Assistant Attorney General (Consumer Protection Unit)

Initial Posting Date:

Application Deadline:

Agency:

Salary Range:

Position Type:

Position Title:

Job Description:

Civil Enforcement Division, Economic Justice Section (Consumer Protection Unit)

The Oregon Department of Justice has immediate openings for two full-time Assistant Attorneys General in the Consumer Protection Unit of the Economic Justice Section in the Civil Enforcement Division. The Economic Justice Section brings legal actions on behalf of the state to protect consumers, support working families, and ensure healthy competition in the marketplace, so that Oregonians are offered the best goods and services at the best price. The work often involves cutting edge issues of law and policy across an array of traditional and emerging industries.

The attorneys in these positions will focus on consumer protection. Consumer Protection AAGs investigate and litigate violations of laws that prohibit deceptive, unfair, and unconscionable business practices. This work is high profile and often involves complex litigation. Areas of focus include consumer finance, auto sales, health care, tech, and retail sales. Consumer Protection AAGs are responsible for all phases of civil investigations and litigation in state and federal court, including developing cases and investigation strategy, issuing and reviewing civil discovery, drafting and arguing motions, trying cases, and negotiating settlements. The Section works closely with consumer protection enforcement partners from other states to address trending issues occurring on a regional or national scale. In addition, the attorneys in these positions may occasionally be tasked with assisting other Economic Justice Section matters (such as antitrust, privacy, or false claims matters) as needed.

The ideal candidates will have experience identifying and developing cases, including case strategy, and the ability to plan next steps, anticipate obstacles, and take appropriate action to drive cases forward to trial or resolution. Successful Consumer Protection AAGs are self-directed but also enjoy working collaboratively and thinking creatively and strategically about the law.

Questions regarding these positions may be directed to Zach Mason, Attorney-in-Charge, Economic Justice Section, at zach.mason@doj.oregon.gov.

Office Location/Remote Work

We are particularly interested in seeking attorneys to be based in our Salem office, but positions may be based in either Portland or Salem. Positions are eligible for remote work on a hybrid schedule.

Required Qualifications

• Active membership in good standing with the Oregon State Bar or clear eligibility to waive into the Oregon Bar at the time of application. Candidates eligible to waive into the Oregon Bar will be required to submit proof of their completed application and temporary practice authority before the first day of employment.
• At least two years of recent civil litigation or consumer protection experience.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage a caseload and move cases forward through all phases of litigation or resolution.
• Superior writing and oral advocacy skills, excellent analytical skills, and ability to think creatively about complex legal problems.
• Strong work ethic and a demonstrated commitment to public service.
• Willingness and ability to occasionally travel, which may include overnight stays.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience handling state or federal civil enforcement actions, consumer class actions, or other complex consumer law claims.
• Experience with electronic discovery.
• Interest in data analytics and capacity to learn new technologies and use new technical tools to advance investigations.
• Experience with multi-party settlement negotiations.

Applicants most closely matching the needs of the position will be invited to interview. This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.

Application Process

Follow the "Apply" link above and complete the application online and all supplemental questions;

• Attach your resume;
• Attach your cover letter (detailing how you meet the job requirements); and
• Attach your writing sample suitable for assessing analytical and writing ability. A writing sample is not needed from attorneys currently working at the Oregon Department of Justice at the time of application. However, a copy may be requested at a later date if needed.

This OAJA-represented position will be filled at either the Assistant Attorney General or Senior Assistant Attorney General level, salary range $9,063.00 - $17,597.00 per month, depending primarily on years of legal practice experience and other factors. Employees who are Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) participating members will have their base salary increased by 6.95% and pay a 6% employee contribution to PERS; the salary range noted reflects base salary only.  For a partial list of our benefits, you can learn here.

ALL APPLICANTS: You will only have one opportunity to upload the required resume and cover letter. Drag and drop both resume and cover letter into Workday when prompted to upload your resume. If you are concerned that one or both requested documents didn't attach to your application, if you need an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), have questions, or need assistance with the application process, please contact doj.recruitment@doj.oregon.gov. Any materials emailed will be associated on your behalf if received before the posting deadline.

CURRENT STATE EMPLOYEES: Login to Workday using your state-issued login and apply via the Jobs Hub Worklet located on your home page. Using a private account disrupts the hiring process for all internal candidates.