Deputy Attorney General, Consumer Protection Division, Central Office
Date Posted: January 25, 2023
Closing Date: Open until further notice.
Salary: Salary DOE – Full state employee benefits package which includes 11 paid holidays, sick leave, compensatory time for work in excess of a 40 hour week, low cost downtown parking, and PERSI retirement, plus options for medical/dental insurance, wellness program, 401k, deferred compensation program, and pre-tax flexible spending accounts for qualifying childcare and medical expenses. Ability to partially telecommute is also available for this position.
The office is a qualifying employer for purposes of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
Location: Boise, Idaho.
Primary Duties: The Division enforces the Idaho Consumer Protection and Competition Acts and has enforcement responsibilities related to Idaho’s tobacco laws. Deputies investigate and litigate alleged violations of these laws, negotiate settlements, and work with other state attorneys general on multistate matters. Deputies also assist with the Division’s informal mediation process and provide consumer education. Some travel may be required.
This position will focus primarily on the Idaho Consumer Protection Act and related investigations and litigation.
Requirements: Must be licensed to practice law in the State of Idaho. A minimum of three years of experience in litigation or administrative law practice is required. Experience in consumer protection matters is particularly helpful.
Applications:
E-mail resumes to teresa.taylor@ag.idaho.gov
You may also mail your resume to:
Idaho Office of the Attorney General
Consumer Protection Division
Attn: Teresa Taylor
PO Box 83720
Boise, ID 83720
If you have questions, or would like additional information, please contact John Olson, Acting Division Chief, at (208) 332-3549 or john.olson@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.
Paralegal, Civil Litigation, Central Office
Date Posted: January 23, 2023
Closing Date: Open until further notice.
Salary: Salary is competitive and includes full state employee benefits with 11 paid holidays, accrued vacation and sick leave, compensatory time for work in excess of a 40-hour week, low-cost downtown parking and PERSI retirement, plus options for medical/dental insurance, wellness program, 401k, deferred compensation program and pre-tax flexible spending accounts for qualifying childcare and medical expenses.
This position may allow for the ability to partially telecommute. The office is a qualifying employer for purposes of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
Location: Boise, Idaho.
Primary Duties: Will work with attorneys in the Civil Litigation Division who handle cases from across State government involving constitutional and statutory interpretation, tort claims, employment matters and breach of contract claims.
Primary duties include managing large document productions, assisting with database document reviews, processing discovery and responding to document requests, drafting memoranda and analyses, cite checking and Bluebooking briefs, and providing document management support for depositions, hearings and trials.
Requirements: Two or more years of experience as a paralegal is preferred. Must be self-motivated and detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Must have willingness and ability to learn new programs and processes and cross-train in other support staff positions. Familiarity with document management software is strongly preferred.
Applications:
E-mail resumes to steven.olsen@ag.idaho.gov and colleen.funk@ag.idaho.gov.
You may also mail your resume to:
Idaho Office of the Attorney General
Attn: Steven L. Olsen
Civil Litigation Division
P.O. Box 82720
Boise, ID 83720-0010
If you have questions, please call Steven Olsen at (208) 334-4148.
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.
Legal Assistant, Civil Litigation, Central Office
Date Posted: January 23, 2023
Closing Date: Open until further notice.
Salary: Salary is competitive with a full state employee benefits package that includes 11 paid holidays, sick leave, compensatory time for work in excess of a 40-hour week, low-cost downtown parking, and PERSI retirement, plus options for medical/dental insurance, wellness program, 401k, deferred compensation program, and pre-tax flexible spending accounts for qualifying childcare and medical expenses.
This position may allow for the ability to partially telecommute. The office is a qualifying employer for purposes of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
Location: Boise, Idaho.
Primary Duties: Will support multiple attorneys and paralegals in the Civil Litigation 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 various file types (electronic and hard copy), managing incoming and outgoing mail and phone calls, assisting visitors and other related duties as assigned.
Requirements: Enthusiasm for public service a must. Minimum of three (3) years prior legal secretary experience, or equivalent combination of experience and training, is required. Must be detail oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Must have excellent grammar and proofreading skills. Must have working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and ability to accurately key 50 or more words per minute. Must have willingness and ability to learn new programs and processes and cross-train in other support staff positions. Familiarity with electronic records management systems is strongly preferred.
Applications:
E-mail resumes to steven.olsen@ag.idaho.gov and colleen.funk@ag.idaho.gov.
You may also mail your resume to:
Idaho Office of the Attorney General
Attn: Steven L. Olsen
Civil Litigation Division
P.O. Box 82720
Boise, ID 83720-0010
If you have questions, please call Steven Olsen at (208) 334-4148.
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.
Deputy Attorney General, State General Counsel & Fair Hearings Division, Central Office
Date Posted: December 6, 2022
Closing Date: Open until further notice.
Salary: Salary DOE. Full state employee benefits package, which includes 11 paid holidays, sick leave, compensatory time for work in excess of a 40 hour week, low cost downtown parking, PERSI retirement, medical/dental insurance, wellness program, 401k, deferred compensation program, and pre-tax flexible spending accounts for qualifying childcare and medical expenses. The office also pays the Idaho licensing fee for its attorneys and provides no-cost continuing education opportunities. Ability to partially telecommute is also available for this position. The office is a qualifying employer for purposes of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
Location: Boise, Idaho.
