Assistant Attorney General (Criminal Justice Division)

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The Criminal Justice Division

The Criminal Justice Division of the Oregon Department of Justice conducts specialized local, state, and federal criminal investigations and prosecutions and provides highly trained and experienced special agents, prosecutors, and analysts to fight crime across Oregon; the Division is the only agency in Oregon that has the unique ability to combine the skills of all three disciplines in a single agency to comprehensively address crime in our communities. The Division also provides outreach and training to citizens, victim service providers, and members of the law enforcement community to help ensure that Oregonians receive​ the highest level of service from the criminal justice system.

We are seeking applications from current or previous prosecutors for the position of Assistant Attorney General in the Organized Crime Section of the Attorney General’s Criminal Justice Division. This position may be based in Salem, Portland, or Eugene and will require periodic travel throughout the state.  This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule of working in the office and remotely.

The attorney selected for this position will be responsible for duties to include:  working with CJD special agents, local law enforcement agencies, and District Attorney offices to investigate and prosecute complex financial crimes and organized criminal enterprises; as needed, prosecuting other criminal activity, including homicide and other persons crimes, officer use of force cases, public corruption, and election law violations; evaluating and pursuing criminal cases, including conflict and specialty cases, at the request of district attorneys throughout the state; providing advice and support to district attorneys and their deputies; and presenting at trainings across the state.
 

The attorney selected must be able to work closely with people from a variety of disciplines including state agencies, law enforcement officers, and prosecutors from different offices. The person must have demonstrated excellent organizational, trial, and writing skills, and must be willing to travel extensively.

Questions regarding this position should be directed to Jeff Howes, Chief Counsel of the Criminal Justice Division, at [email protected] or (971) 701-5087, (800) 735-1232 TTY.
 
Required

• Active member of the Oregon State Bar in good standing on the effective date of appointment.
• Five or more years practicing law as an attorney.
• Demonstrated knowledge of criminal and evidence codes.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with people from a variety of disciplines (e.g., state agency personnel, law enforcement officers, county prosecutors, etc.).
• Excellent organization, analytical, oral presentation and advocacy, and writing skills.
• Experience training prosecutors and/or law enforcement.
• Willing and able to travel throughout the state and nation, sometimes overnight, to meet case, training, and outreach needs.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to public service.
• Able to successfully clear a comprehensive criminal background investigation and reference checks. Finalists will be subject to a thorough criminal background investigation, as well as thorough employment reference checks. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.

Requested

• Experience prosecuting cases with high public interest
• Experience prosecuting RICO and other organized crime cases
• Experience working collaboratively with law enforcement during long-term investigations
• Interest in financial crimes cases

Applicants most closely matching the requirements and needs of the position will be invited to interview.  

Application Process

To apply for this position, follow the "Apply" link above and complete the application online and all supplemental questions.

• Attach your resume.
• Attach your cover letter.
• Attach a writing sample (not to exceed seven pages) suitable for assessing analytical and writing ability. A writing sample is not needed from attorneys currently working at the Oregon Department of Justice at the time of application. However, a copy may be requested at a later date if needed.

This OAJA-represented position will be filled at either the Assistant Attorney General or Senior Assistant Attorney General level, salary range $9,063.00 - $17,597.00 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 [email protected]. 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.

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 1,600 employees in ten divisions, including nearly 400 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.  

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.

Diversity is a core value of the Department of Justice and the department’s Criminal Justice 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

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