Assistant Attorney General Water and Natural Resources 2026-02638

Assistant Attorney General Water and Natural Resources 2026-02638

Salary

$6,903.87 - $11,507.60 Monthly

Location

Cheyenne, WY

Job Type

At-Will Full-Time

Job Number

2026-02638

Department

Attorney General

Division

LAW Water & Natural Resources

Opening Date

10/29/2026

FLSA

Exempt

Job Classification

ATTY99

• Description
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Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

At the Wyoming Attorney General's Office, we strive to provide quality legal services to state agencies to effect better outcomes for Wyoming citizens. Attorneys in our office have the opportunity to develop their legal skills in a collaborative environment while doing interesting and meaningful work and maintaining a work-life balance.

The Wyoming Attorney Generals Office seeks a qualified attorney interested in serving as an attorney in the Water & Natural Resources Division and representing the State of Wyoming and the Department of Environmental Quality in litigation, enforcement, and day-to-day legal matters. This position will primarily, but not exclusively, represent the Water Quality Division of the Department of Environmental Quality.

The Attorney Generals Office provides attorneys an opportunity to receive great mentorship, develop expertise, and excel at and utilize their skills in a dynamic and collegial work environment while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and MUCH MORE!

Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!

Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary?

Explore our Total Compensation Calculator: https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov

Human Resources Contact: Jennifer Erickson / 307-275-1460 / jennifer.erickson1@wyo.govv

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

• Represent the State of Wyoming in state and federal court with primary responsibility for the Departments implementation of the Clean Water Act and enforcement of related state laws.
• Review draft legislation to advise the Governor and clients; compose formal and informal legal opinions on questions submitted by agency clients; advise agency clients concerning relevant statutes and administrative procedure; make strategic decisions on cases and manage workflow on cases in consultation with office leadership.
• Prepare and present contested cases on behalf of the Department of Environmental Quality before the Environmental Quality Council, including permit appeals, appeals of agency orders, as well as referrals to the Attorney General.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES/AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

To the extent that you are already familiar with environmental law and civil litigation, administrative law, or some of the unique challenges that arise when representing a government agency, we want you to apply. To the extent that you are not familiar with these areas of law, but you have an interest, we still want you to apply. We will work with you to ensure that you have the knowledge that you need to succeed.

All applicants must provide the following attachments as part of the application process.

• Professional resume
• References
• Recent writing sample
• Law school transcript

Please review your application for completeness and accuracy. Only accurate and complete applications will be reviewed for this position.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of the Clean Water Act and related State laws, trial and appellate practice, administrative law, and civil procedure.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Juris Doctorate

Necessary Special Requirements

NOTES:

• FLSA: Exempt
• Salary is commensurate with relevant legal experience
• Successful applicants are required to pass a criminal background investigation
• This position is At-will and is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the Attorney General (W.S. 9-1-608).

Supplemental Information

015-Attorney General - Water & Natural Resources Division

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator.

URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Human Resources Contact: Jennifer Erickson / 307-275-1460 / jennifer.erickson1@wyo.gov

Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job - it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.

Employees enjoy:

• Comprehensive health coverage - medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits - including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options - including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules - vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 9 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility - for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development - to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

Know your full value.

Your paycheck is only part of the picture. The State of Wyoming offers a Total Compensation Calculator that shows the full value of your salary plus benefits, so you can clearly see what your complete compensation package looks like.

Explore your total compensation: https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov/

WORKING FOR THE GREATEST STATE IN THE NATION - Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can't find anywhere else - wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, and no state income tax.

Click here for detailed information or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!.

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(ATTY99) Do you have your Juris Doctorate?

• Yes
• No

02

(ATTY99) Are you within six (6) months of graduating with a Juris Doctorate?

• Yes
• No

03

(ATTY) Have you passed the State Bar for Wyoming?

• Yes
• No

04

(ATTY99) If yes, please provide the date passed.

05

(ATTY) Have you passed the Bar for a state other than Wyoming?

• Yes
• No

06

(ATTY99) If yes, which State(s), please list and include dates passed.

07

(ATTY99) Have you attached the following? Professional Resume References Recent Writing Sample Law School Transcript

• Yes
• No

08

(A) Where did you hear about this opportunity?

• Government Jobs www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Zip Recruiter
• Wyoming Workforce Center
• Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
• Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
• Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
• Career Fair
• Human Resources Division
• Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
• Current State Employee
• Other

09

(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employees first and last name, and include the department they work for if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral bonus

10

(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.

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(AA) VETERANS PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: Per Wyoming Statute, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for Veterans Preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive Veterans Preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. * I have read and understand the Veterans Preference Disclosure and understand that, if claiming Veterans Preference, I must attach the appropriate supporting documentation to each application I submit in order to receive Veterans Preference.

• Yes, I have read and understand the Veterans Preference Disclosure.
• No, I am not claiming Veterans Preference

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(AA) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify. I have read and understand the above statement.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer State of Wyoming

Address Human Resource Contact Information located in the

General Description Section

Statewide, Wyoming, 82002

Phone 307-777-7188

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm