Commonwealth of Virginia
Assistant Attorney General, Office of Civil Rights
Commonwealth of Virginia, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214
Title:
Assistant Attorney General, Office of Civil RightsState Role Title:
Assistant Attorney GeneralHiring Range:
Commensurate with ExperiencePay Band:
UGAgency:
Attorney General & Dept of LawLocation:
Office of the Attorney GeneralAgency Website:
https://www.oag.state.va.us/Recruitment Type:
General Public - GJob Duties
The Office of the Attorney General is seeking an experienced civil litigation attorney to serve as an Assistant Attorney General in the Office of Civil Rights section of the Civil Litigation Division. We offer the challenge and opportunity of public service, work-life balance, and an attractive compensation package inclusive of paid time off, paid holidays, health/dental/life insurance, retirement and more.The successful candidate will focus on identifying and bringing civil actions alleging violations of the Virginia Human Rights Act that involve pattern or practice of discrimination or raise an issue of general public importance in employment, places of public accommodation, including educational institutions, policing, and other areas covered by the VHRA. The position will also cover enforcement of the Virginia Voting Rights Law. The position requires the ability to conduct complex civil litigation in state circuit courts involving subject matter jurisdiction, adequacy and admissibility of evidence, proper application of judicial precedent, and the rules of civil procedure. The candidate will work closely with a team of attorneys, paralegal, and investigators and will assist with the remainder of OCR’s portfolio, which includes enforcing Virginia’s fair housing laws. This position is located in the Richmond, Virginia office.Minimum Qualifications
Admission to the Virginia State Bar required prior to commencing employment.The position requires exceptional written and verbal communication skills, proficiency in time management, the ability to manage a diverse and challenging caseload, and the flexibility to work both independently and as a team member.Candidates must also demonstrate the ability to work well under pressure and adjust priorities without close supervision.Additional Considerations
Three to five (3-5) years of civil rights or fair housing law experience is preferred, but other relevant experience will be considered.A working knowledge of federal and state civil rights laws, especially with regard to pattern and practice discrimination, is also preferred.Special Instructions
The following application materials are required:Cover LetterResumeWriting SampleLaw School Transcript (required if less than five (5) years of practice)Kindly utilize the Virginia Jobs website ( https://www.jobs.virginia.gov ) to submit your application. Applications sent to the Help Personnel email address will not be reviewed for the hiring process. We do not entertain phone calls or emails inquiring about application status; instead, please login to the PageUp/RMS system for updates on your application's status.Contact Information
Name:
Human ResourcesPhone:
804-786-2071Email:
helppersonnel@oag.state.va.usIn support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.Note:
Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
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Assistant Attorney General, Office of Civil RightsState Role Title:
Assistant Attorney GeneralHiring Range:
Commensurate with ExperiencePay Band:
UGAgency:
Attorney General & Dept of LawLocation:
Office of the Attorney GeneralAgency Website:
https://www.oag.state.va.us/Recruitment Type:
General Public - GJob Duties
The Office of the Attorney General is seeking an experienced civil litigation attorney to serve as an Assistant Attorney General in the Office of Civil Rights section of the Civil Litigation Division. We offer the challenge and opportunity of public service, work-life balance, and an attractive compensation package inclusive of paid time off, paid holidays, health/dental/life insurance, retirement and more.The successful candidate will focus on identifying and bringing civil actions alleging violations of the Virginia Human Rights Act that involve pattern or practice of discrimination or raise an issue of general public importance in employment, places of public accommodation, including educational institutions, policing, and other areas covered by the VHRA. The position will also cover enforcement of the Virginia Voting Rights Law. The position requires the ability to conduct complex civil litigation in state circuit courts involving subject matter jurisdiction, adequacy and admissibility of evidence, proper application of judicial precedent, and the rules of civil procedure. The candidate will work closely with a team of attorneys, paralegal, and investigators and will assist with the remainder of OCR’s portfolio, which includes enforcing Virginia’s fair housing laws. This position is located in the Richmond, Virginia office.Minimum Qualifications
Admission to the Virginia State Bar required prior to commencing employment.The position requires exceptional written and verbal communication skills, proficiency in time management, the ability to manage a diverse and challenging caseload, and the flexibility to work both independently and as a team member.Candidates must also demonstrate the ability to work well under pressure and adjust priorities without close supervision.Additional Considerations
Three to five (3-5) years of civil rights or fair housing law experience is preferred, but other relevant experience will be considered.A working knowledge of federal and state civil rights laws, especially with regard to pattern and practice discrimination, is also preferred.Special Instructions
The following application materials are required:Cover LetterResumeWriting SampleLaw School Transcript (required if less than five (5) years of practice)Kindly utilize the Virginia Jobs website ( https://www.jobs.virginia.gov ) to submit your application. Applications sent to the Help Personnel email address will not be reviewed for the hiring process. We do not entertain phone calls or emails inquiring about application status; instead, please login to the PageUp/RMS system for updates on your application's status.Contact Information
Name:
Human ResourcesPhone:
804-786-2071Email:
helppersonnel@oag.state.va.usIn support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.Note:
Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
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