Deputy Attorney General- Unclassified

Exempt (FLSA); unclassified position entitled to standard state benefits; serves at the will of the Attorney General. Employment contingent upon successful background check.
This attorney position represents multiple Agencies the State of Nevada including the Department of Education, The State Board of Education, the Unclaimed Property Division and the Governors Office of Science Information and Technology. Primary duties include litigation in both in federal and state court. Additional duties also include statutory interpretation, and legal advice on matters relevant to the agency as well as the Nevada Administrative Procedure Act, Public Records Act, and the Nevada Open Meeting Law.
Graduation from accredited law school and licensed in Nevada or eligible for limited practice certification. Must possess valid state drivers license at time of appointment.
Preference to those with recent litigation and/or government service experience. Working knowledge of rules of civil and appellate procedure, evidence, and local court rules preferred.
Must possess strong communication skills, planning, prioritizing, and executing timelines without supervision. Must exhibit professionalism, organization, self-motivation, and leadership skills.
Mobility to work in typical office setting, use standard office equipment, and travel. Ability to read printed materials and computer screen; to hear and speak to communicate in person and virtually and over the telephone; to speak in clear and understandable manner. Reasonable accommodation available for some physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals upon request.
This announcement lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. A successful applicant is expected to develop job-specific skills and perform additional job-related duties as assigned.
RECRUITER INFORMATION: Chief Greg Ott, View email address on click.appcast.io