Assistant Attorney General (Antitrust, False Claims and Privacy/Data Security)

Initial Posting Date:

10/28/2024

Application Deadline:

12/16/2024

Agency:

Department of Justice

Salary Range:

$8,298 - $16,113

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Assistant Attorney General (Antitrust, False Claims and Privacy/Data Security)

Job Description:

Duties and Responsibilities

The Civil Enforcement Division of the Oregon Department of Justice is seeking a motivated, enthusiastic, and experienced attorney to join our antitrust, false claims and privacy/data security team in the Civil Enforcement Division. The Civil Enforcement Division is the Oregon DOJ's plaintiff's civil litigation arm. Working alone or in teams, this attorney will apply their skills and experience to identify, investigate and prosecute complex civil cases related to antitrust, false claims, privacy and other priority civil litigation and enforcement areas for the Department. Duties will include issuing investigative demands, taking sworn witness interviews, management of large document reviews, and working with consulting experts and investigators to evaluate legal and strategic issues. When warranted, this attorney will seek restitution, penalties, and injunctive relief through a negotiated settlement or, if necessary, through litigation in state or federal court. The attorney in this position may also participate in or lead joint investigations with other state attorneys general and federal agencies.

Questions regarding this position may be directed to Tim Smith, Attorney-in-Charge, Antitrust, False Claims and Privacy/Data Security, Civil Enforcement Division, at 971-673-3885.

Office Location/ Remote Work

This position may be based in either Portland or Salem with opportunities for working remotely on a hybrid schedule.

Required

• Be admitted to the Oregon bar or be clearly eligible to waive into the Oregon Bar and be in good standing at the time of application. Candidates eligible to waive into the Oregon Bar will be required to submit proof of their completed application before the first day of employment.

• Minimum of three (3) years' civil litigation experience, which includes experience developing cases, handling discovery, and motion practice.

• Experience taking or defending depositions in state or federal court actions.

• Experience negotiating settlements and resolving disputes.

• Willingness and ability to litigate civil cases.

• Willingness and ability to manage a robust caseload with time-sensitive assignments, to consistently produce high quality work, and to work collaboratively with colleagues..

• Superior writing and oral advocacy skills, excellent analytical skills, sound judgment, and be able to think creatively about complex legal issues.

• Willingness and ability to travel.

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

• Strong work ethic and a commitment to public service.

Desired Experience

Preferred candidates passionate about a career in civil enforcement, should have:

• Five or more years of complex civil litigation experience.

• Experience

  • handling cases involving antitrust or false claims issues and/or knowledge of applicable state and federal laws.

  • investigating and building cases for litigation, including government civil law enforcement actions or criminal prosecutions.

• Experience or academic background in economics or data science.

Although antitrust or false claims experience is desired, the Oregon Department of Justice is particularly interested in applications from litigators generally. Attorneys with experience in class action litigation, commercial litigation, or other litigation fields are encouraged to apply.  Attorneys who have other experience that they believe would be relevant to the Division’s work such as in the fields of healthcare, technology, finance are also encouraged to apply. 

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. (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 have only one opportunity to upload the required material. Please drag and drop all of your material into our applicant program called Workday when prompted to upload your resume. If you are concerned that any of the required 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.oregon.gov. 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. Prior to clicking "Apply", update your employee profile to reflect your Education, Skills, and Job History (including your current job). ​

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 nearly 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.oregon.gov

Phone: (503) 947-4328
Fax: (503) 373-0367

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