South Dakota Attorney General

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OFFICE OF ATTORNEY GENERAL

CRIMINAL LITIGATION

DETAILS: The Office of Attorney General seeks an attorney for a position with the Criminal Litigation Division. The attorney will prosecute major criminal cases in state court. The right candidate will have strong research and writing skills, be able to communicate effectively with clients and the courts and enjoy trial work.

OFFICE LOCATION: The preferred location for this position is Pierre. Our Sioux Falls location may be considered for the right candidate.

STARTING SALARY: Salary range is between $80,000 to $120,000 annually, 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. Litigation experience of 3 to 5 years is preferred, but not required. 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.

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.

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OFFICE OF ATTORNEY GENERAL

CONSUMER PROTECTION POSITION

DETAILS: The Office of Attorney General seeks an experienced attorney for a position with the Civil Division, Consumer Protection Section. This individual will litigate cases throughout the state that involve allegations of false, misleading, and deceptive trade practices. They will also enforce antitrust laws, which aim to promote competition and prevent monopolies and anticompetitive practices. Our attorneys practice in both state and federal courts, initiate criminal and civil proceedings, and participate in multi-jurisdictional actions with other state and federal law enforcement agencies. The person eligible for this position must be able to communicate well to clients and the courts, have strong legal advocacy skills, and the ability to lead others to accomplish the goals of the office

OFFICE LOCATION: This preferred duty station for this position is in Pierre, SD.

STARTING SALARY: Salary is dependent upon experience and funding availability. This position is offered at an Attorney II level with a salary between $95,000 to $110,000 annually. 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, be licensed to practice law in South Dakota, and have three or more years of legal experience.

APPLICATION PROCESS AND DEADLINE DATE: Interested persons should send a resume containing three references, a writing sample of no more than ten pages, and a letter describing their qualifications via mail or email set forth below. The closing date for this position will be June 30, 2025.

Mail to: Amanda Miiller, OFFICE OF ATTORNEY GENERAL, 1302 E. HIGHWAY 14, STE. 1, PIERRE, SOUTH DAKOTA 57501.

Email: Amanda.Miiller@state.sd.us