Organization

Alaska Department of Law
Anchorage, Alaska

Posted Date

January 14, 2026

Contact Information

Richard Carter
richard.carter@alaska.gov

https://law.alaska.gov/department/jobs/26-TR-01.html

The section provides considerable training and collaboration opportunities for legal services to the various transportation modes, including aviation law and airport leasing, maritime law and vessel construction contracting, and the wide array of state and federal legal requirements for delivery of roads and other linear infrastructure to underdeveloped and environmentally sensitive locations.

Attorneys in the Civil Division work on matters of statewide importance, all while living and enjoying all Alaska has to offer. If you enjoy complex and impactful legal work along with dramatic scenery, outdoor activities like skiing, hiking, kayaking, and abundant wildlife, then the Alaska Department of Law, Civil Division is the place for you. Flexible schedules, including hybrid telework arrangements, may be available.

Responsibilities

The attorney selected for this position will advise the Department of Transportation and Public Facilities to ensure compliance with state and federal laws in the planning, environmental permitting, property acquisition, and construction contracting necessary for the delivery of a one-billion-dollar annual infrastructure development budget.

The novel questions that arise from project delivery in sensitive or remote locations provide regular opportunities to work with client subject matter experts to develop sound decisions and agency records, and defend those agency decisions in litigation and appellate practice. Some travel may be required.

Qualifications

Applicants with experience in public construction contracting, transportation or utility systems, or environmental permitting are highly desired. Superior writing and oral communication skills are essential. Experience developing defensible administrative records and independent management of projects is also desirable.

Application Process

Email your complete application to civil.recruit@alaska.gov.

Include the following documents:

  1. Cover Letter: List the position number(s) you are applying for
  2. Resume: Include a complete history of education; professional work experience with dates (MM/YYYY); and the states and admission dates (MM/YYYY) for each bar license you have
  3. 3 Professional References
  4. 1 Professional Writing Sample
  5. If you are a current or recent State of Alaska employee, please also submit your most recent performance evaluation.