Assistant Attorney General - Civil Litigation Division

the South Dakota State Government • Pierre, SD

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About The Position

The South Dakota Attorney General’s Office seeks an attorney to join its Civil Litigation Division as an Assistant Attorney General. The position provides legal counsel and representation to governmental entities on complex matters involving Indian law, natural resources, public lands, taxation, and regulatory issues. The work includes legal and policy matters affecting the State, its citizens, and its relationship with tribal governments.

Responsibilities may include drafting and reviewing administrative rules, contracts, and legal memoranda; advising agency leadership and staff; conducting legal research; participating in negotiations; and representing the State in administrative and judicial proceedings. The role requires strong research, writing, analytical, negotiation, and advocacy skills, as well as the ability to manage multiple assignments and collaborate with state officials, agency personnel, and other stakeholders.

The position is full-time and exempt from the Civil Service Act. The successful applicant must undergo a background investigation. The State does not sponsor work visas; employees must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete Form I-9. The State uses E-Verify for employment eligibility verification upon hire.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in South Dakota or able to promptly obtain licensure.
• Excellent writing, research, and communication skills.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and work collaboratively.
• Professionalism, integrity, and sound judgment.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel and representation to governmental entities.
• Address complex legal matters involving Indian law, natural resources, public lands, taxation, and regulatory issues.
• Draft and review administrative rules, contracts, and legal memoranda.
• Advise agency leadership and staff.
• Conduct legal research.
• Participate in negotiations.
• Represent the State in administrative and judicial proceedings.
• Manage multiple assignments and collaborate with state officials, agency personnel, and other stakeholders.

Benefits

• Employer-paid health insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Paid leave, including vacation and sick leave accrual
• Eleven paid holidays
• Paid training opportunities
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Other insurance options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree