State of Indiana

Deputy Attorney General - Policy

State of Indiana$82K — $104K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Licensed to practice law in the State of Indiana
  • Experience in legislative policy development
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proficient in legal research and writing
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines

Responsibilities

  • Support the Policy Director on various legislative initiatives
  • Assist in policy-related litigation cases alongside other Deputy Attorneys General
  • Draft responses to administrative rules and policy-related documents
  • Contribute to bill drafting and legislative preparation
  • Meet with stakeholders and track legislation during sessions
  • Draft post-session reports and implement new laws
  • Research policy issues and summarize findings in legal memoranda
  • Maintain professional relationships with office contacts

Benefits

  • Four medical plan options with RX coverage and vision/dental
  • Wellness program that rewards participation
  • Health savings account with state contributions
  • Deferred compensation account with employer match
  • Two fully-funded pension options
  • Group life insurance coverage
  • Employee assistance program for behavioral health support
  • Paid vacation, personal, and sick leave
  • 12 paid holidays, 14 in election years
  • New Parent Leave
  • Qualified for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
  • Free permit parking at Indiana Government Center
Full Job Description
Salary: $82,151.00 - $104,000.00 Annually
Location : Indianapolis, IN
Job Type: Full-Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number:
Division: Legislative/Policy
Section: Legislative & Policy
Opening Date: 07/28/2026
FLSA: Exempt

Description
The Deputy Attorney General for Policy in the Office of the Attorney General will support the Policy Director and the Legislative Director on legislative initiatives and policy goals for the benefit of the Office and Hoosier constituents. The Deputy Attorney General for Policy supports the Policy Director on all policy initiatives, working together to ensure sound policy is promulgated from the Office. The Deputy Attorney General for Policy reports directly to the Policy Director and is a member of the Legislative and Policy Development Team.

Examples of Duties

  • Perform special projects and other duties as assigned to advance the Attorney General's policy agenda and goals.
  • Appear on select policy related litigation cases or appeals with other DAGs. Provides effective and efficient legal and policy services.
  • Draft comment letters in response to proposed administrative rules, policy letters, and other policy related materials as assigned.
  • Support the legislative team in preparation for the legislative session, including bill drafting.
  • Assist during the legislative session by drafting amendments, tracking bills, meeting with various stakeholders on behalf of the Office, and performing time-sensitive tasks.
  • Assist during the post-session by drafting reports, implementing newly passed laws, and performing certain tasks related to Office priorities.
  • Perform legal research on policy-related issues and draft legal memoranda summarizing research.
  • Maintain professional and positive relationships with internal and external contacts on behalf of the Office.

Typical Skills and Qualifications

Licensed to practice law in the State of Indiana
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

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