Utah Attorney General's Office - Attorney - Natural Resources Division

The Office of the Attorney General, Natural Resources division has an immediate opening for an

attorney to work in its Public Lands section. The incumbent in this position provides full time

representation to the Public Lands Policy Coordinating Office (PLPCO) and the Constitutional

Defense Council on matters primarily pertaining to the public lands and the federal agencies that

manage them.

Litigation and courtroom experience are preferred. Some working knowledge of administrative law,

and public lands law, particularly R.S. 2477, is preferred. The successful candidate must have

excellent oral advocacy and writing skills, have experience reviewing and managing large volumes

of documents, and be proficient in legal research and computer skills. The successful applicant must

have excellent case management skills as well as the ability to build rapport and work cooperatively

with client agency representatives. This position will include working with county officials and state

legislators.

This position is for an attorney with up to 5 years of legal experience. Preference will be given to

applicants with 3-5 years of experience, although entry level attorneys will also be considered. The

successful candidate must be a member in good standing with the Utah State Bar upon application.

Background checks are completed as a condition of employment. Travel is required as incumbents

will need to represent the State in legal proceedings throughout the State.

For more information and to apply for the position, visit the Utah state jobs website at

governmentjobs.com/careers/utah, and search “Assistant Attorney General”. The application

deadline is Tuesday, November 16th at 11:59 p.m.

Anyone interested must apply online through the State Jobs Website.