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<b>Description</b>
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<p>The Nebraska Department of Justice / Nebraska Attorney General’s Office is currently seeking applicants for the position of Assistant Attorney General ("AAG") in the Office's Legal Services Bureau. The AAG will provide legal counsel to assigned state agencies and assist in enforcement of the public records and open meetings statutes.<br> <br> Salary commensurate with comparable state agency positions and candidate experience. Full-time state benefits available. The Assistant Attorney General will work from the Nebraska Department of Justice’s office located at 1221 N Street in Lincoln.<br> <br> The Nebraska Department of Justice is dedicated to assuring equal employment opportunity to applicants and employees in all aspects of personnel administration without regard to political affiliation, race, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, mental or physical disability, or religious creed and with proper regard for their privacy and constitutional rights. Veterans' preference applicable.<br> <br> <b>Please email a cover letter, writing sample and resume to:</b><br> Nebraska Attorney General’s Office<br> Email AGO.recruiting@nebraska.gov</p>
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<b>Examples of Work</b>
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<p>The AAG will provide legal counsel to assigned state agencies and assist in enforcement of the public records and open meetings statutes.</p>
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<b>Qualifications / Requirements</b>
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<p>REQUIREMENTS: Graduation from an ABA accredited law school and a license to practice law in Nebraska, or clear ability to be licensed in Nebraska by motion. Excellent legal writing skills and demonstrated work ethic.<br> <br> PREFERRED: Judicial Clerkship or two or more years of experience in a private law firm or government agency.<br> <br> OTHER: Some travel required. A criminal history and abuse background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment. For further information: www.ago.nebraska.gov</p>
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<b>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities</b>
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<p>Excellent legal writing skill is required. Prior experience in a legal counsel role for a local, state, or federal agency preferred.</p>
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We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
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