The State of Vermont is looking for a Staff Attorney IV to join the Enforcement & Litigation Section within the Agency of Natural Resources. In this role, you will serve as an Environmental Litigation Attorney, representing the Agency before the Superior Court's Environmental Division, in administrative enforcement actions, and in appeals.
What You'll Do
- Represent the Agency in litigation before the Superior Court, Environmental Division.
- Handle administrative enforcement actions.
- Manage appeals of Agency decisions and Act 250 decisions.
- Represent the Agency in proceedings before the Public Utility Commission reviewing energy-related projects.
What We're Looking For
- Admission to practice law (Vermont bar membership in good standing or eligible for admission).
- 8 or more years of relevant lawyer experience.
Nice to Have
- Environmental law experience.
- Civil or administrative litigation experience.
Team & Environment
You will be part of the Agency of Natural Resources' Enforcement & Litigation Section, reporting to John Zaikowski, Esq., the Enforcement & Litigation Section Chief.
Benefits & Compensation
- Competitive insurance benefits.
- Workplace flexibility.
- Compensation commensurate with the applicant's background and experience in accordance with the State of Vermont Attorney Pay Plan.
The State of Vermont celebrates diversity and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion. Employment decisions are merit-based. 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.
