The Corrections Section is recruiting for a full-time attorney to represent the Department of Corrections and its employees in civil matters filed by prisoners.
The Corrections Section promotes a collegial, collaborative, and supportive work environment. You can expect to work with committed and positive team members and supervisors to represent the state’s interests.
If you enjoy complex and important legal work along with dramatic scenery, outdoor activities like skiing, hiking, camping, hunting, and kayaking, then the Alaska Department of Law, Civil Division is the place for you. Flexible schedules, including hybrid telework arrangements, may be available.
Responsibilities
Cases include administrative appeals of institutional disciplinary decisions to the Superior Court; defending Department employees named as defendants in civil rights lawsuits; and agency advice. The attorney’s duties incorporate all aspects of civil litigation defense in both state and federal courts, including investigation, discovery, dispositive motion practice, evidentiary hearings, and trial and appellate work. This position also requires working with the criminal division for time accounting matters and applications for post-conviction relief involving the Alaska Board of Parole. Some travel may be required. Flexible schedules and hybrid work from home arrangements may be available.
Qualifications
Qualified applicants must have excellent communication, oral advocacy, writing, and time management skills. The ability to handle a high volume of cases in a fast-paced work environment is essential. They should enjoy all aspects of the litigation process including trial. Applicants should be highly motivated and able to work well and collaborate as a member of a litigation team. Prior criminal law experience as either a prosecutor or defense attorney is desirable, but not required. Applicants at all experience levels will be considered.
Application Process
Email your complete application to civil.recruit@alaska.gov.
Include the following documents:
- Cover Letter: List the position number 26-COR-01
- 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 Professional References
- 1 Professional Writing Sample
- If you are a current or recent State of Alaska employee, please also submit your most recent performance evaluation.