https://law.alaska.gov/department/jobs/25-LRLR-01.html
The Legislation, Regulations & Legislative Research (LR&LR) Section of the Attorney General’s Office is comprised of a uniquely skilled team of legal professionals who are responsible for transforming the policy initiatives of elected officials into substantive law. Members of this team,work in every legal subject area and are true masters of multi-tasking and working under compressed deadlines.
The LR&LR Section is responsible for providing legal advice to Alaska’s Governor, the Governor’s Legislative Office, the Lieutenant Governor, and the Office of Management and Budget on all matters related to legislation, appropriations, regulations, and related constitutional questions. The section is also tasked with providing legal advice, upon request, to the Alaska Legislature or a member of the legislature on a law, a proposed law, or proposed legislative measure.
Responsibilities
Are you a lawyer that enjoys a challenge? Do you have a thirst for knowledge about multiple areas of law? Do you enjoy the complexity presented by constitutional questions? Do you have a passion for drafting good law? If so, you should pursue a career with the Department of Law in the Legislation, Regulations, & Legislative Research Section! This job affords an attorney the opportunity to be part of the dynamic team that is responsible for drafting a Governor’s legislative agenda, working with the Office of Management and Budget on fiscal matters, and testifying before the legislature on legal questions related to legislation. Attorneys on this team also advise the Lt. Governor on all regulatory matters and review and approve proposed regulations for all State agencies. In a nutshell, attorneys in this section are the “go to” team for drafting the statutes and regulations that address matters of statewide importance and significance.
Qualifications
Applicants must have graduated from an accredited law school. It is preferred that applicants have a minimum of five years of licensed practice. Ability to multi-task and work in a team environment is essential. Candidates must demonstrate exceptional writing and analytical skills, strong organizational and time management skills, and the ability to offer solution-oriented options for complex issues.
Application Process
Candidates must submit:
- A resume that includes a complete history of education and professional work experience.
- At least three professional employment references.
- A professional writing sample.
- A cover letter which includes the job number.
Email applications to civil.recruit@alaska.gov (with the subject line “application for current attorney recruitment”) or mail or hand-deliver to:
Office of the Attorney General
1031 W 4th Avenue, Suite 200
Anchorage, AK 99501
As part of the application process a social media check may occur. All interested and qualified applicants will be considered, but not every applicant will be interviewed.
