Deputy Attorney General, OAG, Health & Human Services Division - Region 1

Posting Begin Date: 2024/04/29

Posting End Date: 2024/06/28

Category: Attorney

Sub Category: Legal

Work Type: Full Time

Remote: Flexible Hybrid

Location: Coeur d'Alene, ID, United States

Minimum Salary: 40.87

Maximum Salary: 50.49

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Description

State of Idaho Opportunity

Closing Date: Open until filled.

Start Date: To be determined upon hire.

Salary: $85,000 to $105,000 per year, DOE.

Benefits: State employee benefits which include low-cost health and dental insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, 11 paid holidays, multiple retirement savings plans, flexible spending accounts, paid parental leave, and one of the nation’s best state retirement systems (PERSI). The Office is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). Ability to partially telecommute is also available for this Position.

Location: Coeur d’Alene

Primary Duties: Deputy Attorney General will provide legal advice and representation to the Department of Health and Welfare in its Region 1 Coeur d’Alene office with the support of a Legal Assistant. Duties include representation and advice related to child protection, behavioral health, and various social service programs. This position will focus on the litigation needs of the Department in Region 1, (i.e. the First Judicial District consisting of Benewah, Bonner, Boundary, Kootenai, and Shoshone Counties), which includes appearing in contested administrative hearings and state court, as well as other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Duties: Two years of legal experience; strong research, writing, communication, and interpersonal skills; active member in good standing of the Idaho State Bar.

Preferred Qualifications: Litigation experience; knowledge of child protection, administrative law; experience representing organizations.

Applications: E-mail resumes to [email protected] NOTE: You do not have to complete the standard application "apply now" process for this position. If you choose to do so, please also submit your resume to[email protected]to be considered for this position.

If you have questions, please call (208) 334-5674.

The Idaho Office of the Attorney General is an equal opportunity employer. This position is exempt from state classified service, and the rules of the Division of Human Resources and the Idaho Personnel Commission. This is an at-will position.

Benefits:

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.*

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email[email protected].

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.