Full Job Description
Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM MST on the posting end date.
Closing Date: Open until filled.
Start Date: To be determined upon hire.
Salary: Starting at $90,000 to Depends on Experience (DOE)
Benefits: State employee benefits which include low-cost health and dental insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, 11 paid holidays, multiple retirement savings plans, flexible spending accounts, paid parental leave, and one of the nation's best state retirement systems (PERSI). The Office is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
Location: Boise, Idaho. As Idaho's capital, Boise serves as headquarters for several major national and international corporations. Boise offers a rich variety of both cultural and recreational opportunities.
Primary Duties: The State General Counsel Division represents numerous state agency clients, providing exposure to a variety of novel issues, opportunities to engage in interesting legal work and the ability to expand one's legal skills. The successful applicant will provide general counsel services to state agencies, commissions and elected officials on a variety of legal issues including statutory interpretation, contracts and procurement, employment issues, open meetings laws, and public records requests. Attorneys in this division will also represent state agencies in administrative hearings.
Minimum Qualifications: Active Idaho State Bar license is required.
Preferred Qualifications: At least two years of experience with one or more of the following is preferred: drafting contracts, employment law, education law. Superior academic credentials and writing skills may be considered in lieu of experience.
Applications: E-mail letter of interest, resume, and recent writing sample to [redacted]. NOTE: You do not have to complete the standard application "apply now" process for this position. If you choose to do so, please also submit your letter of interest, resume, and recent writing sample to [redacted] to be considered for this position.
Benefits:
The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.*