DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL - POST-CONVICTION DIVISION - UNCLASSIFIED

Job Summary

This attorney position represents the State of Nevada in post-conviction proceedings in federal and state court.

About the Role

The position requires a law degree and active Nevada bar membership or eligibility for limited practice certification. A valid state driver’s license is required at the time of appointment. Preference is given to candidates with recent or current experience in reviewing cases and drafting appellate briefs and oral arguments. A working knowledge of federal and state criminal/habeas statutes, rules of evidence, local court rules, and appellate procedure is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Draft legal briefs
• Conduct legal research
• Present oral arguments in federal and state trial and appellate courts

Requirements

• Graduation from accredited law school
• Licensed in Nevada or eligible for limited practice certification
• Valid state driver’s license at time of appointment

Qualifications

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Professionalism, organization, self-motivation, punctuality, and leadership skills

Skills

• Planning and prioritizing
• Executing timelines without supervision

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs
• Vacation: Three weeks of annual leave each year
• Sick Leave: Three weeks of sick leave each year
• Holidays: Twelve paid holidays per year
• Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)
• Deferred Compensation: Voluntary Deferred Compensation Program
• No Nevada state income tax
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment
• Longevity Payments: Eligible after eight or more years of continuous service

Pay

• Details about pay are not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

• Details about the work schedule are not specified in the job posting.