Assistant Attorney General - Civil Litigation Division

State of South Dakota; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Training opportunities

Dental & vision

Job summary

The Office of the Attorney General in Pierre, South Dakota seeks an Assistant Attorney General to provide legal counsel and litigation support to state agencies on Indian law, natural resources, taxation, and regulatory issues.

Qualified candidates hold a Juris Doctor, are licensed to practice in South Dakota or can obtain licensure promptly, and demonstrate excellent writing, research, and communication skills.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel and representation to state agencies on a broad range of matters.
• Draft legal memos, opinions, and administrative rules; advise agency leadership.
• Represent the State in administrative and judicial proceedings.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Communication

Advocacy

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job 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 .

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 information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/ . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources

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http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus

"An Equal Opportunity Employer"