Assistant Attorney General - Civil Litigation

Introduction

It is the mission of the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) to protect the public and ensure that justice is done. To continue to meet this mission, the principles of equity, inclusion, and employee well-being have become a foundation for all work performed at DOJ, on behalf of Wisconsinites.

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In addition to working with a dynamic group of people, we offer amazing benefits, such as excellent health insurance, ample paid leave, flexible work schedules, and an employee assistance program that offers a variety of programs and resources to help promote wellness. Furthermore, employment within the state of Wisconsin provides job stability, work/life balance, and numerous intrinsic rewards from doing meaningful work.

Do you thrive working in a fast-paced environment? Do you want to help make a difference in the lives of the public? The DOJ is looking for highly motivated and talented individuals to join our Division of Legal Services as an Assistant Attorney General in the Civil Litigation Unit. This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies, and may be used to fill vacancies in the next six months.

This position is headquartered at the Risser Justice Center located at 17 West Main Street in Madison.

This posting will remain open until positions are filled. First review date of application materials will be August 12, 2024. For any questions, please contact Pamela Fredrick, Human Resources Specialist at fredrickpj@doj.state.wi.us or (608) 419-3546.

Position Summary

Under general supervision of an Assistant Attorney General Supervisor, this position provides a variety of legal services, through counsel and representation, to the Legislature, Governor, state agencies, corporation counsel and district attorneys. Enforce the statutes under the Attorney General’s jurisdiction.

The Civil Litigation Unit handles a wide variety of matters and litigation on behalf of the State of Wisconsin, its agencies, the University of Wisconsin System, and individual state employees. The unit serves as defense counsel in a number of practice areas including the following: civil rights, prisoner litigation, workers compensation, eminent domain, medical malpractice, personal injury, public records, employment, and administrative law. Attorneys work collaboratively with paralegals, support staff, other Assistant Attorneys General, and clients.

Salary Information

The Assistant Attorney General position is in pay schedule 09 and pay range 75. The starting pay will be between $36.72 - $56.37/hour (approx. $76,377 - $117,249 annually). Pay for current or former state employees will follow the provisions found in the State of Wisconsin Compensation Plan. A 12-month probationary period may be required.

Job Details

This position may be eligible to work remotely up to 95% as part of a hybrid schedule, following an initial training period, reporting to the headquarters in Madison, including reporting on multiple consecutive workdays if needed. Travel to the headquarters is not eligible for travel reimbursement.

High speed internet access is required to meet the needs of remote work.

Occasional in-state travel will be required. Must be eligible to drive when required for travel.

The Department of Justice does not sponsor work visas at the time of hire or anytime during employment. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required Employment Eligibility Form I-9.

A background check, including fingerprints, will be completed on applicants prior to selection.

Special Qualification: Candidate must be a member in good standing with the Wisconsin State Bar upon appointment.

Qualifications

Please address the following in your resume and/or letter of qualifications.

Minimally qualified applicants must have education, training and/or experience in the following:

• Conducting in-depth legal research
• Analyzing statutes and case law
• Writing judicial decisions or briefs as the primary drafter
• Oral advocacy in any court or legal presentation experience
  
  

In addition to the minimum qualifications, a well-qualified applicant will have education, training, and/or experience in the following:

• One or more of the following areas of law: employment, public records, civil rights, prisoner litigation, workers compensation, eminent domain, medical malpractice, personal injury, or administrative
• Working in a clerkship or for a court at the appellate or federal level
• Serving as counsel in complex litigation in state or federal trial court
• Working with discovery and pre-trial tasks to include some of the following: document review, written discovery, conducting depositions, and witness preparation.
• Drafting summary judgment and other merits filings.
• Serving as lead counsel in jury or bench trials.
  
  

How To Apply

Apply online! To apply, click on “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Once logged in, click “Apply for Job” and follow the steps outlined in the application process. You will be required to submit a letter of qualifications and resume.

Each time you apply for a job; you should update and tailor your resume and letter of qualifications. You should clearly describe your education, training, and experience related to the items listed in the “Qualifications” section of the job announcement. These qualifications should be addressed in your resume and expanded upon in your letter of qualifications. This will allow a fuller assessment regarding your qualifications and those required for the job applying for.

Your Resume Should Include The Following

• Your educational background including any course work that relates to the position in which you are applying.
• Your employment history, including experiences and/or duties and a summary of accomplishments and skills learned or used.
• Any training or experience, including volunteer work or internships, you have related specifically to the “Qualifications” section of the assessment.
• Spell out any acronyms and/or abbreviations the first time used.
  
  

Your Letter Of Qualifications Should Include

• Additional information regarding your past work experience, including volunteer work and internships, or coursework you have taken.
• Highlights of your most relevant skills and experiences as they related to the specific job you are applying for.
• Specific examples that clearly demonstrates your level of expertise.
  
  

What not to include in your resume or letter of qualifications:

Your application materials should not include any information that is not job-related, such as race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, creed, disability, or genetic information. Further, do not include any self-identifying information such as photos, social security numbers, political affiliation, citizen status or conviction records.

Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the process. References will be requested from top candidates once interviews have taken place.

NOTE: Current/former State employees interested in a permissive transfer, demotion or reinstatement consideration must also apply.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. Veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.

We appreciate the time and effort it takes to apply for positions. If any questions arise, please contact Pamela Fredrick, Human Resources Specialist, at fredrickpj@doj.state.wi.us or (608) 419-3546.

Deadline to Apply

This posting will remain open until positions are filled. First review date of application materials will be Monday, August 12, 2024.