Attorney I
Pierre, SD - USA
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Job ID: 35942
Agency: Game Fish & Parks
Location: Pierre SDSalary: $77276.48-$85853.00 Annual Salary depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: L1
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
The South Dakota Department of Game Fish & Parks is seeking a full-time Attorney to serve and provide legal services to department staff and associated boards and commissions. This position reports to the General Counsel and is supported by a legal assistant.
The department serves and connects people and families to the outdoors through effective management of our states parks fisheries and wildlife resources. Working for Game Fish and Parks is not just a job it is a life passion. It is about working together as a team with colleagues customers landowners and partner organizations to ensure that our states outdoor heritage lives on for the next generation.
Providing exceptional outdoor recreational opportunities for people to enjoy is one of the best jobs in state government. Our atmosphere empowers professional success and team building while fostering relationships to build a culture focused on our four strategic plan goals:
This is a Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly position with the Department of Game Fish & Parks. For more information on the Game Fish & Parks please visit .
Licenses and Certifications:
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
A strong work ethic excellent legal research writing and analytical skills and meaningful communication and interpersonal abilities.
Knowledge of:
Skill to:
Ability to:
Additional Requirements: To be considered please attach your resume and cover letter.
This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act.
The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.
The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays generous vacation and sick leave accrual dental vision and other insurance options and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
Must apply online:
You must apply online emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources and Administration
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email:
An Equal Opportunity Employer
#LI-Onsite
Job ID: 35942
Agency: Game Fish & Parks
Location: Pierre SDSalary: $77276.48-$85853.00 Annual Salary depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: L1
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
The South Dakota Department of Game Fish & Parks is seeking a full-time Attorney to serve and provide legal services to department staff and associated boards and commissions. This position reports to the General Counsel and is supported by a legal assistant.
The department serves and connects people and families to the outdoors through effective management of our states parks fisheries and wildlife resources. Working for Game Fish and Parks is not just a job it is a life passion. It is about working together as a team with colleagues customers landowners and partner organizations to ensure that our states outdoor heritage lives on for the next generation.
Providing exceptional outdoor recreational opportunities for people to enjoy is one of the best jobs in state government. Our atmosphere empowers professional success and team building while fostering relationships to build a culture focused on our four strategic plan goals:
- Provide outdoor recreational opportunities
- Serve as stewards of our states natural resources
- Inspire confidence
- Foster professional excellence
This is a Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly position with the Department of Game Fish & Parks. For more information on the Game Fish & Parks please visit .
Licenses and Certifications:
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- An active license in good standing with the State Bar of South Dakota or the ability to obtain licensure promptly.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
A strong work ethic excellent legal research writing and analytical skills and meaningful communication and interpersonal abilities.
Knowledge of:
- statutes applicable to administrative hearings procedures and rules;
- rules of evidence and procedure.
Skill to:
- prepare and analyze legal documents and writing;
- draft and review contracts leases and easements;
- identify and apply legal principles;
- corroborate with department staff in drafting statutes and administrative rules.
Ability to:
- provide legal advice and counsel to department staff;
- express oneself clearly and concisely orally and in writing.
Additional Requirements: To be considered please attach your resume and cover letter.
This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act.
The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.
The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays generous vacation and sick leave accrual dental vision and other insurance options and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
Must apply online:
You must apply online emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources and Administration
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email:
An Equal Opportunity Employer
#LI-Onsite
Required Experience:
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