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Deputy Attorney General, OAG, Civil Litigation & Constitutional Defense Division

Posting Begin Date: 2024/12/19

Posting End Date: 2025/02/21

Category: Legal

Sub Category: Attorney

Work Type: Full Time

Remote: Flexible Hybrid

Location: Boise, ID, United States

Minimum Salary: 43.27

Maximum Salary: 0.00

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Description

State of Idaho Opportunity

Closing Date: Open until filled.

Start Date: To be determined upon hire

Salary: Salary depends on experience (DOE); Starting at $90,000 to 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 a growing city and serves as headquarters for several major national and international corporations. Boise offers a rich variety of both cultural and recreational opportunities. Idaho’s world-famous fly-fishing, skiing, kayaking and hiking are all within easy access.

Primary Duties: The successful applicant will be responsible for representing the Idaho Transportation Department in construction litigation, eminent domain proceedings and other complex commercial litigation. The practice involves an extensive motion and trial practice in district court. 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 general areas of practice are transportation, property, construction and contract law which often involve constitutional and statutory interpretation.

Minimum Qualifications: Admission to the Idaho State Bar. Experience in state and federal courts and administrative proceedings. Ability to handle a large civil litigation caseload.

Preferred Qualifications: Five or more years of experience in civil litigation is preferred.

Applications: E-mail resumes [email protected] .

You may also mail your resume to:

Idaho Transportation Department

Attn: Lead DAG Tim Thomas

Civil Litigation and Constitutional Defense Division

P.O. Box 7129

Boise, ID 83707-1129

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.

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.