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Posted April 20, 2024

ATTY99-2024-00085-Assistant Attorney General-Human Services Division-DFS-Cheyenne

State of Wyoming
Cheyenne, WY Full Time
Reference: StateofWyoming4346654

Open Until Filled GENERAL DESCRIPTION: At the Wyoming Attorney Generals Office, we strive to provide quality legal services to state agencies...

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Open Until Filled


GENERAL DESCRIPTION:


At the Wyoming Attorney Generals Office, we strive to provide quality legal services to state agencies to effect better outcomes for Wyoming citizens. Attorneys in our office have the opportunity to develop their legal skills in a collaborative environment while doing interesting and meaningful work and maintaining a work-life balance.

The Wyoming Attorney General's Office seeks two qualified applicants interested in serving as attorneys to provide professional legal representation to the Department of Family Services. Both positions will include representation of the Agency in appeals to the Wyoming Supreme Court. The positions also include litigation in termination of parental rights cases, guardianships, administrative contested case matters, and subpoenas. Both attorneys will also advise the Department of Family Services on legal matters on a day-to-day basis, review administrative rules and regulations, and other duties as assigned. In addition to the above, one of the attorney positions will take the lead in advising the Department of Family Services related to juvenile justice programs. The other attorney position will take the lead in advising the Wyoming Children's Trust Fund and the Department of Family Services' economic assistance programs.

These positions provide an immediate opportunity to handle complex issues present in child welfare law practice and provide for regular appearances in district court and the Wyoming Supreme Court. These positions provide an opportunity to develop and utilize legal writing, oral advocacy skills, civil litigation skills, and client counseling skills.

The Attorney General's office provides attorneys an opportunity to receive mentorship, develop expertise, and excel at and utilize skills in a dynamic and collegial work environment. Our office also offers monthly in-house training opportunities that qualify for continuing legal education credit.

The State of Wyoming's total compensation package is excellent and includes:
  • Paid annual and sick leave
  • Paid holidays
  • Retirement with employer contributions
  • Deferred Compensation Plan with employer contributions
  • Health insurance with an employer contribution toward premiums
  • Insurance options for health, dental, life, vision, ambulance, and short and long-term disability
  • Longevity pay

Human Resource Contact: Stacy Berres / (307) 777-7130 / [email protected]


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function performed at the job level.

  • Analyze complicated legal and factual issues and present complicated issues clearly in written and oral form.
  • Review, respond, and advise the agency as to inquiries, complaints, and other communication.
  • Manage all aspects of civil litigation including discovery, trial preparation, and trial practice.
  • Work collaboratively with agency staff, other members of the Wyoming Attorney Generals Office, and juvenile court prosecutors.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.



PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:


If you are interested but do not have knowledge of this area of Wyoming law, please apply because the successful applicant will be provided training and mentorship to ensure that you have the resources and knowledge to succeed.

**All applicants must provide the following as part of the application process:
  • Professional resume
  • References
  • Recent writing sample
  • Law school transcripts
Please review your application for completeness and accuracy. Only accurate and complete applications will be reviewed for this position.


KNOWLEDGE:


  • Knowledge of trial and appellate practice.
  • Knowledge of administrative law and civil procedures

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:


Education:
Juris Doctorate

NOTES:

  • FLSA: Exempt
  • Salary is commensurate with relevant legal experience.
  • This position is at-will and is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the Attorney General (W.S. 9-1-608).
  • Successful applicants are required to pass a criminal background investigation.


015-Attorney General - Human Services Division

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The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

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This listing expired on May 20. Applications are no longer accepted.

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