Senior Assistant Attorney General 2026-01034

Attorney Position in WyomingThe Wyoming Attorney General seeks an attorney to represent the State of Wyoming in litigation in the Water and Natural Resources Division. The cases handled by this position are brought at the direction of the Governor, and the majority involve litigation either challenging or supporting actions taken by federal agencies on a diverse array of energy, natural resource, environmental, and water issues. The litigation is primarily in federal courts across the United States, although some cases arise in state courts and before administrative agencies. At times, this attorney will advise the Governor and the members of the Governor's Policy Office directly on matters related to natural resources litigation, legislation, and policy.The Attorney General's Office provides attorneys an opportunity to receive great mentorship, develop expertise, and excel at and utilize their skills in a dynamic and collegial work environment while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. The State of Wyoming's total compensation package is excellent and includes:Paid annual and sick leavePaid holidaysRetirement with employer contributionsDeferred Compensation Plan with employer contributionsHealth insurance with an employer contribution towards premiumsInsurance options for health, dental, life, vision, ambulance, and short and long-term disabilityLongevity payHuman Resource Contact: Stacy Berres / / functions include the ability to analyze complicated legal and factual issues and to present complicated issues clearly in written and oral form.

This position blends strategic counseling, regulatory and legislative analysis, and litigation into a multifaceted role. The applicant should feel comfortable speaking before courts, writing letters and briefs, and advocating Wyoming's interests to federal and state officials and the general public.Wyoming constantly seeks to balance ranching, farming, mining, and industry to preserve some of the most beautiful wilderness and public lands found on earth. This position plays an important role in Wyoming's efforts to manage and protect all of those resources.Perform other duties as assigned.Preferences/Agency Requirements: To the extent that you are already familiar with environmental law and civil litigation, administrative law, or some of the unique challenges that arise when representing a government agency, we want you to apply. To the extent that you are not familiar with these areas of law, but you have an interest, we still want you to apply. We will work with you to ensure that you have the knowledge that you need to succeed.

All applicants must provide the following attachments as part of the application process.Professional resumeReferencesRecent writing sampleLaw school transcriptCover letter explaining your interest in the positionPlease review your application for completeness and accuracy. Only accurate and complete applications will be reviewed for this position.Knowledge: Those with experience and/or interest in natural resources and environmental law are encouraged to apply. Knowledge of federal and state natural resource, environmental, and energy laws.Minimum Qualifications: Education: Juris DoctoratePhysical working conditions: This position takes place in an average work environment.Notes: FLSA: Exempt. Salary is commensurate with relevant legal experience. Successful applicants are required to pass a criminal background investigation.

This position is At-will and is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the Attorney General (W.S. 9-1-608).