What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Attorney General (Civil Recovery Section) position at Department of Justice?
Initial Posting Date:
03/31/2025
Application Deadline:
04/22/2025
Agency:
Department of Justice
Salary Range:
$8,842 - $17,168
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Assistant Attorney General (Civil Recovery Section)
Job Description:
This OAJA-represented position will be filled at either the Assistant Attorney General or Senior Assistant Attorney General level, salary range $8,842.00 - $17,168.00 per month, depending primarily on years of legal practice experience and other factors. 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; the salary range noted reflects base salary only. For a partial list of our benefits, you can learn
here
.
The Mission of the Oregon Department of Justice is to serve state government and to support safe and healthy communities throughout Oregon by providing essential justice services. Its over 1,400 employees in ten divisions, including over 300 lawyers, are dedicated to the rule of law and serving the people of Oregon and its government.
The Attorney General and our divisions are dedicated to:
- Providing ethical, independent and high quality legal services to state government;
- Safeguarding consumers from fraud and unfair business practices;
- Fighting crime and helping crime victims;
- Advocating for vulnerable children;
- Supporting families through the collection of child support;
- Enforcing environmental protections;
- Defending the civil rights of all Oregonians;
- Pursuing justice and upholding the rule of law.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Civil Enforcement Division is seeking candidates to consider for the position of Assistant Attorney General in the
Civil Recovery Section
. The Section represents the State and its agencies in a wide range of civil litigation. The selected candidate will be specifically responsible for providing comprehensive legal advice and litigation services to the Division of Child Support. This includes, but is not limited to, researching and advising the agency on administrative and legal issues, representing the agency at hearings to establish, modify, and enforce child support orders, and prosecution of contempt of court.
Questions may be directed to Assistant Attorney-in-Charge Shannon Richard (541) 686-7973.
Required
- Active membership in good standing with the Oregon State Bar at the time of appointment.
- Minimum of five years practical civil litigation experience within past ten years.
- Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
- Demonstrated ability to balance legal advice with frequent court appearances.
- The position will be located in our Portland or Salem offices and will require travel (including overnight) to counties throughout the state, depending on assignment; must be willing and able to travel as necessary.
Desired Experience
- Experience litigating cases in state court, including civil or criminal.
- Experience in Child support or family law preferred but not required.
- Experience with administrative law.
- Experience in managing a high-volume caseload.
- Experience representing a client agency as a part of an interagency team.
Working for the Department of Justice
Assistant Attorneys General, on behalf of the Attorney General, represent the State of Oregon and state-elected and appointed officials, agencies, boards and commissions in most civil and many criminal proceedings. The Department offers a broad range of opportunities for attorneys to work on significant and complex issues that face our state and make a difference to the citizens of Oregon while providing unparalleled career satisfaction and professional prospects.
Assistant Attorneys General, on behalf of the Attorney General, represent the State of Oregon and state-elected and appointed officials, agencies, boards and commissions in most civil and many criminal proceedings. The Department offers a broad range of opportunities for attorneys to work on significant and complex issues that face our state and make a difference to the citizens of Oregon while providing unparalleled career satisfaction and professional prospects.
Application Process
To apply for this position:
- Follow the "Apply" link above and complete the application online and all supplemental questions;
- Attach your resume;
- Attach your cover letter (detailing how you meet the job requirements); and
- Attach your writing sample (not to exceed seven pages) suitable for assessing analytical and writing ability.
ALL APPLICANTS: You will only have one opportunity to upload the required application materials. Drag and drop both resume, cover letter, and any other materials into Workday when prompted to upload your resume. If you are concerned that one or more documents didn't attach to your application, if you need an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), have questions, or need assistance with the application process, please contact
doj.recruitment@doj.oregon.gov
. Any materials emailed will be associated on your behalf if received before the posting deadline.
CURRENT STATE EMPLOYEES: Login to Workday using your state-issued login, and apply via the Jobs Hub Worklet located on your home page. Using a private account disrupts the hiring process for all internal candidates.
Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The Department of Justice is an equal opportunity employer, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, veteran, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age or disability, and is committed to workplace diversity.
For additional information regarding working for the Department of Justice and application assistance,
click HERE.
Oregon Department of Justice
1162 Court St NE
Salem OR, 97301
1162 Court St NE
Salem OR, 97301
DOJ.recruitment@doj.oregon.gov
Phone: (503) 947-4328
Salary : $8,842 - $17,168
