State of Idaho Opportunity
Closing Date Open until filled. Start Date To be determined upon hire.
Salary Starting at $90,000 to Depends on Experience DOE.
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).
Location Boise, Idaho
Primary Duties The successful applicant will provide general counsel services to state agencies and elected officials on a variety of legal issues including: • Statutory interpretation • Contracts • Procurement • Employment issues • Open meetings laws • Public records requests The role may occasionally involve representing agencies in administrative hearings.
The State General Counsel Division represents numerous state agency clients, providing interesting legal work and the ability to expand ones legal skills.
Minimum Qualifications Active Idaho State Bar license is required.
Preferred Qualifications At least two years of experience drafting contracts is preferred.
Applications Email letter of interest, resume, and recent writing sample to: leslie.gottschag.idaho.gov
NOTE You do not have to complete the standard application apply now process for this position. If you choose to do so, please also submit the application materials to leslie.gottschag.idaho.gov to be considered 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 ana.laraag.idaho.gov.
Benefits The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package including: • Medical, vision, and dental insurance • PERSI retirement benefits • Paid sick vacation and parental leave • 11 paid holidays per year For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployeesBenefits.html
EEOA Veteran The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact 208-334-2263 (TTY/TTYD/711) or email ada.coordinatordhr.idaho.gov.
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.