Job Announcements
Chief of Special Litigation, Central Office
Date Posted: Oct. 15, 2024
Closing Date: Open until filled.
Start Date: To be determined upon hire.
Salary: Salary DOE, $150,000 to $175,000.
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 available for this position.
Location: Boise, Idaho. As Idaho’s capital, Boise is a growing city of approximately 226,570 and serves as headquarters for several major national and international corporations. Boise offers a rich variety of both cultural and recreational opportunities. Idaho’s world-famous fly-fishing, skiing, kayaking and hiking are all within easy access. Housing costs are moderate.
Primary Duties: Will work closely with the Attorney General, Chief Deputy, and the Civil Litigation Division to strategize and manage high profile cases defending Idaho’s laws and sovereignty. Will lead a team of two to four attorneys pursuing some of the most consequential cases the Office is handling. The candidate and team will be engaged in strategizing, researching, writing, filing suits, taking depositions, arguing in court, trying cases, and carrying out all aspects of litigation in these special cases for the office.
Minimum Qualifications: Strong academic background with significant litigation experience and a passion for the law. Must be a member in good standing of the Idaho State Bar or eligible for admission on reciprocity.
Seeking a dynamic, experienced litigator who exhibits exceptional research, writing, communication, and interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate will be an aggressive and thoughtful litigator who takes a principled approach to protecting the state of Idaho in the courts.
Strategic vision, political savvy, and compatibility with the Attorney General’s legal philosophy and goals are important. This team will file suits that frequently come before the Idaho Supreme Court, federal appellate courts, and the Supreme Court of the United States.
Applications: E-mail resume and cover letter to phil.skinner@ag.idaho.gov.
You may also mail your resume and cover letter to:
Idaho Office of the Attorney General
Attn: Phil Skinner, Chief of Staff
P.O. Box 83720
Boise, ID 83720-0010
If you have questions, please call 208-334-2400.
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.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact Human Resources at (208) 334-4128 or email ana.lara@ag.idaho.gov.
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Deputy Attorney General, Criminal Law Division, Appellate Unit
Date Posted: Apr 17, 2025
Closing Date: Open until filled.
Start Date: To be determined upon hire.
Salary: Salary DOE, starting at $90,000.
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: Boise, Idaho. As Idaho’s capital, Boise is a growing city of approximately 226,570 and serves as headquarters for several major national and international corporations. Boise offers a rich variety of both cultural and recreational opportunities. Idaho’s world-famous fly-fishing, skiing, kayaking and hiking are all within easy access. Housing costs are moderate.
Primary Duties: The successful applicant will be assigned to the Appellate Unit in the Criminal Law Division of the Idaho Attorney General’s Office. Practice in the Appellate Unit offers intellectually challenging work in a stimulating environment. Primary duties include conducting legal research, preparing briefs, and presenting oral arguments to the Idaho Supreme Court and the Idaho Court of Appeals in criminal and related cases. Appellate attorneys frequently consult on other cases handled by the Criminal Law Division because of their legal expertise and may also be asked to review legislation, serve on committees dealing with criminal law, or complete other related tasks.
Minimum Qualifications: Must be licensed to practice law in Idaho. Excellent research, writing, and word processing skills are a prerequisite.
Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience as a prosecutor is preferred but not required.
Applications: E-mail a resume to keri.ascherfeld@ag.idaho.gov.
You may also mail or fax your resume to:
Idaho Office of the Attorney General
Attn: Keri Ascherfeld
PO Box 83720
Boise, Idaho 83720-0036
Telephone: (208) 334-4545
Facsimile: (208) 854-8074
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.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact Human Resources at (208) 334-4128 or email ana.lara@ag.idaho.gov.
Deputy Attorney General, Energy and Natural Resources Division, Central Office
Date Posted: May 12, 2025
Closing Date: Open until filled.
Start Date: To be determined upon hire.
Salary: Salary DOE, starting at $90,000.
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).
Location: Boise, Idaho. As Idaho’s capital, Boise is a growing city of approximately 226,570 and serves as headquarters for several major national and international corporations. Boise offers a rich variety of both cultural and recreational opportunities. Idaho’s world-famous fly-fishing, skiing, kayaking and hiking are all within easy access. Housing costs are moderate.
