Assistant Attorney General (HOURLY) - Civil Rights

State-of-Georgi; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

The State of Georgia, Office of the Attorney General, Civil Rights Section, seeks an Assistant Attorney General (Hourly) to represent state actors in civil rights matters. This role is part-time, typically 20 hours weekly, and involves legal advocacy for the agencies and officers of Georgia.

The ideal candidate has a law degree from an accredited school, is admitted to the Georgia Bar in good standing, and demonstrates strong writing skills.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited law school.
• Georgia Bar in good standing.
• Strong writing skills required.

Responsibilities

• Attorneys in this section represent State officers and employees who are sued in their individual and official capacities in civil rights actions.
• This position typically works 20 hours a week.

Skills

Strong writing skills

Education

Graduation from an accredited law school

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Attorney General (HOURLY) - Civil Rights

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Requisition ID: JR0000001730

Number of Openings: 1

Shift: Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details: $35.00 PER HOUR

Job Description

Office of the Attorney General Department of Law Assistant Attorney General (HOURLY) - Civil Rights Section The mission of the Department of Law is to serve the citizens of the State of Georgia by providing legal representation of the highest quality to the agencies, officers and employees of state government and by honorably and vigorously carrying out the constitutional and statutory responsibilities of the Attorney General. The position filled through this announcement will serve in Civil Rights section of the General Litigation Division.

Duties & Responsibilities

Attorneys in this section represent State officers and employees who are sued in their individual and official capacities in civil rights actions.

This position typically works 20 hours a week.

Required Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited law school.
• Member of the Georgia Bar in good standing
• Strong writing skills required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference will be given to applicants with 2 or more years of civil rights related experience.

Additional Information

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All applicants will be considered but may be screened for the preferred qualifications of the position and may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected candidates are subject to a State of Georgia tax records check and a criminal background investigation. Only candidates chosen for interviews will be notified due to the high volume of applications.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Georgia is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

The position will remain open until filled. Human Resources reserves the discretion to close the job announcement before the closing date if a significant number of applications are received.

Minimum Qualifications: Equal Employment Opportunity Employer The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.