Attorney I or Attorney II

Duties

• Write appellate briefs
• Represent the State of South Dakota in administrative and circuit court hearings
• Provide general counsel services to licensing boards

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited law school
• Member of the South Dakota State Bar or willing and qualified to become a member
• Passionate about serving the public
• Motivated and dedicated
• Effective communicator and problem solver
• High standards of ethical conduct
• Ability to analyze information and make logical interpretations
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks

Qualifications

• Experience in a variety of legal subjects related to child abuse and neglect, child support enforcement, professional licensing, open meetings and open records, child welfare agency licensing, Medicaid and other state/federal assistance programs, and behavioral health services.

Skills

• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Knowledge of litigation practice and strategies
• Sound judgment and ability to make prompt, decisive actions
• Ability to work cooperatively and promote a friendly work climate

Benefits

Employer health insurance with a $0 premium option, dental, vision, with additional insurance options available, and excellent retirement benefits. 6% matched retirement into the SD Retirement System (SDRS).

Additional benefits include 15 days of paid vacation, 14 days of paid sick leave, family leave, and 11 paid holidays per year, along with reasonable flexibility and career development opportunities.

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits.

You can view our benefits information here.

This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act. The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9.

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits.

You can view our benefits information here.

This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.