Assistant Attorney General - Civil Litigation Division

South Dakota State Government; Pierre (SD); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 115.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Retirement benefits

Health insurance

Paid leave

Paid training opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

The Office of the South Dakota Attorney General in Pierre is seeking an Assistant Attorney General for the Civil Litigation Division. This full-time role involves providing legal counsel and representation to state agencies on complex matters, including Indian law and natural resources.

Qualified candidates hold a JD, are licensed or eligible to practice in SD, and possess strong writing, research, and advocacy skills. Salary ranges from $90,000 to $115,000 with excellent benefits.

Formación

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in South Dakota or able to promptly obtain licensure.
• Excellent writing, research, and communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Provide legal counsel and representation to state agencies on a broad range of matters including Indian law, natural resources, and regulatory issues.
• Draft and review administrative rules, contracts and legal memoranda; advise agency leadership and staff; conduct legal research.
• Represent the State in administrative and judicial proceedings and participate in negotiations.

Conocimientos

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication skills

Negotiation

Educación

Juris Doctor (JD)

Descripción del empleo

Assistant Attorney General - Civil Litigation Division - 38355

Pierre, SD | Attorney General | Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly

90,000 - 115,000 US per year

Description

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Job ID: 38355
Agency: Office of Attorney General
Location: Pierre, SD
Salary: $90,000.00 - $115,000.00
Pay Grade: LI – LII
Closing Date: December 31, 2026

This is a full-time position with the Office of the Attorney General. For more information on the Office of the Attorney General, please visit http://atg.sd.gov .

The South Dakota Attorney General's Office seeks a motivated and skilled attorney to join its legal team as an Assistant Attorney General. This position will provide legal counsel and representation to various governmental entities on a broad range of complex matters involving Indian law, natural resources, public lands, taxation, and regulatory issues.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work on significant legal and policy matters affecting the State, its citizens, and its relationship with tribal governments. The position requires strong legal research, writing, analytical, negotiation, and advocacy skills, as well as the ability to manage multiple assignments and work collaboratively with state officials, agency personnel, and other stakeholders.

Additional 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.

QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants must have a juris doctorate from an accredited law school, be licensed to practice law in South Dakota or can promptly obtain licensure, and have excellent writing, research, and communication skills. Assistant Attorneys General must uphold the highest degrees of professionalism, integrity, and sound judgment.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Starting salary for this position ranges from $90,000 to $115,000 annually, depending on experience. On top of a set salary, the State of South Dakota has an exceptional benefit package including retirement, health insurance, paid leave, and paid training opportunities. More information on our benefits package can be found at: http://bhr.sd.gov .

This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act.

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment.

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 employer paid health insurance plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits informationat https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/ .This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.