Deputy County Attorney

Job SummaryThis senior attorney position provides legal advice and counsel to and representation for the Nevada Department of Transportation (NDOT) on a wide variety of issues in multiple areas of law including real estate, eminent domain/condemnation, inverse condemnations, contracts, torts, construction, and environmental. Primary duties include litigation, contract review, and client advice.Attachments required at the time of application:ResumeCover LetterBar LicenseWriting SampleEssential QualificationsGraduation from accredited law school and licensed and in good standing to practice law in Nevada or eligible for limited practice certification. Minimum of seven (7) years as a licensed practicing attorney. Valid state driver's license required.Job DutiesApplicants must have knowledge and experience in the substantive law of contracts, torts, and construction. Familiarity with federal transportation and environmental law are desirable. Applicants must also have current knowledge of State and federal civil procedure and rules of evidence, as well as familiarity with administrative law and procedures. Applicant should have some familiarity with eminent domain/condemnation law.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesMust possess strong skills in written and verbal communication, planning, prioritizing, and executing timelines without supervision. Must exhibit professionalism, organization, self-motivation, punctuality, and leadership skills.Mobility to work in typical office setting, use standard office equipment, and travel. Ability to read printed materials and computer screens; to hear and to communicate in person and virtually and over the telephone; to speak in a clear and understandable manner. Reasonable accommodation available for some physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals upon request.The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.Please send direct Inquiries or correspondence to the recruiter listed on this announcement.BenefitsBenefits include:Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees' Benefits Program (PEBP).Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication.Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program.No Nevada state income tax.Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of "standard" or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.Additional benefits may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU).For more details about your rights and responsibilities as a State of Nevada employee, please review the State of Nevada Employee Handbook.*** State Holidays The holiday schedule for State employees is established by the Legislature.The following are legal holidays:January 1.............................................. New Year's DayThird Monday in January.................. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s BirthdayThird Monday in February................ Washington's BirthdayLast Monday in May........................... Memorial DayJune 19................................................ Juneteenth DayJuly 4.................................................... Independence DayFirst Monday in September.............. Labor DayLast Friday in October....................... Nevada DayNovember 11........................................ Veterans' DayFourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving DayFriday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family DayDecember 25........................................ Christmas DayWhen January 1, June 19, July 4, November 11, or December 25 falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is the observed legal holiday. If these days fall on Sunday, the following Monday is the observed holiday. Eligibility for holiday pay is covered by the provisions of NAC 284.255