Deputy Attorney General - Advisory
Description
The Advisory Division contributes to the functions and responsibilities of the Office of the Indiana Attorney General by providing legal counsel and guidance to state government clients as well as quasi-governmental bodies. Due to the diverse nature of the projects undertaken by the Advisory Division, attorneys with backgrounds in every aspect of state government practice are encouraged to apply.
Examples of Duties
- Research and draft formal opinions as well as legal memoranda to state government clients, statewide elected officials, county prosecutors and quasi-governmental bodies.
- Aid numerous state boards, commissions, and agencies in researching legal matters, conducting adjudicatory hearings in conformance with the Administrative Orders and Procedures Act, and conducting meetings in conformance with the Open Door Law.
- Review and approve state contracts, grants, leases, and memoranda of understanding for form and legality as well as assist clients in drafting such documents.
- Support and guide management of state contracts.
- Review and approve administrative rules for form and legality as well as assist clients in drafting such rules.
- Review and prepare responses to public records requests submitted to the Office of the Attorney General pursuant to the Access to Public Records Act.
- Serve as an administrative law judge upon request of a state government client.
- Provide legal counsel and associated services to state government clients and quasi-governmental bodies as assigned by Chief Counsel.
- Provide support and guidance to executive staff concerning legislative matters.
Typical Skills And Qualifications
- Must be licensed to practice law in the State of Indiana.
- Strong research and writing skills, capable of consistently meeting deadlines, and able to analyze complex questions of law.
- Able to manage client relationships and communications and effectively communicate with supervisors and colleagues.
- Knowledge of, and experience with, the Access to Public Records Act and/or the Administrative Orders and Procedures Act is helpful but not required.
Supplemental Information
Salary Range: Based On Years Of Experience
Deputy Attorney General I (0-2 years of practice): $76,597 - $82,000
Deputy Attorney General II (2-5 years of practice): $82,000 - $87,000
Deputy Attorney General III (5-8 years of practice): $87,000 - $94,000
Deputy Attorney General IV (8+ years of practice): $94,000 - $104,000+
The Office of the Indiana Attorney General is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
- Four (4) medical plan options (including RX coverage) and vision/dental coverages
- Wellness program - earn back dollars in the form of gift cards
- Health savings account (includes bi-weekly state contribution)
- Deferred compensation account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match
- Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
- Group life insurance
- Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
- Paid vacation, personal and sick time off
- Competitive leave policies covering a variety of employee needs.
- 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
- New Parent Leave
- Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Free 24/7 permit parking at an Indiana Government Center surface lot or parking garage
More information on State of Indiana Benefits can be found at https://www.in.gov/spd/benefits/.