Title: Assistant Attorney General, Consumer Protection Section (OAG00076)

Hiring Range: Commensurate with experience

Pay Band: 

Agency: Attorney General & Dept of Law

Location: Office of the Attorney General

Agency Website: www.oag.state.va.us

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Virginia Office of the Attorney General is seeking a highly-qualified attorney to join its Consumer Protection Section. We offer the challenge and opportunity of public service, work-life balance, and an attractive compensation package inclusive of paid time off, paid holidays, health/dental/life insurance, retirement, and more.

ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL (OAG00076)
OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL
CIVIL LITIGATION DIVISION
CONSUMER PROTECTION SECTION
CONSUMER PRIVACY UNIT

DUTIES: This individual will analyze, investigate, and prosecute suspected violations of the new Consumer Data Protection Act, the Virginia Consumer Protection Act, and other state and federal consumer privacy statutes. In addition, the individual will have secondary responsibility for analyzing, investigating, and prosecuting violations of other state and federal consumer protection laws as needed. Must have excellent writing skills and be prepared to appear in the appropriate state or federal court in actions filed against alleged violators. Will also work with counterparts in other states and federal agencies, assist in drafting official opinions, and review proposed legislation.

Minimum Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS: Demonstrated ability to analyze and manage complex enforcement cases; well-developed oral and written communication skills; and the ability to interact effectively with state/federal government officials, a diverse workforce, and the general public. Ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 to 5 years of litigation experience in state and federal courts, concentrating on consumer privacy or consumer protection matters. International Association of Privacy Professionals’ Certified Information Privacy Professional/United States (CIPP/US) certification is desired and can be obtained after employment. Must be admitted to the Virginia State Bar.

Preferred Qualifications:

Application materials should include a discussion of all relevant experience, résumé, a writing sample, and law school transcript. Veterans, AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

Special Instructions: 

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Contact Information:

Name: Human Resources

Phone: 804-786-2071

Email: helppersonnel@oag.state.va.us

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.