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* *STAFF ATTORNEY LEGAL SERVICES HELENA, MT * * MISSION -Montana Department of Corrections is creating a safer Montana through Accountability, Rehabilitation and Empowerment. If you want to work making positive changes in the community the Montana Department of Corrections is the place for you! JOB OVERVIEW – * This position serves as a staff attorney managing a general caseload that consists of civil litigation, administrative litigation and written and oral legal advice to department staff. * Supervision and case assignments are made by the Chief Legal Counsel. * The position will be responsible for the legal services for the Director’s office, the Central Services Division, Public Safety Division, including Probation and Parole and the Department’s secure care facilities, Rehabilitation and Programs Division, Communications, as well as the Board of Pardons and Parole. * The incumbent independently handles all phases of litigation, from district court proceedings to Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. * Cases include complex litigation, e.g. constitutional law and tort cases involving significant fiscal resources. These cases frequently involve constitutional challenges, issues of first impression, and cases where the attorney must develop a factual record. * The attorney may lead a team of attorneys and support staff in complex litigation. Outcome of these cases has statewide, and possibly national, significance. * * * *REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS – * Resume * Cover Letter * State of Montana Application Applications submitted without required materials may not be considered. Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process, please make sure all attachments are marked as RELEVANT. If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Background screens which may include criminal records check, child/patient/offender abuse registries, and reference checks will be conducted for this position. BENEFITS * Employment with the state may qualify you to receive student loan forgiveness under PSLF. NOTICES Prison Rape Elimination Act of 2003 - Any person who has been convicted of engaging in or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable to consent or refuse; or any person who has been civilly or administratively adjusted to have engaged in the activity as described are not qualified for this position. Tobacco Free -Use of all tobacco products, including smokeless tobacco products and tobacco substitutes in Department of Corrections buildings, is prohibited. In secure care facilities possession of tobacco products is also prohibited. The Montana Department of Corrections is anEOE/M/F/D/V/SO(Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority, Female, Disabled, Veteran, Sexual Orientation) QUALIFICATIONS – * Juris Doctorate from an ABA accredited law school.* * Admission to the State Bar of Montana or admission within one year from the date of hire.* * At least two years of experience as a practicing attorney is preferred. * * Eligible to be admitted to practice in federal district courts; Ninth Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals; and the U.S. Supreme Court, as required. * Alternative combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Title: *Staff Attorney Location: Helena Requisition ID: 24141020

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