Environmental & Natural Resources Attorney

Freeman Fire Department; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 79,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave

Retirement benefits

Job summary

Agriculture & Natural Resources seeks an Attorney I or II to provide legal expertise supporting the department's mission to protect and preserve agriculture, environment, and natural resources through effective regulatory services, conservation, and technical assistance. The role involves advising multiple divisions, ensuring regulatory compliance, and representing the department in legal proceedings.

Excellent opportunity for public service impact in South Dakota's environment and agricultural

Qualifications

• JD required and SD licensed attorney.
• 1-10 years of legal experience in agriculture and environmental regulations.
• Experience handling administrative hearings and regulator compliance is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel to the department secretary and divisions on legal matters.
• Oversee compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Assist staff with development and execution of enforcement actions and settlement agreements.
• Represent the department in administrative hearings and in trial and appellate courts.
• Manage case strategy from inception through resolution, including discovery, pleadings, hearings, and trials.
• Draft memoranda, policies, and legal opinions.

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD) degree

Job description

Agriculture & Natural Resources seeks an Attorney I or II to provide legal expertise supporting the department's mission to protect and preserve agriculture, environment, and natural resources through effective regulatory services, conservation, and technical assistance. The role involves advising multiple divisions, ensuring regulatory compliance, and representing the department in legal proceedings.

Excellent opportunity for public service impact in South Dakota's environment and agricultural