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Company: Utah Attorney General’s Office, UT
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JDHuntr - Deputy Division Director - Highways and Utilities $72.11 - $92.77 Hourly (Apply by:7.29.20

Job Category: Litigation [ View All Litigation Jobs ]
Job Reference: 88092
Job description:
Seeking an experienced attorney to serve in a leadership role overseeing legal representation for multiple state agencies, including transportation, public utilities, consumer services, and public safety entities. The position involves managing and litigating complex matters in state district courts, requiring strong litigation experience, the ability to handle complex legal issues, and the capacity to work effectively both independently and collaboratively. Active membership in the relevant state bar is required.

Deputy Division Director - Highways and Utilities req1717
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Job Type: Full time

Responsibilities:
Provides consultation, makes recommendations, gives appropriate advice, and/or facilitates decisions.
Trains attorneys in all aspects of litigation practice.
Provide training to client agencies and employees.
Acts as a sounding board and resource for attorneys as they evaluate, prepare, and try cases.
Prepares cases by conducting legal research, preparing witnesses, and gathering evidence.
Develop and enforce division policies and procedures.
Drafts, reviews, and recommends contract language.
Drafts proposed legislation and makes recommendations regarding proposed legislation to client agencies and employees.
Determine needs in discovery, and/or completes discovery; participates in decision making and strategy sessions in preparing cases for court and determining evidence to be used.
Writes or drafts correspondence, reports, documents and/or other written materials.
Receives, researches and responds to incoming questions or complaints; provides information, explains policy and procedures, and/or facilitates a resolution.
Represents the state or the employing agency in lawsuits, grievances, and complaints.
Drafts litigation working documents; prepares documents consisting of concise decisions based upon facts of case interpretations of law and compliance with state and federal standards.
Conduct conferences with defendants and/or attorneys and negotiate settlements.
Represents clients at formal or informal hearings.
May be required to travel to various locations and stay overnight.

Qualifications:
A Juris Doctorate is required.
Active membership in the Utah State Bar.
A conditional offer of employment will be made pending a satisfactory completion of a background investigation.
Must be able to travel as required.

Additional Qualifications:
Understanding of agency and organizational programs.
Ability to clearly and concisely communicate information, both in writing and verbally.
Proficiency in interpreting and applying laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
Strong verbal communication and listening skills.
Expertise in legal processes and procedures.
Knowledge of civil laws and procedures.
Ability to analyze and apply case and statutory law.
Skill in evaluating information and drawing logical conclusions.
Familiarity with government regulations, legal codes, precedents, and legislative history.
Experience conducting legal research using case law and proper techniques.
Understanding of laws governing access to public and private records, including the Government Records Access and Management Act.
Problem-solving skills using logical analysis to identify key facts and propose solutions.
Ability to interact professionally and tactfully with colleagues and the public.
Knowledge of rules of evidence.
Ability to interpret legal decisions and recognize emerging trends in legal interpretation.
Understanding the principles and practices of judicial and administrative law.

Deputy Division Director - Highways and Utilities
$72.11 - $92.77 Hourly Wage

Utah Attorney General’s Office

88092
Company: Utah Attorney General’s Office
Skills:
Employment type: Full Time
Salary: $72.11 - $92.77 Hourly Wage
 
Other Information
 
Degree: JD
Experience (year): Unspecified
Job Location: Salt Lake City, UT USA
Zip/Postal Code: 84101
Post Date: 07/23/2026
 
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