DEPUTY ATTORNEY GENERAL - PUBLIC SAFETY DIVISION: CORRECTIONS - UNCLASSIFIED

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Job Summary

This attorney position represents the Nevada Department of Corrections and its former and current employees in proceedings in federal and state courts. Primary duties include drafting legal briefs, legal research, and presenting oral arguments in federal and state trial courts. This position will also assist with providing day-to-day legal advice to the Nevada Department of Corrections, and work with the Department to approve contracts and to ensure public records compliance.

Essential Qualifications

Graduation from accredited law school and licensed in Nevada or eligible for limited practice certification.

Preferred Experience: Preference to those with recent litigation and/or government service experience. Working knowledge of rules of civil and appellate procedure, evidence, and local court rules preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Skills Required: Must possess strong written and verbal communication, planning, prioritizing, and executing timelines without supervision. Must exhibit professionalism, organization, self-motivation, punctuality, and leadership skills.

Physical Demands: Mobility to work in typical office setting, use standard office equipment, and travel. Ability to read printed materials and computer screen; to hear and speak to communicate in person and virtually and over the telephone; to speak in clear and understandable manner. Reasonable accommodation available for some physical \demands for otherwise qualified individuals upon request.