Assistant Attorney-In-Charge (Consumer Protection Section)

Initial Posting Date:

05/24/2024

Application Deadline:

06/25/2024

Agency:

Department of Justice

Salary Range:

$8,298 - $16,113

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Assistant Attorney-In-Charge (Consumer Protection Section)

Job Description:

The Oregon Department of Justice (DOJ) is seeking a lawyer experienced in complex consumer litigation or public enforcement of consumer laws to join the Portland office of the Consumer Protection Section as an Assistant Attorney General in the Civil Enforcement Division. The selected candidate will also serve as an Assistant Attorney-in-Charge (AAIC) for at least a year; the AAIC assignment will be reviewed annually. This section investigates and prosecutes violations of the Unlawful Trade Practices Act. If hired, you will work on high value and high-profile cases that cover a wide range of consumer protection areas, including consumer finance, health care, education, and telecommunications. This position will work with assigned attorneys on a daily basis to provide feedback, coordination, oversight and assistance in consumer investigations and litigation to ensure that deadlines are met, key positions are consistent across matters, fees and costs are reasonable, strategic goals are met, cases are adequately staffed, and required approvals are obtained.

What is an Assistant Attorney-in-Charge? Senior or Assistant Attorney Generals may be awarded the assignment of Assistant Attorney-in-Charge. As the Assistant Attorney in Charge, you will support the section's Attorney-In-Charge by keeping the Attorney-in-Charge informed about the progress of matters and consult with the Attorney-in-Charge about case development, settlement and litigation strategy. This position will also review and approve routine drafts and filings in matters and assist the Attorney-in-Charge with additional projects or assignments, which may include tasks relating to the day-to-day administration of the section, review of legislation, procedure development and training. The role of Assistant Attorney-in-Charge is the classification of a Senior or Assistant Attorney General and is the same salary range. However, with the AAIC assignment there will be an adjustment in the requirement of billable hours.

Our ideal candidate has experience litigating complex consumer class actions, leading multistate consumer investigations, or leading investigations or enforcement actions in high value consumer cases for a state or federal agency. This person is self-directed but enjoys working collaboratively and thinks creatively and strategically about the law. This role will allow for a hybrid work schedule requiring some time working in the Portland office.

Questions regarding this position may be directed to Kelly Harpster, Attorney-in-Charge, Consumer Protection Section, at (971) 673-5004.

Required

• Active membership and in good standing with the Oregon State Bar or reciprocity in progress at the time of application.

• Minimum of ten (10) years' combined experience litigating class actions or other complex consumer or antitrust cases, or leading multistate or other public civil investigations and enforcement actions.

• Willing and able to make recommendations and provide regular reporting to internal decisionmakers.

• Willing and able to engage in sensitive multiparty negotiations.

• Willing and able to manage a high volume of time-sensitive assignments, to consistently produce high quality work, and to work collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders.

• Superior writing and oral advocacy skills, excellent analytical skills, sound judgment, and ability to think creatively about complex legal problems.

• Willing and able to travel.

• Able to clear all actual or potential ethical conflicts to represent the state.

• Strong work ethic and a commitment to public service.

Applicants most closely matching the requirements and needs of the position will be invited to interview. This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.

Application Process

• Follow the "Apply" link above.

• Attach your resume.

• Attach your cover letter.

• Attach a writing sample suitable for assessing analytical and writing ability. The writing sample should be a legal memo, not a litigation filing. (Not required from attorneys currently working for the Oregon Department of Justice.)

This OAJA-represented position will be filled at either the Assistant Attorney General or Senior Assistant Attorney General level, salary range $8,298.00 - $16,113.00 per month, depending primarily on years of legal practice experience and other factors. Employees who are Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) participating members will have their base salary increased by 6.95% and pay a 6% employee contribution to PERS; the salary range noted reflects base salary only. For a partial list of our benefits, you can learn here.

ALL APPLICANTS: You will only have one opportunity to upload the required resume and cover letter. Drag and drop both resume and cover letter into Workday when prompted to upload your resume. If you are concerned that one or both requested documents didn't attach to your application, if you need an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), have questions, or need assistance with the application process, please contact doj.recruitment@doj.state.or.us. Any materials emailed will be associated on your behalf if received before the posting deadline.

CURRENT STATE EMPLOYEES: Login to Workday using your state-issued login, and apply via the Jobs Hub Worklet located on your home page. Using a private account disrupts the hiring process for all internal candidates.

Working for the Department of Justice

Assistant Attorneys General, on behalf of the Attorney General, represent the State of Oregon and state-elected and appointed officials, agencies, boards and commissions in most civil and many criminal proceedings. The Department offers a broad range of opportunities for attorneys to work on significant and complex issues that face our state and make a difference to the citizens of Oregon while providing unparalleled career satisfaction and professional prospects.

Conduct Expectations

The role of the Oregon Department of Justice is to provide justice and uphold the rule of law. Employees of the Department are required to meet the highest standards of professional conduct and ethics while on the job, and also to maintain those same high standards when taking actions in their personal lives that could reflect on the Department.

The Department of Justice

The Mission of the Oregon Department of Justice is to serve state government and to support safe and healthy communities throughout Oregon by providing essential justice services. Its over 1,400 employees in ten divisions, including over 300 lawyers, are dedicated to the rule of law and serving the people of Oregon and its government.

The Attorney General and our ten divisions are dedicated to:

• Providing ethical, independent and high quality legal services to state government;

• Safeguarding consumers from fraud and unfair business practices;

• Fighting crime and helping crime victims;

• Advocating for vulnerable children;

• Supporting families through the collection of child support;

• Enforcing environmental protections;

• Defending the civil rights of all Oregonians;

• Pursuing justice and upholding the rule of law.

Diversity is a core value of the Department of Justice and the department's Civil Enforcement Division. We are working to build and maintain a diverse, inclusive and equitable work environment. Every employee expands our diversity through varied experiences and perspectives, and by contributing to the range of ways to understand and communicate with one another, identify challenges, and work cooperatively.

Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The Department of Justice is an equal opportunity employer, does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, veteran, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age or disability, and is committed to workplace diversity.

For additional information regarding working for the Department of Justice and application assistance, click HERE.

Oregon Department of Justice

1162 Court St NE

Salem OR, 97301

DOJ.recruitment@doj.state.or.us

Phone: (503) 947-4328

Fax: (503) 373-0367