Assistant Attorney General - Department of Taxes Job Listing at State of Vermont in Montpelier, VT (Job ID 1125976000A2)

Description

How to Apply

Do not apply online. Please apply by sending your statement of interest, resume, a brief writing sample, and references to Mark Vanderlinde-Abernathy at mark.vanderlinde-abernathy@vermont.gov. Please reference the job title: "AAG - Tax” with your application. Please apply by May 08, 2024.

Overview

The Vermont Attorney General's Office (AGO) seeks a talented and motivated attorney to join the AGO's legal team providing legal services to the Vermont Department of Taxes. This position offers the opportunity to serve the public in an exciting, dynamic practice, and be an integral part of State government, in addition to work-place flexibility and very competitive benefits.

Description

The individual selected for this position will represent the Department in civil litigation in the Vermont Superior and Supreme Courts and provide advice and counsel to the Department's Property Valuation and Review Division. The attorney will support a new program at the Department assisting municipalities with the valuation of complex commercial and other unique properties to ensure equitable collection of state and municipal revenues. The position is located at 133 State Street, Montpelier with a hybrid in-office/remote work option. This is an exempt, full-time position.

Compensation

This Assistant Attorney General position is an exempt full-time position. Salary and benefits will be based upon qualifications and experience in accordance with the State of Vermont Attorney Pay Plan. The State of Vermont offers a benefit package rivaling any employer in Vermont, which includes a top-notch health care plan, generous sick and annual leave, and employer contribution to pension plans. Further, the Attorney General's Office recognizes the importance of a healthy work-life balance and support the use of flexible workplace arrangements in accordance with applicable policies.

  Minimum Requirements

The successful candidate must be a member in good standing of the Vermont bar or be eligible to obtain admission by waiver.  

 

Candidates should have excellent oral and written communication skills, the ability to collaborate and work as a team, and at least two years of litigation experience is preferred.

Equal Opportunity Statement The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.

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