Consumer Protection Attorney

Minimum Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor Degree.

• Admission to and maintenance of licensure from the State Bar of Montana.

• Two years of supervisory experience.

• At least two years of specialized law and litigation experience.

• If licensed in another state must be able to become licensed to practice law in Montana within one year of hire. Incumbent is responsible for paying fees for MT State licensure.

• Eligible to be admitted to practice in federal and state courts as needed.

• Other combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

This position requires knowledge of personnel procedures policies and management practices and techniques. Superior knowledge of sources of Montana law and other applicable law. Knowledge of Montana criminal law and procedure Montana Rules of Civil Procedure and Montana Rules of Evidence. Skilled in the use of personal computer and standard office equipment and working knowledge of word processing software hardware and databases. Skilled at implementing organized and effective work practices. Superior advocacy conflict resolution and negotiation skills. Excellent legal research and writing skills including citation format.

Preferred Qualifications:

• At least two years of specialized law and litigation experience preferably in consumer protection.

• Background in criminal or civil investigations.

Special Instructions:

If you have been practicing law for five years or less please provide a copy of your law school transcript.

You are REQUIRED to attach a cover letter résumé and alegalwriting sample of 3000 wordsor less from a document or portion thereof prepared within the last three years at the time of application.

The selection procedures to be used in evaluating the applicants qualification may include but are not limited to an evaluation of the résumé and cover letter a structured interview performance test academic transcripts reference/background checks and fingerprint checks.

Additional materials references or information submitted by the applicant but not requested will not be considered.

Successful applicant(s) will be subject to:

• Criminal History Fingerprint Check

• Driving History

• Intensive Background Investigation

HOW TO APPLY:

To be considered for this position you must attach a resume at the time of application.

Tip: When attaching your resume you must mark the attachment as a Relevant File.

Your Resume: Please include all work experience as well as job duties that demonstrate your qualifications for this position. Include dates of employment (month & year- start & end) and the reason you left each job.

A complete online state application is not required. To initiate an application attach the resume to be considered for this position. Failure to attach résumé will result in an incomplete application that will not be considered further.

Only electronic applications will be accepted. Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process.

All documents for Veteran or Disability preference must be received or date stamped by the closing date. Please submit preference documentation to Terri Christianson at via File Transfer Service .

To request an accommodation with the application process please contact the HR office.

Your service is rewarded with competitive compensation and generous State of Montana Benefits.

• Medical dental and vision coverage

• Retirement plans

• Generous paid vacation sick and holidays

• Pre-tax Flexibility Spending Accounts

• Employee Assistance Program

• State of Montana employment may qualify for student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.

This Organization Participates in E-Verify.

Minorities are under-represented in this position and are encouraged to apply.