Assistant Attorney General & Assistant District Attorney

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Job Description

The Alaska Department of Law is currently accepting applications to fill existing attorney vacancies across the state of Alaska. The Department is part of the executive branch of Alaska's government.

The Attorney General, who is appointed by the Governor, heads the department. The Attorney General serves as legal advisor to the Governor and all state Agencies, prosecutes violations of state criminal laws, represents the state and its officers in civil matters, and enforces consumer protection and unfair trade practices laws.

The Civil Division has 15 substantive sections, and the Criminal Division has an office for appeals and special prosecutions and 12 regional District Attorney's offices. For more information about the Department of Law, please visit our website at www.law.alaska.gov .

The Department is looking for multiple talented, energetic, and hard-working full-time attorneys to become members of our dynamic legal team. If you want to be a part of a collegial, collaborative, and professionally inspiring workplace, we hope you will consider joining us. We currently have several openings in the areas of torts, child protection, employment law, natural resources, oil and gas, and prosecutor positions in several cities.

Salary will depend upon the legal experience, location of position, and background of the selected candidate. (See salary information below) The State provides a comprehensive state benefits package which includes health insurance, generous leave accrual, 11 paid holidays, and a variety of retirement plans. Additionally, employees may be eligible for student loan forgiveness through the Public Loan Forgiveness Program. State attorneys are in the partially-exempt service and serve at will, at the pleasure of the Attorney General.

Please visit our website to see current job openings and sign up to receive emails regarding position openings notices http://law.alaska.gov/department/jobs.html .

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EEO STATEMENT

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or 465-40+5 in Juneau or (+07) 465-3412 (TTY) or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at: P. O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK ++811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.