Education Department Counsel (SAAG)

South Dakota State Government; South Dakota; On-site; USD 79,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Dental and vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

South Dakota State Government's Department of Education seeks a full-time attorney to support staff and boards as a Special Assistant Attorney General. The role reports to the General Counsel and includes litigation, advisory work, and contract review.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of experience, strong written and verbal communication, and a passion for education law. Travel is minimal, and the position is exempt from the Civil Service Act.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong work ethic and ability to organize and prioritize tasks.
• Interest in education law.

Responsibilities

• Representing the department as a Special Assistant Attorney General in administrative proceedings and litigation in State and federal court.
• Providing legal advice and representation to the SD Board of Education Standards, ethics commissions, and other boards.
• Coordinating investigations regarding ethics issues for teachers and administrators.
• Providing legal counsel on 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.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Education law

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

State Bar admission (SD)

Job description

South Dakota State Government's Department of Education seeks a full-time attorney to support staff and boards as a Special Assistant Attorney General. The role reports to the General Counsel and includes litigation, advisory work, and contract review.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of experience, strong written and verbal communication, and a passion for education law. Travel is minimal, and the position is exempt from the Civil Service Act.