editing skills.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.
• Technological skills, including experience with computer software programs such as Microsoft Access (used to track projects) and case management platforms (used to track the bureau’s litigation docket).

Pay

$200,982

Benefits

• Comprehensive New York state benefits package, including paid leave, health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits.
• Family-friendly policies.
• Robust Workplace Flexibilities Program, including telecommuting (up to two days per week) and alternative work schedules.