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General Description
At the Wyoming Attorney General’s Office, we strive to provide quality legal services to state agencies to effect better outcomes for Wyoming citizens. Attorneys in our office develop their legal skills in a collaborative environment while doing interesting and meaningful work and maintaining a work-life balance.
Description And Functions
Open Until Filled
General Description
At the Wyoming Attorney General’s Office, we strive to provide quality legal services to state agencies to effect better outcomes for Wyoming citizens. Attorneys in our office develop their legal skills in a collaborative environment while doing interesting and meaningful work and maintaining a work-life balance.
The Civil Division of the Wyoming Attorney General's Office is seeking an attorney to join its Contracts Unit. The attorney in this position will review, edit, negotiate, and draft contracts for assigned state agencies, boards, and commissions to ensure the State’s contracts sufficiently protect the legal interests of the State and the contracting agency. This includes reviewing all contracts submitted by agency clients within statutory time limits and advising agency clients with respect to relevant contracting statutes and administrative procedures. This attorney also instructs agency clients and AG staff on the contract review process, drafting requirements, and use of the CobbleStone contract management system. This position will also perform other duties as assigned to meet the goals and objectives of the Civil Division and the Attorney General's Office.
The State of Wyoming's total compensation package is excellent and includes:
Paid annual and sick leave
Paid holidays
Retirement with employer contributions
Deferred Compensation Plan with employer contributions
Health insurance with an employer contribution toward premiums
Insurance options for health, dental, life, vision, ambulance, and short and long-term disability
Longevity pay
Human Resource Contact: Stacy Berres / (307) 777-7130 / stacy.berres@wyo.gov
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.
Edit, research, and review state contracts for proper form, ambiguity, and inconsistency of language;
Research contract language and the potential effect of special contract provisions;
Assist agency clients in the development of contract templates for specialized contract areas.
Counsel agency clients; negotiate with contractors; assist agency clients with special language, and consult with agency advising attorneys as needed;
Review proposed legislation and draft bill reviews to advise the Governor and agency clients;
Advise and train agency clients with respect to contract drafting, use of the CobbleStone contract management system, and use of DocuSign for contract execution.
Qualifications
PREFERENCES:
The successful applicant will be provided with training and mentorship to ensure that you have the resources and knowledge you need to succeed.Please review your application for completeness and accuracy. Only accurate and complete applications will be reviewed for this position.
All applicants must provide the following as part of the application process:
Cover letter explaining your interest in the position
Professional resume - include references
Recent writing sample
Law school transcript
Knowledge
Ability to exercise independent judgment
Education
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Juris Doctorate.
Necessary Special Requirements
Notes
FLSA: Exempt
Salary is commensurate with relevant legal experience
Successful applicants are required to pass a criminal background investigation
This is an at-will position. The attorney will be appointed by and serve at the pleasure of the Attorney General (Wyo. Stat. Ann.
9-1-608)
Supplemental Information
015-Attorney General - Civil Division
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The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.
Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.
Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration.
There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few!
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(ATTY99) Do you have your Juris Doctorate?
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(ATTY99) Are you within six (6) months of graduating with a Juris Doctorate?
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(ATTY Generic) Have you passed the State Bar for Wyoming?
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(ATTY99) If yes, please provide the date passed.
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(ATTY Generic) Have you passed the Bar for a state other than Wyoming?
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(ATTY99) If yes, which State(s), please list and include dates passed.
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(ATTY99) Have you attached the following? * Professional Resume * References * Recent Writing Sample * Law School Transcript
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Where did you hear about this opportunity?
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Wyoming Workforce
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(A1) If you selected "Current State Employee" please provide the employee's first and last name, and include the department they work for if known. Please limit this response to only one employee. This employee may be eligible for a Referral bonus
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(A1) If you selected "Other", please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans' preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans' preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans' preference disclosure.
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(AA) VETERANS' PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran's military service, and wish to claim veterans' preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans' preference status. By requesting veterans' preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.
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Disabled Veteran (10% or more) - DD214 and Veteran's Disability Determination Attached
Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran - DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
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(AA) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume' is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities at I have read and understand the above statement.
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