Deputy Staff Attorney - Unclassified

Reporting to the Senior Legal Counsel, the successful candidate will prepare briefs and other responsive pleadings for Petitions for Judicial Review to the district courts throughout Nevada and the Nevada Supreme Court; attend court hearings (usually remotely); review Public Records Requests and subpoenas for compliance; draft regulations on behalf of the Division; and advise the Administrator on legal issues pertaining to the Division. While these are the major responsibilities, the successful candidate will be expected to perform other job-related duties and may be required to develop additional specific job-related knowledge and skills.

The Department of Employment, Training & Rehabilitation (DETR) is the states leading workforce development agency. It consists of divisions that offer workforce related services, job placement and training, services for people with disabilities, investigation of claims of discrimination, unemployment insurance benefits, labor market data and more. Many of these services are provided through EmployNV Career and Business Hubs and in cooperation with its community partners. The Deputy Staff Attorney represents the Employment Security Division (ESD) and advises the Administrator on legal matters pertaining to workforce and Unemployment Insurance issues.

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university and graduation from an accredited law school is required, as is membership in the State Bar of Nevada.

Reporting to the Senior Legal Counsel, the successful candidate will prepare briefs and other responsive pleadings for Petitions for Judicial Review to the district courts throughout Nevada and the Nevada Supreme Court; attend court hearings; review Public Records Requests and subpoenas for compliance; draft regulations on behalf of the Division; and advise the Administrator on legal issues pertaining to the Division. While these are the major responsibilities, the successful candidate will be expected to perform other job-related duties and may be required to develop additional specific job-related knowledge and skills.

Legal Expertise & Credentials

Litigation & Legal Writing Skills

Regulatory & Administrative Law Knowledge

Analytical & Critical Thinking

Strong written and verbal communication skills, as well as the ability to plan, prioritize, and execute timelines without the need for supervision or reminders. The successful candidate must have strong problem-solving skills, must be adept at identifying, developing, and analyzing findings and conclusions, and must be able to prepare and defend their position regarding the same.