Deputy Attorney General: Policy & Legislation (Hybrid)

State of Indiana; Indianapolis, Northern (IN, KY); On-site; USD 81,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Wellness program

Health savings account

Deferred compensation

Pension options

Group life insurance

Employee assistance program

Paid vacation/sick/personal time

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Parking

Job summary

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

This role entails prioritizing sound policy, drafting amendments, and coordinating with the legislative team during sessions, while maintaining strong professional relationships across internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Active license to practice law in 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. Provide 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.

Education

License to practice law in Indiana

Job description

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

This role entails prioritizing sound policy, drafting amendments, and coordinating with the legislative team during sessions, while maintaining strong professional relationships across internal and external stakeholders.