Primary Duties:Attorneys in the division’s central office practice as part of a team of attorneys and support staff to provide general counsel to state agencies and state elected officials. Practice in the central office allows attorneys to both independently provide direct client advice and practice as part of the larger team of the Office of the Attorney General. The team provides substantive support and collegiality.
This position will be responsible for advising and representing the Governor’s Division of Human Resources (DHR). Responsibilities will include: advising on employment law matters; developing and conducting trainings with DHR staff for state employees, supervisors and human resources staff; conducting or overseeing state agency workplace investigations; assisting with development of state employee policies and procedures; representing DHR in administrative proceedings; assisting with review and preparation of draft legislation and administrative rules; and advising on general government matters, such as contracting, administrative law, public records requests, and applicable laws and best practices.
Requirements: Active Idaho State Bar license required. Previous experience with Idaho employment laws required. 5-10 years of post-law school clerking or legal practice preferred. Previous experience representing public agencies preferred. Experience advising public agencies or businesses in statutory or regulatory interpretation is desired.
Applications:
E–mail resumes to Andy Snook at andy.snook@ag.idaho.gov
If you have questions or would like any additional information, please email Andy Snook at andy.snook@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.
Deputy Attorney General, Idaho Transportation Department (ITD); Civil Litigation Division
Date Posted: June 14, 2022
Closing Date: Open until further notice.
Salary: Salary DOE – Full state employee benefits package which includes 11 paid holidays, sick leave, compensatory time for work in excess of a 40 hour week, and PERSI retirement, plus options for medical/dental insurance, wellness program, 401k, deferred compensation program, and pre-tax flexible spending accounts for qualifying childcare and medical expenses. Ability to partially telecommute is also available for this position. The office is a qualifying employer for purposes of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
Location: Boise, Idaho. As Idaho’s capital, Boise is a growing city of approximately 240,000 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, biking, skiing, kayaking and hiking are all within close proximity.
Primary Duties: The successful applicant will be responsible for representing the Idaho Transportation Department in construction litigation, eminent domain proceedings and other complex commercial litigation. The practice involves an extensive motion and trial practice in district court. The attorney will also provide day-to-day legal advice to department employees on a variety of legal issues, evaluate draft legislation, contracts and proposed administrative rules, and handle administrative appeals filed by contractors and other parties.
The general areas of practice are transportation, property, construction and contract law which often involve constitutional and statutory interpretation.
Requirements: Admission to or a willingness to sit for the Idaho Bar. Experience in state and federal courts and administrative proceedings and the ability to handle a large civil litigation caseload are desirable. Five or more years of experience in civil litigation is preferred.
Applications:
E-Mail a resume to: tim.thomas@itd.idaho.gov
You may also mail or fax your resume to:
Idaho Transportation Department
Attn: Tim Thomas
Civil Litigation Division
11331 W. Chinden Boulevard, Building 8
Boise, ID 83714
FAX: (208) 334-4498
If you have questions, please call (208) 334-8803.
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.
Deputy Attorney General, Civil Litigation, Central Office
Date Posted: April 22, 2022
Closing Date: Open until further notice.
Salary: Salary DOE – Full state employee benefits package.
Location: Boise, Idaho. As Idaho’s capital, Boise is a growing city of approximately 240,000 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, biking, skiing, kayaking and hiking are all within close proximity.
Primary Duties: This attorney position will be a part of a dynamic civil litigation team that represents the state, its agencies and officers in state and federal courts in high profile tort actions, class actions, civil rights and other constitutional claims, and statutory matters. The attorney selected for this position will participate in all aspects of litigation, including discovery, motion and trial practice, and appeals.
Requirements: This position requires at least 2 years of litigation experience. Candidates must possess excellent research, writing, client communication, negotiation, and civil litigation skills. The successful candidate must be a member in good standing of the Idaho bar.
Applications:
E-mail resumes to steven.olsen@ag.idaho.gov and to elaine.maneck@ag.idaho.gov
You may also mail your resume to:
Idaho Office of the Attorney General
Attn: Steven L. Olsen
Civil Litigation Division
P.O. Box 82720
Boise, ID 83720-0010
If you have questions, please call (208) 334-4139
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.
Deputy Attorney General, Department of Correction, Criminal Law Division
Date Posted: October 6, 2021
Closing Date: Open until further notice.
Salary: DOE – Full state employee benefits package.
Location: Boise, Idaho. As Idaho’s capital, Boise is a growing city of approximately 240,000 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, biking, skiing, kayaking and hiking are all within close proximity.
Primary Duties: The Criminal Law Division of the Idaho Attorney General’s Office handles a wide variety of criminal matters, as well as providing civil representation to state law enforcement agencies. This position is within the unit representing the Idaho Department of Correction (IDOC). This unit provides legal representation to the IDOC, Idaho Board of Correction, Idaho Commission for Pardons and Parole and their employees on a wide variety of matters, including: prison civil rights litigation; employment matters; reviewing and drafting contracts, policies and procedures, and legislation; assisting in public records responses; and a broad range of other matters.
Requirements: Must be licensed to practice law in Idaho and have prior litigation experience. Experience in corrections, contracts, employment law, civil rights law, and/or government liability law is desirable. Enthusiasm for public service is essential.
Applications:
Forward letter of interest, resume and writing sample to:
Idaho Attorney General’s Office
Attn: Alicia Hymas, Legal Assistant
P.O. Box 83720
Boise, ID 83720-0036
Fax: (208) 854-8074
E-Mail: alicia.hymas@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.