Assistant Attorney General - Administrative Law Section

About the role

The Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird seeks to fill an Assistant Attorney General position in the Administrative Law Section of her office. Are you ready to make a meaningful impact through public service? Join the Administrative Law Section and represent state agencies, boards, and commissions in a dynamic and rewarding role.

Responsibilities

• Represent agencies, boards, commissions, and their employees in administrative tribunals, as well as state and federal courts, including appellate courts.
• Aid with the review and drafting of administrative rules.

Requirements

• A passion for public service and a strong commitment to justice.
• A minimum of three years of practicum experience is preferred, but we also welcome applications from new attorneys.
• Prior judicial clerking experience is a plus.
• A license to practice law in Iowa, or the ability to obtain one, is required.

Qualifications

• Desired qualifications include a passion for public service and a strong commitment to justice.
• Experience is valued, but not required; we welcome applications from new attorneys.
• Prior judicial clerkship experience is a plus.
• A license to practice law in Iowa, or the ability to obtain one, is required.

Benefits

• Flexible Hybrid Work Schedule
• Excellent work-life balance and benefits
• No hourly billing
• Annual pay ranging from $63,585.60 to $156,499.20 depending on experience

Pay

• Perks of working for the Office of the Attorney General include:
• Flexible Hybrid Work Schedule
• Excellent work-life balance and benefits
• No hourly billing
• Annual pay ranging from $63,585.60 to $156,499.20 depending on experience

Schedule

• Flexible Hybrid Work Schedule

Benefits

• Excellent work-life balance and benefits
• No hourly billing
• Annual pay ranging from $63,585.60 to $156,499.20 depending on experience

Application Instructions

New graduates and seasoned practitioners are encouraged to apply. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.e-verify.gov. The State of Iowa is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. E-Verify and Right to Work The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees’ rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visit www.e-verify.gov.