State of Idaho Opportunity
Deputy Attorney General Natural Resources Division
Closing Date Open until filled.
Start Date To be determined upon hire.
Salary Starting at $90,000 - Depends on Experience DOE.
Location Boise, Idaho
Primary Duties
The Natural Resources Division of the Idaho Attorney Generals Office is seeking applications for an attorney to provide representation and counsel to the State of Idaho and its natural resource agencies, including the Idaho Oil and Gas Conservation Commission, the State in special litigation proceedings, the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation, and other boards, commissions, or agencies as assigned. Practice areas can include:
• Oil and gas regulation and enforcement • Idaho Public Records Law and Open Meeting Law • FERC proceedings • Endangered Species Act and NEPA litigation • Adjudication of state, federal, and tribal water rights • Natural resource uses on public lands • Civil litigation arising from contracts, torts, state, and federal laws, etc. • Advising and representing natural resource agencies on contracting, rulemaking, and other administrative matters
Minimum Qualifications
Admission to the Idaho State Bar and U.S. District of Idaho.
Three years of relevant legal and technical work experience or coursework.
Experience in civil litigation procedure and practice, including pleadings, discovery, dispositive motions, trial, post-trial motions, appeals.
Knowledge of state contract terms, contract review, and application, and drafting.
Exceptional public speaking, computer writing, editing, telephone, and client management skills are required.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
Strong computer skills and effective use of Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Preferred Qualifications
Five or more years of litigation experience.
Experience in contract and real property law.
Mediation and negotiation skills.
Interpreting and applying laws, regulations, and policies.
Researching and preparing reports and recommendations.
Applications
Email a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to denise.stringerag.idaho.gov.
NOTE: You do not have to complete the standard application apply now process for this position.
The Idaho Office of the Attorney General is an equal opportunity employer. This position is exempt from state classified service and the rules of the Division of Human Resources and the Idaho Personnel Commission. This is an at-will position.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact Human Resources at 208-334-4128 or email denise.stringerag.idaho.gov.
Benefits
State employee benefits, which include:
• Low-cost health and dental insurance • Paid vacation and sick leave • 11 paid holidays • Multiple retirement savings plans • Flexible spending accounts • Paid parental leave • One of the nations best state retirement systems, PERSI
The Office is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, PSLF. Ability to partially telecommute is also available for this position.