Investigative Counsel (Buffalo)
State Inspector General, Office of · Erie · New York
- Role
- Policy analyst
- Posted
- Jul 23, 2026
- Closes
- Aug 24, 2026
- Salary
- $93,659 to $118,388 Annually
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Summary
The Office of the Inspector General seeks an experienced attorney to serve as Investigative Counsel in Buffalo, conducting confidential investigations into allegations of fraud, abuse, corruption, and criminal activity involving New York State agencies and employees. The role involves directing investigative teams, coordinating interviews, preparing reports, and referring criminal matters to prosecutors. The position is located in Buffalo within the state's multi-office OIG structure that investigates across executive agencies, welfare programs, and workers' compensation systems.
Key qualifications
- Admitted to practice and in good standing with New York State bar with minimum 2 years legal experience, preferably in investigative context
- Background in white-collar criminal investigations/prosecutions, government contracting/procurement, or complex frauds preferred
- Excellent oral and written communication skills with ability to synthesize complex information
- Experience conducting interviews and/or depositions in investigative context
- Experience working with multi-disciplinary teams; supervisory experience preferred but not required
- New York State residency and valid driver's license required
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