Assistant Attorney General - Highways and Utilities

About the Role

The Highways & Utilities Division of the Utah Attorney General's Office has an immediate opening for an attorney to provide general legal assistance to the Department of Public Safety, including representation for administrative actions. This is a full-time, career service position with benefits. Work will include advising and representing various DPS entities in both administrative and judicial venues, specifically including Driver License Division and DUI license actions in District Court. This position requires excellent written and oral advocacy skills. Applicants must have the experience and ability to immediately take over an existing statewide caseload.

Location: 160 East 300 South, Salt Lake City, Utah, 84111. This position is in-office/on-site. Schedule Code: AG - Employees at the Attorney General's Office. A conditional offer of employment will be made pending the satisfactory completion of a background investigation.

Key Responsibilities

• Represents DPS and DLD in judicial reviews of administrative actions.
• Provides consultation, makes recommendations, gives appropriate advice, and/or facilitates decisions.
• Determines needs in discovery, completes discovery, and addresses other needs to respond to discovery requests.
• Writes or drafts correspondence, reports, documents, administrative rules, and/or other written materials.
• Receives, researches, and responds to incoming questions or complaints; provides information, explains policy and procedures, and/or facilitates a resolution.
• Provides legal services to all agencies within DPS.
• Advises and represents DPS agencies responding to GRAMA requests and Records Office Hearings.
• Provides general counsel advice to government agency clients.
• Required to travel statewide for bench trials and may stay overnight.

Qualifications

• A Juris Doctorate is required.
• Active membership in the Utah State Bar in good standing is required.
• Minimum of five years of legal experience required.
• DUI knowledge, government, or administrative law background preferred.
• Knowledge of GRAMA, contracts, and public ethics law is helpful.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas clearly and concisely in writing; read and understand information presented in writing.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, and/or procedures.
• Ability to speak clearly, concisely, and effectively; listen to and understand information and ideas as presented verbally.
• Knowledge of legal processes and administrative procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable laws, rules, regulations, and/or policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of courtroom procedures and evidence presentation.
• Ability to understand and apply case and statutory law.
• Ability to evaluate information against a set of standards.
• Ability to use logic to analyze or identify underlying principles, reasons, or facts associated with information or data to draw conclusions.
• Knowledge of state and local government structure, laws, legal codes, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, the democratic political process, and legislative history.
• Ability to perform legal analysis using case law and appropriate statutes.
• Knowledge of laws governing access to public and private records (Government Records Access and Management Act).
• Ability to make decisions and solve problems by using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions.
• Ability to deal with people in a manner which shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism.
• Ability to provide consultation and/or expert advice or testimony.
• Knowledge of Rules of Evidence.
• Ability to interpret and apply legal decisions and identify current and emerging trends in interpretation.
• Knowledge of principles, theories, and practices of government law and representation of government agencies.

Benefits

This position is eligible for a full benefits package. In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. Other benefits may include:

• 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.

Pay

Salary: $61.08 - $89.24 hourly. Attorneys are hired at a salary consistent with their experience-level peers in non-supervisory positions as outlined below:

• Bar Year 2026-2024: $61.08/hour, $127,046.40 annually
• Bar Year 2023-2021: $64.44/hour, $134,035.20 annually
• Bar Year 2020-2018: $68.18/hour, $141,814.40 annually
• Bar Year 2017-2013: $72.11/hour, $149,988.80 annually
• Bar Year 2012-2008: $73.02/hour, $151,881.60 annually
• Bar Year 2007-2003: $75.02/hour, $156,041.60 annually
• Bar Year 2002: $76.55/hour, $159,224.00 annually
• Bar Year 2001-1998: $78.10/hour, $162,448.00 annually
• Bar Year 1997-1993: $80.80/hour, $168,064.00 annually
• Bar Year 1992: $81.47/hour, $169,457.60 annually
• Bar Year 1991-1988: $83.20/hour, $173,056.00 annually
• Bar Year 1987: $85.03/hour, $176,862.40 annually
• Bar Year 1986-1983: $86.44/hour, $179,795.20 annually
• Bar Year 1981 and Prior: $89.24/hour, $185,619.20 annually

Supplemental Information

Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc. Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying light items, driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work. Must be able to travel as required.

About the Office of the Utah Attorney General

If you are looking to make a meaningful impact while working in a dynamic, fast-paced legal environment, the Attorney General's Office offers a unique opportunity. As counselors, protectors, and stewards, the Office plays a vital role in defending both the U.S. and Utah constitutions, protecting residents, and preserving the resources that make Utah special. You'll contribute to upholding justice, advising state agencies, and safeguarding the rights and interests of Utah's citizens. With responsibilities ranging from prosecuting corporate misconduct to enforcing public lands policy and supporting children's justice initiatives, your work here will be both diverse and rewarding. Join a team dedicated to serving the public and advancing the cause of justice in Utah.