October 17, 2024

The State Energy and Environmental Impact Center

Charlotte Amalie

FULL TIME

Assistant Attorney General (Environmental Law) – U.S. Virgin Islands

Location
The United States Virgin Islands is divided into two island districts. Successful applicants generally have the option of stating a preference for the St. Thomas/St. John District or the St. Croix District.
Salary
Salary will be determined by the pay scale of the Assistant Attorneys General Collective Bargaining Agreement, which is graded according to years of active practice with a range of $92,000 - $129,960.
Description
Work in this class is performed under established rules, policies, and procedures under the direction of the Attorney General. The successful applicant is, however, expected to exercise initiative and judgment in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of the position.
Duties include but are not limited to:

Litigate and otherwise advocate on environmental matters important to the United States Virgin Islands, including environmental justice, clean energy hazardous waste, climate change mitigation, and water purification, in state and federal courts before administrative agencies.
Perform advanced legal work, including conducting in-depth analysis and preparing legal memoranda; interpreting laws and regulations; providing legal advice to state administrative agencies represented by the DOJ; and preparing legal notices, briefs, comment letters, and other litigation and advocacy papers.
Coordinate within the DOJ and other outside entities on environmental justice, clean energy, climate change, and other environmental issues.
Participate in legal skills and practice area training.

Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited law school, having earned an LLB or J.D. degree, and admission to practice before the highest court of any state or territory. Applicants must complete the Virgin Islands Special Admissions process: https://visupremecourt.hosted.civiclive.com/offices_of_the_court/bar_admission/special_admissions
Required Knowledge and Skills

Applicants who have experience with environmental justice, clean energy, climate change, or other environmental issues are preferred (including internships or clinical experience). Other legal experience and entry-level attorneys with a demonstrated interest in these areas will also be considered.
Ability to work with partner organizations and to help build coalitions.
Excellent writing, editing, research, and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work well and enthusiastically within a team in a fast-paced environment.
Initiative-taking with strong organizational skills and the ability to self-manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Demonstrated interest in public service.

Benefits
The successful candidate will be eligible for subsidized health benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage) and life insurance; leave, including annual (vacation), personal, sick, and paid parental leave. The candidate is also eligible to participate in a retirement plan. For information regarding benefits for this fellowship, please visit NYU’s website at: https://www.nyu.edu/employees/benefit/full-time/professional-research-staff/benefits-guide-2024.html
Application Process
Candidates should email a cover letter, resume, and a writing sample (preferably less than 15 pages) to Ian Clement, Deputy Attorney General, at ian.clement@doj.vi.gov. If chosen as a finalist, three professional references will be required. We will conduct a background check upon offer.
Application Deadline
Rolling until filled; we will begin reviewing applications on October 1, 2024
Contact
Deputy Attorney General, Ian Clement: ian.clement@doj.vi.gov
Beverly Hermon-Wallace, Human Resources Director careers@doj.vi.gov
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $92,000.00 - $129,960.00 per year
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