DETAILS:  The Office of Attorney General seeks an experience attorney for a position with the Criminal Litigation Division.  The attorney will prosecute major criminal cases in state court and accordingly litigation experience is preferred.  The individual must have strong research and writing capabilities.  Must be able to communicate well to clients and the courts and must have strong legal advocacy skills.  

OFFICE LOCATION:  The preferred working station for this position will be Rapid City or Pierre. 

STARTING SALARY:  Starting salary is $82,000.00 or more, depending on experience. The State of South Dakota has an excellent benefit package including retirement, employee insurance coverage and paid leave. 

QUALIFICATIONS:  Applicants must have a JD degree and be licensed to practice law in South Dakota.  The person eligible for this position must be a motivated self-starter, have strong research and writing capabilities, be able to communicate well to clients and the courts, and have strong legal advocacy skills.  Prior litigation experience is preferred but not required. 

APPLICATION PROCESS AND DEADLINE DATE:  Interested persons should send a resume containing three references, a writing sample and a letter describing their qualifications to the address below.  The position will be opened until filled.

Email: Ernest.Thompson@state.sd.us

OR Mail to:  

ERNEST THOMPSON, OFFICE OF ATTORNEY GENERAL, 1302 E. HIGHWAY 14, SUITE 1, PIERRE, SOUTH DAKOTA 57501.