Deputy General Counsel

State of South Dakota; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 79,200 - 95,770; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$0 premium employee health insurance

Eleven paid holidays

Generous vacation and sick leave accrual

Dental and vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

The State of South Dakota is looking for a full-time Deputy General Counsel to provide legal services to the Department of Education. This role involves representing the department in legal matters, offering advice to boards, and addressing ethics inquiries.

Ideal candidates will have three or more years of experience, law school graduation, and membership in the South Dakota State Bar. The position includes substantial benefits, including employee health insurance, generous leave, and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of experience in legal practice.
• Interest in education law.
• Qualifications for appointment as a Special Assistant Attorney General.

Responsibilities

• Represent the department in administrative proceedings and litigation.
• Provide legal advice and representation to various boards.
• Coordinate investigations regarding ethics issues.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Strong work ethic

Ability to organize and prioritize tasks

Education

Graduate of an accredited law school

Member of the South Dakota State Bar

Job description

Job ID: 36414

Agency: Department of Education

Location: Pierre, SD

Salary: $79,200 - $95,770/annually, depending on qualifications

Pay Grade: L2

The South Dakota Department of Education is seeking a full-time attorney to serve as Deputy General Counsel and provide legal services to department staff and associated boards and commissions. This position reports to the General Counsel and is supported by a legal assistant.

Responsibilities Include

• Representing the department as a Special Assistant Attorney General in administrative proceedings and litigation in State and federal courts.
• Providing legal advice and representation to the South Dakota Board of Education Standards, teacher, and administrator ethics commissions, and other department boards.
• Coordinating investigations regarding teacher and administrator ethics issues.
• Providing legal advice and counsel to department staff regarding the interpretation and application of State and federal laws related to education, schools, and public agencies.
• Responding to legal inquiries from school districts and the public.
• Drafting statutes and administrative rules.
• Reviewing contracts, joint powers agreements, and related documents.
• Other duties as assigned.

Licenses And Certifications

Must be a graduate of an accredited law school, a member of the South Dakota State Bar, and qualify for appointment as a Special Assistant Attorney General.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

Three or more years of experience, excellent verbal and written communication skills, a strong work ethic, the ability to organize and prioritize tasks, and an interest in education law.

Additional Requirements: To be considered, please attach your resume and a writing sample.

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.

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.

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