Deputy Attorney General - Public Safety Division: Corrections

This attorney position represents the Nevada Department of Corrections and its former and current employees in proceedings in federal and state courts. Primary duties include drafting legal briefs, legal research, and presenting oral arguments in federal and state trial courts. This position will also assist with providing day‑to‑day legal advice to the Nevada Department of Corrections, and work with the Department to approve contracts and to ensure public records compliance.

Graduation from accredited law school and licensed in Nevada or eligible for limited practice certification.

Preference to those with recent litigation and/or government service experience. Working knowledge of rules of civil and appellate procedure, evidence, and local court rules preferred.

Must possess strong written and verbal communication, planning, prioritizing, and executing timelines without supervision. Must exhibit professionalism, organization, self‑motivation, punctuality, and leadership skills.

Mobility to work in typical office setting, use standard travel. Ability to read printed materials and computer screen; to hear and speak to communicate in person and virtually and over the telephone; to speak in clear and understandable manner. Reasonable accommodation available for some physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals upon request.