The Vermont Office of the Attorney General, Agency of Human Services Legal Division, has an immediate opening for an energetic and talented full-time Assistant Attorney General representing the Agency of Human Services and the Economic Services Division of the Department for Children and Families.

Located in Waterbury, the responsibilities of this position include litigating Economic Services Division administrative appeals before the Human Services Board. The position also requires the attorney to provide general legal guidance to the Department on issues surrounding the administration of the Department’s programs and the provision of public records in accordance with statute. The attorney will also be tasked with providing support and guidance in reviewing contracts and grants for compliance with applicable law. Further, the attorney will bring Administrative Disqualification proceedings before the Human Service Board for cases of fraud in obtaining and/or using 3SquareVT benefits.  Travel across the state will be required.

Candidates should have excellent oral and written communication skills and be capable of working as part of a team. Preference will be given to applicants with three years of relevant experience, especially in Vermont. Newly admitted attorneys are welcome to apply. Candidates must be willing to travel and work independently, but within the structure of a government legal team. Self-reliance, IT skills and knowledge of state and federal law, regulations and policies related to public benefits are a plus. Candidates must be a member in good standing of the Vermont bar, or eligible to waive in.

This assistant attorney general position is an exempt full-time position. Salary and benefits will be based upon qualifications and experience in accordance with the Attorney Pay Plan. The State of Vermont offers a benefit package rivaling any employer in Vermont, which includes a top-notch health care plan, generous sick and annual leave, and employer contribution to pension plans.

This position will remain open until it is filled. Please respond by sending your statement of interest, writing sample and resume including references to Tim Connors, AHS Division Chief, HC 2 North, 280 State Drive, Waterbury, Vermont 05671-2080 or timothy.connors@vermont.gov. Please ensure that all resumes include all Bar admission information as well as dates admitted.

The Attorney General’s Office recognizes the importance of a healthy work-life balance and supports the use of flexible workplace arrangements in accordance with its policies.  The Vermont Attorney General’s Office celebrates diversity and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The Attorney General’s Office does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental, or sensory disability, HIV status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. Employment decisions are merit based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions are forbidden.