Primary Duties: The Central Office of the Energy and Natural Resources Division is looking for an attorney to provide representation and counsel to the State of Idaho and its natural resource agencies, including, but not limited to, the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation, the Idaho Oil and Gas Conservation Commission, and the State Board of Land Commissioners. Practice areas can include public lands, endangered species, NEPA, adjudication of state, federal and tribal water rights, and advising natural resource agencies on contracting, rulemaking, and other administrative matters. Appearances before administrative bodies, state and federal district courts and courts of appeals, including the Idaho Supreme Court, will be required.
Minimum Qualifications: Admission to the Idaho State Bar and at least three years of relevant legal and technical work experience is preferred. Strong academic qualifications are required.
Preferred Qualifications: The ideal candidate will have strong legal research and writing skills and be able to perform a variety of litigation and transactional work independently.
Applications: E-mail a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to Rebecca.wills@ag.idaho.gov.
You may also mail or fax your resume to:
Idaho Office of the Attorney General
Attn: Rebecca Wills
700 West State Street
Boise, Idaho 83720-0010
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.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact Human Resources at (208) 334-4523 or email denise.stringer@ag.idaho.gov.
Deputy Attorney General, Health and Human Services Division, Department of Health and Welfare
Date Posted: May 14, 2025
Closing Date: Open until filled.
Start Date: To be determined upon hire.
Salary: Salary DOE, starting at $90,000.
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).
Location: Boise, Idaho. As Idaho’s capital, Boise is a growing city of approximately 226,570 and serves as headquarters for several major national and international corporations. Boise offers a rich variety of both cultural and recreational opportunities. Idaho’s world-famous fly-fishing, skiing, kayaking and hiking are all within easy access. Housing costs are moderate.
Primary Duties: Provide legal advice and representation for the Department of Health & Welfare, including at administrative proceedings, and occasionally on appeal in district court. Areas of practice include advice and counsel to DHW related to Licensing and Certification Division, Medicaid Program Integrity Unit, and Welfare Fraud. This position works closely with other DAGs in the HHS Division. Other duties may include limited litigation; contract review and drafting; legislative analysis; administrative rule drafting and analysis; all aspects of administrative actions that could potentially include drafting orders; appeals of administrative orders; review of department policies for legal compliance; advice on substantive legal issues for the department staff assigned and public records law; conduct training for co-workers and department staff; and other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: Member Idaho State Bar; exhibit strong research, writing, communication and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications: Minimum two years of legal experience; Medicaid and/or health care industry knowledge.
Applications: E-mail resumes to amanda.rickard@dhw.idaho.gov
You may also mail your resume to:
Idaho Office of the Attorney General
Attn: Amanda Rickard
PO Box 83720
Boise, ID 83720-0010
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.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact Human Resources at (208) 334-4128 or email ana.lara@ag.idaho.gov.
Deputy Attorney General, State General Counsel Division, Central Office
Date Posted: May 14, 2025
Closing Date: Open until filled.
Start Date: To be determined upon hire.
Salary: Salary DOE, starting at $90,000.
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).
Location: Boise, Idaho. As Idaho’s capital, Boise is a growing city of approximately 226,570 and serves as headquarters for several major national and international corporations. Boise offers a rich variety of both cultural and recreational opportunities. Idaho’s world-famous fly-fishing, skiing, kayaking and hiking are all within easy access. Housing costs are moderate.
Primary Duties: The successful applicant will provide general counsel services to state agencies and elected officials on a variety of legal issues including statutory interpretation, contracts and procurement, employment issues, and public records requests. The role may also involve occasionally representing agencies in administrative hearings. The State General Counsel Division represents over 60 state agency clients, which provides interesting legal work and the ability to expand one’s legal skills.
Minimum Qualifications: Active Idaho State Bar license is required.
Preferred Qualifications: At least two years of experience drafting contracts is preferred.
Applications: E-mail letter of interest, resume, and writing sample to Leslie.gottsch@ag.idaho.gov.
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.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact Human Resources at (208) 334-4128 or email ana.lara@ag.idaho.gov.
Deputy Attorney General, State General Counsel Division, Idaho State Tax Commission
Date Posted: May 6, 2025
Closing Date: Open until filled.
