Assistant Attorney General, Education

Responsibilities

• Provide a wide variety of legal services to various education agencies reporting to the Secretary of Education.
• Together with other Section attorneys, provide legal services to the assigned state agencies that report to the Secretary of Education, other than degree-granting institution of higher education.
• Provide other legal services to the Commonwealth as directed by the Office of the Attorney General.
• Some travel may be required.

Requirements

• Excellent analytical abilities and written and oral communication skills; able to respond to legal requests in a timely fashion.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• High level organizational skills and ability to manage many projects simultaneously and work under pressure.
• Admission to the Virginia Bar is required before beginning employment.

Skills

Preference will be given to applicants with experience in the general practice of law, particularly those candidates with experience in the representation of governmental agencies or in education law.

Pay

Hiring Range: $85,000-$98,000 (Pay Band: UG)