Deputy Attorney General - Policy

State of Indiana; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4-year benefit package

Hybrid work model

Paid holidays

Pension plan

Job summary

The State of Indiana's Office of the Attorney General seeks a Deputy Attorney General for Policy to support the Policy Director and Legislative Director on legislative initiatives and policy goals for Hoosier constituents.

The Deputy AG will support the Policy Director on policy initiatives, draft amendments, track bills, and coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders. The role includes research and preparing memoranda, with a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• License to practice law in the State of Indiana.

Responsibilities

• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned to advance the Attorney General’s policy agenda and goals.
• Appear on select policy related litigation cases or appeals with other DAGs. Provides effective and efficient legal and policy services.
• Draft comment letters in response to proposed administrative rules, policy letters, and other policy related materials as assigned.
• Support the legislative team in preparation for the legislative session, including bill drafting.
• Assist during the legislative session by drafting amendments, tracking bills, meeting with various stakeholders on behalf of the Office, and performing time-sensitive tasks.
• Assist during the post-session by drafting reports, implementing newly passed laws, and performing certain tasks related to Office priorities.
• Perform legal research on policy-related issues and draft legal memoranda summarizing research.
• Maintain professional and positive relationships with internal and external contacts on behalf of the Office.

Job description

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Office of the Attorney General:

The Office of the Indiana Attorney General represents the state in cases involving the state's interest, provides legal defense to state officials or agencies in court, and gives formal legal advisory opinions on constitutional or legal questions to state officials. The Office of the Attorney General is an Equal Opportunity Employer offering a hybrid work model allowing for the possibility of working two remote days per week.

The Deputy Attorney General for Policy in the Office of the Attorney General will support the Policy Director and the Legislative Director on legislative initiatives and policy goalsfor the benefit of the Office and Hoosier constituents. The Deputy Attorney General for Policy supports the Policy Director on all policy initiatives, working together to ensure sound policy is promulgated from the Office. The Deputy Attorney General for Policy reports directly to the Policy Director and is a member of the Legislative and Policy Development Team.

Role Responsibilities:

• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned to advance the Attorney General’s policy agenda and goals.
• Appear on select policy related litigation cases or appeals with other DAGs. Provides effective and efficient legal and policy services.
• Draft comment letters in response to proposed administrative rules, policy letters, and other policy related materials as assigned.
• Support the legislative team in preparation for the legislative session, including bill drafting.
• Assist during the legislative session by drafting amendments, tracking bills, meeting with various stakeholders on behalf of the Office, and performing time-sensitive tasks.
• Assist during the post-session by drafting reports, implementing newly passed laws, and performing certain tasks related to Office priorities.
• Perform legal research on policy-related issues and draft legal memoranda summarizing research.
• Maintain professional and positive relationships with internal and external contacts on behalf of the Office.

Typical Skills and Qualification:

License to practice law in the State of Indiana.

Salary Statement:

The salary range is: $82,151.00 - $113,645.00 annually.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Four (4) medical plan options (including RX coverage) and vision/dental coverages
• Wellness program - earn back dollars in the form of gift cards
• Health savings account (includes bi-weekly state contribution)
• Deferred compensation account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• Group life insurance
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Paid vacation, personal and sick time off
• Competitive leave policies covering a variety of employee needs.
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free 24/7 permit parking at an Indiana Government Center surface lot or parking garage