Assistant Attorney General - Civil Rights

About the role

Location – 160 East 300 South Salt Lake City, Utah, 84111 United States
Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cases for trial by conducting legal research, gathering evidence, preparing all pretrial documents (motions in limine, jury instructions, etc.), making opening statements, conducting direct and cross-examinations, and making closing arguments.
• Provide consultation, make recommendations, give appropriate advice to client agencies.
• Determine discovery needs, conduct depositions, complete written discovery; participate in strategy sessions to prepare case for trial, determine evidence to use and how to present.
• Write/draft motions, court briefs, correspondence, reports, memoranda, etc.
• Represent the State and client agencies in lawsuits and administrative proceedings. May be required to travel to various locations and stay overnight.

Qualifications

• Communicate information and ideas clearly and concisely in writing;
• Read and understand information presented in writing;
• Read, interpret, and apply laws, rules, policies and procedures;
• Speak clearly, concisely, and effectively;
• Listen to, and understand information and ideas presented verbally;
• Knowledge of legal processes and procedures;
• Knowledge of applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; including state and federal case law and knowledge of bankruptcy law;
• Understand and apply case law and statutory law;
• Use logic to identify and analyze underlying principles, reasons, and facts to draw correct conclusions;
• Perform legal research using appropriate techniques and systems;
• Make decisions or solve problems using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions;
• Conduct settlement negotiations and arrive at suitable terms when appropriate and advisable;
• Relate to people in sensitive, tactful and professional manner;
• Provide consultation and expert advice in team settings;
• Knowledge of Rules of Evidence;
• Knowledge of principles of judicial and administrative law;
• Knowledge of electronic document preparation and electronic document management and work systems (including MS Office, Adobe, other).

Supplemental Information

A Juris Doctorate is required.

Risks

Typical office setting risks found, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.

Benefits

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

Why You Should Join Our Team

The Office of the Utah Attorney General offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in a dynamic, fast-paced legal environment. Responsibilities range from prosecuting corporate misconduct to enforcing public lands policy and supporting children's justice initiatives, contributing to upholding justice, advising state agencies, and safeguarding the rights and interests of Utah's citizens.

EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.