Job Description
Please include “Senior Deputy Attorney General, Tobacco Enforcement” in the subject line. H1: Senior Deputy Attorney General, Tobacco Enforcement - State of Nevada H2: Job Summary, Salary Information, Position Details, Required Education and Experience, Skills and Abilities, Physical Demands, Benefits of Position, How to Apply
Job Summary: - Represent the State of Nevada in various tobacco-related areas - Enforce the Tobacco Master Settlement Agreement and other subsequent settlements - Oversee retail compliance checks and represent the State in administrative hearings and civil actions - Draft and testify on legislative matters and advise the Nevada Department of Taxation on tobacco and taxation issues - Represent the State in tobacco workgroups hosted by the National Association of Attorneys General - Supervise another attorney and handle other duties related to tobacco issues and the Tobacco Enforcement Unit
Salary Information: - Salary range: Up to $151,108.00 Employee/Employer Paid or $129,429.00 Employer Paid (DOE)
Position Details: - Duty Station: Las Vegas, Carson City or Reno - Position Status: Exempt (FLSA); unclassified position entitled to standard state benefits; serves at the will of the Attorney General - Employment contingent upon successful background check
Required Education and Experience: - Graduation from an accredited law school and licensed by a state bar - Minimum of five (5) years as a licensed attorney - Valid state driver’s license
Preferred Experience: - Experience in a leadership position - Experience handling administrative matters - Working knowledge of Nevada statutes, Nevada’s Administrative Procedures Act, Nevada rules of evidence, local court rules, and Nevada appellate procedure - Trial experience and management experience - Experience with tobacco-related issues
Skills and Abilities: - Excellent writing, organizational, communication, time management, and interpersonal skills - Ability to comprehend and analyze complex statutes, contracts, and settlements - Working knowledge of relevant Nevada statutes, Nevada Administrative Code, and ethical requirements - Reconciliation of sales volumes reported by tobacco distributors and manufacturers - Comfort with performing mathematical functions - Ability to maintain workload and prioritize tasks - Superior public speaking skills and the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with others - Knowledge of computer word processing applications, particularly related to legal research and writing - Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Physical Demands: - Mobility to work in a typical office setting, use standard office equipment, and travel - Ability to read printed materials and computer screens, hear and speak to communicate in person and virtually and over the telephone - Reasonable accommodation available for some physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals upon request
Benefits of Position: - Work largely independently - Student loan forgiveness after 10 years of public service - Compressed work schedule option - Public service/community involvement - Retirement accrual after vesting - Paid vacation and sick leave - Medical/dental/life insurance - Work-life balance
How to Apply: - Send cover letter, resume, references, and a writing sample to Chief David J. Pope at **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** - Include “Senior Deputy Attorney General, Tobacco Enforcement” in the subject line
Organization: State of Nevada, Office of the Attorney General Department: Tobacco Enforcement Job Title: Senior Deputy Attorney General Experience: Minimum of 5 years as a licensed attorney Salary Range: Up to $151,108.00 Employee/Employer Paid or $129,429.00 Employer Paid (DOE) Location: Las Vegas, Carson City or Reno Employment Type: Exempt (FLSA); unclassified position entitled to standard state benefits; serves at the will of the Attorney General
Major Duties and Requirements: - Represent the State of Nevada in various tobacco-related areas - Enforce the Tobacco Master Settlement Agreement and other subsequent settlements - Oversee retail compliance checks and represent the State in administrative hearings and civil actions - Draft and testify on legislative matters and advise the Nevada Department of Taxation on tobacco and taxation issues - Represent the State in tobacco workgroups hosted by the National Association of Attorneys General - Supervise another attorney and handle other duties related to tobacco issues and the Tobacco Enforcement Unit - Graduation from an accredited law school and licensed by a state bar - Valid state driver’s license - Experience in a leadership position preferred - Experience handling administrative matters viewed favorably - Working knowledge of Nevada statutes, Nevada’s Administrative Procedures Act, Nevada rules of evidence, local court rules, and Nevada appellate procedure preferred - Trial experience and management experience a plus - Experience with tobacco-related issues a plus - Excellent writing, organizational, communication, time management, and interpersonal skills required - Ability to comprehend and analyze complex statutes, contracts, and settlements - Working knowledge of relevant Nevada statutes, Nevada Administrative Code, and ethical requirements - Reconciliation of sales volumes reported by tobacco distributors and manufacturers required - Comfort with performing mathematical functions necessary - Ability to maintain workload and prioritize tasks - Superior public speaking skills and the ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with others - Knowledge of computer word processing applications, particularly related to legal research and writing, required - Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel strongly preferred - Must exhibit professionalism, self-motivation, punctuality, and leadership and supervisory skills
Physical Demands: - Mobility to work in a typical office setting, use standard office equipment, and travel - Ability to read printed materials and computer screens, hear and speak to communicate in person and virtually and over the telephone - Reasonable accommodation available for some physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals upon request
Benefits of Position: - Work largely independently - Student loan forgiveness after 10 years of public service - Compressed work schedule option - Public service/community involvement - Retirement accrual after vesting - Paid vacation and sick leave - Medical/dental/life insurance - Work-life balance
