Assistant Attorney General Civil Litigation / Department of Corrections (Des Moines)

Assistant Attorney General Civil Litigation / Department of Corrections

Salary $62,337.60 - $153,420.80 Annually Location Des Moines - Polk County, IA Job Type Full-time Remote Employment Flexible / Hybrid

Job Number 26-00656 Agency 112 Justice - AG's Office Opening Date 09 / 10 / 2025 Closing Date 10 / 10 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central

To Apply : Apply by sending a cover letter and resume to Zach Hoffman, Chief of Staff, at AGHumanResources@ag.iowa.gov or 1305 E. Walnut St., 2nd Floor, Des Moines, IA 50319.

Job Description : This is a non-merit position. Candidates must follow the instructions in the To Apply section. Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise. Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird seeks to fill an Assistant Attorney General position in the Civil Litigation Division of her office. This lawyer will work on litigation impacting the Department of Corrections. The position requires representing the State of Iowa and Department of Corrections in litigation in federal and state district courts. Work includes constitutional issues, post-conviction relief cases involving disciplinary issues within Iowa's prisons and various administrative proceedings. The successful applicant will be self-directed, interested in constitutional law, and have excellent research and writing skills. Prior prosecutorial or criminal defense experience would be beneficial but not required. This is a unique opportunity for specialization and courtroom experience outside of the usual litigation path. In addition to a collegial environment among those who share your passion for public service, perks of working for the Office of the Attorney General include hybrid schedules; excellent work-life balance and benefits. Annual pay ranges from $62,337.60$153,420.80 depending on experience. The State of Iowa is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Minimum Qualification Requirements : Graduation from an accredited school of law.

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