Assistant Attorney General Civil Division

Cheyenne, WY - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 5896 - 9580

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

At the Wyoming Attorney Generals Office we strive to provide quality legal services to state agencies to effect better outcomes for Wyoming citizens. Attorneys in our office 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 is seeking an attorney to join its Civil Division. The attorney in this position will provide legal advice and litigation services to multiple state agencies which may include the Secretary of State Board of Nursing and multiple other licensing agencies. This position may also provide additional legal support of our office including evaluating election complaints and reviewing non-profit dissolutions. This position will also perform other duties as assigned to meet the goals and objectives of the Civil Division and the Attorney Generals Office.

The State of Wyomings total compensation package is excellent and includes:

Paid annual and sick leave
Paid holidays
Retirement with employer contributions
Deferred Compensation Plan with employer contributions
Health insurance with an employer contribution toward premiums
Insurance options for health dental life vision ambulance and short and long-term disability
Longevity pay

Human Resource Contact: Stacy Berres / /

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

Analyze complicated legal and factual issues and present complicated issues clearly in written and oral form.
Review respond and advise the agency as to inquiries complaints and other communications.
Conduct legal research to provide day-to-day advice.
Present legal conclusions and advice in various formats including legal documents oral presentations and formal and informal legal opinions.
Advise agency clients with respect to relevant statutes and administrative procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES:

The successful applicant will be provided with training and mentorship to ensure that you have the resources and knowledge you need to succeed.

**All applicants must provide the following as part of the application process:

Cover letter explaining your interest in the position
Professional resume - include 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:

Ability to exercise independent judgment
Knowledge of trial and appellate practice.
Knowledge of 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 is an at-will position. The attorney will be appointed by and serve at the pleasure of the Attorney General (Wyo. Stat. Ann.)

Supplemental Information

015-Attorney General - Civil Division

Clickhere to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.

URL: 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.

Description and FunctionsOpen Until FilledGENERAL DESCRIPTION:At the Wyoming Attorney Generals Office we strive to provide quality legal services to state agencies to effect better outcomes for Wyoming citizens. Attorneys in our office develop their legal skills in a collaborative environment while ...