Deputy Attorney General, OAG, Civil Litigation - ITD

State of Idaho•Boise, ID

59d•$90,000•Hybrid

About The Position

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, and one of the nation's best state retirement systems (PERSI). The Office is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). Ability to partially telecommute is also available for this position. Location: Boise, Idaho. As Idaho's capital, Boise is serves as headquarters for several major national and international corporations. Boise offers a rich variety of both cultural and recreational opportunities. Primary Duties: The successful applicant will be responsible for representing the Idaho Transportation Department in civil litigation. Practice areas include real property, contract disputes, and administrative law. The practice includes motion and trial practice in district court, as well as administrative hearings. The attorney will also provide day-to-day legal advice to department employees on a variety of legal issues, evaluate draft legislation, contracts and proposed administrative rules, and handle administrative appeals filed by contractors and other parties. 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 [email protected]. 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; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html. EEO/ADA/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/TTD: 711), or email [email protected]. Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

Requirements

Admission to the Idaho State Bar.
Experience in state courts and administrative proceedings and the ability to handle a civil litigation caseload are desirable.

Nice To Haves

Three or more years of experience in civil litigation is preferred.

Responsibilities

Representing the Idaho Transportation Department in civil litigation.
Practice areas include real property, contract disputes, and administrative law.
Practice includes motion and trial practice in district court, as well as administrative hearings.
Provide day-to-day legal advice to department employees on a variety of legal issues
Evaluate draft legislation, contracts and proposed administrative rules
Handle administrative appeals filed by contractors and other parties.