Deputy Attorney General at the Idaho Department of Health & Welfare, Region VI
Date Posted: February 21, 2019
Closing Date: Open until filled.
Salary: DOE – Full state employee benefits package.
Location: Pocatello, Idaho. Pocatello is the county seat and largest city of Bannock County. Located in the southeastern part of the state, Pocatello is the fifth largest city in Idaho, with a population of approximately 55,193.
Primary Duties: Attorney for Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, Division of Health & Human Services, Region VI Office. Areas of practice include providing legal advice to child welfare, behavioral health (including State Hospital South) and multiple social service programs. Provide legal representation at administrative proceedings, child protection court proceedings, and appellate representation at the Idaho District Court, Court of Appeals, Supreme Court level, as well as special duties as assigned.
Requirements: Admission to the Idaho Bar and at least 3-5 years of legal experience with 2 years litigation experience preferred. Knowledge of administrative law and experience representing organizations desirable.
Applications: E-mail resumes to: Carla.Shupe@dhw.idaho.gov
You may also mail or fax your resume to:
Idaho Office of the Attorney General
Attn: Carla Shupe
Health & Human Services Division
PO Box 83720
Boise, ID 83720-0036
Fax: (208) 334-5548
If you have questions, please contact Carla Shupe at (208) 334-5537.
Applications will be considered as they arrive and position will be filled on identification of suitable applicant. 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.