Hybrid Assistant Attorney General – Corrections Litigation Unit

at Oregon Department of Human Services

• Job title: Assistant Attorney General – Corrections Litigation Unit
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Junior, Mid level
• Salary: $9,063 - $17,597 per month
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Salem, United States

About the role

• Assistant Attorney General in the Corrections Litigation Unit at Oregon's Department of Justice. Managing civil lawsuits and constitutional issues related to the Department of Corrections.

Responsibilities

• The individual selected for this position will join a team of lawyers who specialize in defending Oregon’s Department of Corrections (ODOC).
• CLU attorneys are responsible for independently managing high-volume, fast-paced caseloads, with cases in Oregon’s state and federal trial courts.
• Handling state habeas matters, civil torts, and mandamus cases.
• Managing federal cases under 42 U.S.C. § 1983 and the federal constitution, Americans with Disabilities Act, and Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act.
• Engaging in research and writing on novel areas of constitutional law.

Requirements

• At least two years of experience litigating civil actions in state or federal court as an attorney.
• An active interest in litigation, and a willingness to take appropriate cases to trial, while recognizing the cases best suited for a reasonable settlement.
• Experience writing and arguing motions to dismiss or motions for summary judgment in a state or federal court.
• Ability to balance frequent court appearances and an active motions practice while maintaining excellent client communication.
• A high level of professionalism and collegiality, and a desire to work with smart and thoughtful clients who are dedicated to doing the right thing for the State of Oregon.
• Willing and available to travel throughout Oregon for court appearances when in trial.

Benefits

• 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