Start Date: To be determined upon hire.
Salary: Salary DOE, starting at $90,000.
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).
Location: Boise, Idaho. As Idaho’s capital, Boise is a growing city of approximately 226,570 and serves as headquarters for several major national and international corporations. Boise offers a rich variety of both cultural and recreational opportunities. Idaho’s world-famous fly-fishing, skiing, kayaking and hiking are all within easy access. Housing costs are moderate.
Primary Duties: Successful applicant will handle litigation-related legal work on behalf of the Tax Commission. The attorney will also provide legal advice on matters that arise during the day-to-day business of the Tax Commission, including assistance with the promulgation of rules, advising on open meeting law and proposed legislation, and addressing issues of statutory interpretation.
Minimum Qualifications: Active Idaho State Bar license.
Preferred Qualifications: Two years of experience.
Applications: E-mail resumes to kara.lansberry@tax.idaho.gov.
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.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact Human Resources at (208) 334-4128 or email ana.lara@ag.idaho.gov.
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Legal Assistant, Civil Litigation and Constitutional Defense Division, Central Office
Date Posted: Apr 28, 2025
Closing Date: Open until filled.
Start Date: To be determined upon hire.
Salary: Salary or salary range – 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).
Location: Boise, Idaho. As Idaho’s capital, Boise is a growing city of approximately 226,570 and serves as headquarters for several major national and international corporations. Boise offers a rich variety of both cultural and recreational opportunities. Idaho’s world-famous fly-fishing, skiing, kayaking and hiking are all within easy access. Housing costs are moderate.
Primary Duties: Support multiple attorneys and paralegals in the Civil Litigation and Constitutional Defense Division who handle cases from across State government. Primary duties include creating, formatting and proofing memoranda, letters and pleadings in federal and state courts, scheduling meetings, corresponding with the public, clients and the courts, creating and maintaining electronic case files, managing incoming and outgoing mail and phone calls, assisting visitors and other related duties as assigned. Working after office hours will be required at times.
Minimum Qualifications: Enthusiasm for public service is a must. Must be detail oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Must have excellent grammar and proofreading skills. Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel. Must have willingness and ability to learn new programs and processes and cross-train in other support staff positions. Must be able to handle a fast-paced work environment. A minimum of three years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of experience and training, is required.
Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with PACER and the iCourt filing system preferred. Familiarity with legal case management systems preferred.
Applications: E-mail a cover letter and resume to laura.kauffmann@ag.idaho.gov.
You may also mail your resume to:
Idaho Office of the Attorney General
Attn: Laura Kauffmann
Civil Litigation and Constitutional Defense Division
P.O. Box 82720
Boise, ID 83720-0010
If you have questions, please call Laura Kauffmann at (208) 334-4559.
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.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact Human Resources at (208) 334-4128 or email ana.lara@ag.idaho.gov.
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Date Posted: Apr 22, 2025
Closing Date: Open until filled.
Start Date: When filled.
Salary: Salary 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).
Location: Boise, Idaho. As Idaho’s capital, Boise is a growing city of approximately 226,570 and serves as headquarters for several major national and international corporations. Boise offers a rich variety of both cultural and recreational opportunities. Idaho’s world-famous fly-fishing, skiing, kayaking and hiking are all within easy access. Housing costs are moderate.
Primary Duties: Manage a large caseload of estate recovery matters, communicate with attorneys and family members, prepare correspondence, legal documents, and court filings. Requires legal experience including online filing procedures.
Minimum Qualifications: Must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and able to use database software. Attention to detail with excellent grammar and proofreading skills. Ability to organize and prioritize assignments.
Preferred Qualifications: Prefer 3 years legal experience along with associate degree or paralegal certification and experience with probate, foreclosure, and Time Matters knowledge is preferred.
Applications: E-mail a resume, cover letter, and writing sample to amanda.rickard@ag.idaho.gov.
You may also mail your resume to:
Idaho Office of the Attorney General
Attn: Amanda Rickard
450 W. State Street 10th Floor
Boise, Idaho 83720
Fax: (208) 334-5548
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.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact Human Resources at (208) 334-4523 or email denise.stringer@ag.idaho.gov.
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