Assistant Attorney General, Regulated Products Enforcement Unit

Virginia Office of the Attorney General; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Office of the Attorney General is seeking an Assistant Attorney General for the Regulated Products Enforcement Unit. The role focuses on analyzing, investigating, and prosecuting consumer protection violations involving liquid nicotine, nicotine vapor products, kratom, and THC.

The attorney will coordinate with state and local agencies and provide legal guidance on related directives. The position reports to the Regulated Products Enforcement Unit Manager, requires excellent writing,

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to analyze and manage complex enforcement cases; well-developed oral and written communication skills; ability to interact effectively with state/federal officials, a diverse workforce, and the public.

Responsibilities

• Analyze, investigate, and prosecute suspected violations of consumer protection statutes regulating products including liquid nicotine and nicotine vapor products, kratom, and THC.
• Coordinate investigations with other state and local law enforcement agencies.
• Advise staff on legal issues concerning the Liquid Nicotine and Nicotine Vapor Product Directory and its application to manufacturers and products.
• Draft official opinions, review proposed legislation, and collaborate with counterparts in other agencies.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Oral communication

Written communication

Education

Virginia State Bar admission

Job description

Title: Assistant Attorney General, Regulated Products Enforcement Unit

State Role Title: Assistant Attorney General

Hiring Range: $80,000 to $115,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications

Pay Band: UG

Agency: Attorney General & Dept of Law

Location: Office of the Attorney General

Agency Website: https://www.oag.state.va.us/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

This individual will analyze, investigate, and prosecute suspected violations of consumer protection statutes regulating certain products, including liquid nicotine and nicotine vapor products, products containing kratom, and products containing tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). This individual will coordinate investigations with other state and local law‑enforcement agencies. In addition, this individual will provide advice to professional staff regarding legal issues concerning the Liquid Nicotine and Nicotine Vapor Product Directory and its application to specific manufacturers and products. Secondary responsibilities may include analyzing, investigating, and prosecuting suspected violations of other state and federal consumer protection laws as needed. This position reports to the Regulated Products Enforcement Unit Manager in the Office’s Consumer Protection Section. Must have excellent writing skills and be prepared to appear in the appropriate state or federal court in actions filed against alleged violators. Will also assist in drafting official opinions, review proposed legislation, and work with counterparts in other local, state, and federal agencies.

Minimum Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to analyze and manage complex enforcement cases; well-developed oral and written communication skills; and the ability to interact effectively with state/federal government officials, a diverse workforce, and the general public.
• Ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 to 5 years of litigation experience in state and federal courts, concentrating on consumer protection or regulatory enforcement matters.
• Must be admitted to the Virginia State Bar.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.