Assistant Attorney General Civil Division 2026-01880

State of Wyoming; Cheyenne (WY); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

Retirement options

Paid leave and holidays

Loan forgiveness program

Training and professional development

Employee assistance program

Wellness program

Descripción de la vacante

State of Wyoming’s Attorney General's Office Civil Division offers a high-impact public service role with immediate autonomy for attorneys transitioning from private practice or early-career lawyers seeking independent responsibility. The position provides complex state-level legal work and a collaborative culture focused on meaningful public service.

You will engage in statutory, regulatory, and administrative issues, with training and mentorship available.

Formación

• Juris doctorate required.
• Knowledge of trial and appellate practice.
• Knowledge of administrative law and civil procedure.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment.

Responsabilidades

• Analyze complicated legal and factual issues and present complex matters clearly in writing and oral form.
• Review, respond, and advise the agency on inquiries, complaints, and other communications.
• Conduct legal research to provide day-to-day advice.
• Present legal conclusions and advice in various formats, including legal documents and formal opinions.
• Advise agency clients regarding relevant statutes and administrative procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Independent judgment

Analytical thinking

Oral & written communication

Educación

Juris doctorate

Descripción del empleo

General Description

Step into high-impact public service without sacrificing your life outside of work. Whether you are interested in transitioning from private practice or are an ambitious early-career attorney who wants immediate autonomy, the Attorney General's Office offers an attractive alternative to private practice. You will engage in complex state-level legal work paired with a supportive and collaborative culture.

Why join the Civil Division?

• Immediate Counsel and Litigation Experience: Advise agency leaders directly on complex statutory, administrative, and regulatory issues.
• Cutting-Edge Legal Practice: Engage with innovative state initiatives - such as digital assets and economic development - alongside deep general public law practice.
• True Work-Life Balance: Leave billable hour requirements and build a long-term legal career supported by comprehensive state benefits and predictable hours.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and MUCH MORE!

Human Resource Contact: Stacy Berres / [phone] / [e-mail]

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Analyze complicated legal and factual issues and present complicated issues clearly in written and oral form.
• Review, respond, and advise the agency as to inquiries, complaints, and other communications.
• Conduct legal research to provide day-to-day advice.
• Present legal conclusions and advice in various formats, including legal documents, oral presentations, and formal and informal legal opinions.
• Advise agency clients with respect to relevant statutes and administrative procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

PREFERENCES:

The successful applicant will be provided with training and mentorship to ensure that you have the resources and knowledge you need to succeed. Please review your application for completeness and accuracy. Only accurate and complete applications will be reviewed for this position.

• All applicants must provide the following as part of the application process:
• Professional resume
• References
• Recent writing sample
• Law school transcript

Knowledge

• Ability to exercise independent judgment
• Knowledge of trial and appellate practice.
• Knowledge of administrative law and civil procedure.

Education

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Juris doctorate

Notes

• FLSA: Exempt
• Salary is commensurate with relevant legal experience
• Successful applicants are required to pass a criminal background investigation
• This is an at-will position. The attorney will be appointed by and serve at the pleasure of the Attorney General (Wyo. Stat. Ann. 9-1-608)

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.

Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job - it’s a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.

Employees Enjoy

• Comprehensive health coverage - medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Voluntary Benefits - including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts
• Multiple retirement options - including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security
• Generous paid leave and flexible schedules - vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 9 paid holidays each year
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility - for those with qualifying student loans
• Training and professional development - to support your career growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program - Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts
• Wellness Program - Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health

Know your full value.

Your paycheck is only part of the picture. The State of Wyoming offers a Total Compensation Calculator that shows the full value of your salary plus benefits, so you can clearly see what your complete compensation package looks like.

WORKING FOR THE GREATEST STATE IN THE NATION

Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can’t find anywhere else - wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, and no state income tax.