Deputy Division Director - Highways and Utilities

FT / PT Status - Full-Time
Salary - $72.11 - $92.77 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office - In-Office / On-SiteRecruiter -
Application Deadline - 7/29/2026*

*This recruitment may close at any time once a sufficient number of applications have been received. We encourage candidates to submit their application as soon as possible to ensure consideration.

Key Responsibilities
Deputy Division Director - Highways & Utilities Division

The Utah Attorney General's Office is seeking an experienced attorney to serve as Deputy Division Director for the Highways & Utilities Division, overseeing legal representation for the Utah Department of Transportation, the Division of Public Utilities, the Office of Consumer Services, and the Department of Public Safety.

This leadership position focuses on managing and litigating complex matters in district courts throughout the State. At least 3-5 years of complex litigation experience is required. Experience with complex litigation is highly valued.

Must have experience showing ability to work collaboratively as well as independently. Current membership in the Utah State Bar is required.

Responsibilities:

• Provides consultation, makes recommendations, gives appropriate advice, and/or facilitates decisions.
• Trains attorneys in all aspects of litigation practice.
• Provide training to client agencies and employees.
• Acts as a sounding board and resource for attorneys as they evaluate, prepare, and try cases.
• Prepares cases by conducting legal research, preparing witnesses, and gathering evidence.
• Develop and enforce division policies and procedures.
• Drafts, reviews, and recommends contract language.
• Drafts proposed legislation and makes recommendations regarding proposed legislation to client agencies and employees.
• Determine needs in discovery, and/or completes discovery; participates in decision making and strategy sessions in preparing cases for court and determining evidence to be used.
• Writes or drafts correspondence, reports, documents and/or other written materials.
• Receives, researches and responds to incoming questions or complaints; provides information, explains policy and procedures, and/or facilitates a resolution.
• Represents the state or the employing agency in lawsuits, grievances, and complaints.
• Drafts litigation working documents; prepares documents consisting of concise decisions based upon facts of case interpretations of law and compliance with state and federal standards.
• Conduct conferences with defendants and/or attorneys and negotiate settlements.
• Represents clients at formal or informal hearings.
• May be required to travel to various locations and stay overnight.

Qualifications

• A Juris Doctorate is required.
• Active membership in the Utah State Bar.
• A conditional offer of employment will be made pending a satisfactory completion of a background investigation.
• Must be able to travel as required.

Additional Qualifications:

• Understanding of agency and organizational programs.
• Ability to clearly and concisely communicate information, both in writing and verbally.
• Proficiency in interpreting and applying laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills.
• Expertise in legal processes and procedures.
• Knowledge of civil laws and procedures.
• Ability to analyze and apply case and statutory law.
• Skill in evaluating information and drawing logical conclusions.
• Familiarity with government regulations, legal codes, precedents, and legislative history.
• Experience conducting legal research using case law and proper techniques.
• Understanding of laws governing access to public and private records, including the Government Records Access and Management Act.
• Problem-solving skills using logical analysis to identify key facts and propose solutions.
• Ability to interact professionally and tactfully with colleagues and the public.
• Knowledge of rules of evidence.
• Ability to interpret legal decisions and recognize emerging trends in legal interpretation.
• Understanding the principles and practices of judicial and administrative law.

About the Role

Location -
160 East 300 South
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84111
United States
Background Check Required - You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required - No
Schedule Code - AG - Employees at the Attorney General's Office