Deputy Division Director (Attorney Supervisor) - Consumer Protection | ABQ
Consumer & Civil Rights Division
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- Albuquerque
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Apply by 05/10/2024
Salary
$45.07 – $72.11 Hourly
$93,738 – $149,980 Annually
This position is a Pay Band LI
Posting Details
This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.
Why does the job exist?
How does it get done?
– Consumer Protection Litigation : represent the New Mexico Department of Justice and the State of New Mexico in a wide-variety of complex consumer protection investigations and litigation. Cases will vary from Unfair Practices, Antitrust, Securities to Qui Tam cases. As a senior attorney, provide guidance to other attorneys in the division and serve as a resource and subject matter expert as needed.
– Other Division Duties as Assigned: assist with other responsibilities in the division, which may include work related to the Tobacco Master Settlement Agreement, assist with internal and external trainings, mentor attorneys, and other matters assigned by the division director.
– Collaboration with Other Divisions: collaborate with other divisions in the agency as needed or as assigned, including but not limited to appellate litigation, multi-state litigation, and other legal and policy matters. As a senior attorney, serve as a subject matter expert as appropriate on special projects when needed.
Who are the customers?
Ideal Candidate
1. It is highly preferred to have diverse and extensive litigation experience in both state and federal trial courts and appellate levels involving consumer protection, and a thorough understanding of the rules of civil and appellate procedure.
2. Proven record managing complex litigation, including discovery, motion practice, and trial preparation managing or directing groups of other attorneys and staff.
3. Demonstrated interest in public policy and working for or with government entities as an attorney, including as a staff attorney, in an office of general counsel, prosecutor, or as a contract attorney; and experience with administrative law that includes reading, interpreting, and applying a statutes and regulations.
4. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, commitment to teamwork and leadership, proficiency learning new technology, and the ability to independently multi-task in a high volume environment with the possibility of frequent interruptions.
Minimum Qualification
Substitution Table
Employment Requirements
Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification as a condition of continued employment as some statewide travel maybe required. Employment is subject to criminal background check and is conditional pending results of criminal background check. Be of good moral character and not have been convicted of a felony offense by a court of this state, any other state or the United States.
Working Conditions
Supplemental Information
Benefits:
Agency Contact Information: Tim Maestas
For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.