Assistant Attorney General, Tobacco Enforcement Section Job at Virginia Attorney General
The Office of the Attorney General is seeking a qualified Assistant Attorney General to join the Tobacco Enforcement Section of the Criminal Justice and Public Safety Division. We offer the challenge and opportunity of public service, a professional team environment, and competitive salary and benefits.
This attorney will work as part of a team with investigators, auditors, attorneys, and support staff to enforce the Tobacco Master Settlement Agreement, the Virginia Tobacco Escrow Statute, and related tobacco laws. The attorney must be prepared to appear in the appropriate state or federal courts when required on both civil and criminal matters. The attorney will collaborate with other states, the National Association of Attorneys General, the Virginia Department of Taxation, as well as law enforcement agencies on tobacco related issues. The attorney will execute the annual tobacco manufacturer certification program, make tax and escrow-related calculations and facilitate escrow deposits from certain manufacturers, litigate enforcement actions against non-complaint manufacturers, monitor licensed stamping agent compliance with state laws and litigate to enforce such compliance, draft opinions, respond to citizen and industry inquiries, and review legislation. Other duties as necessary or appropriate may also be assigned. Some overnight travel may be required. Located in Richmond, this position is directed by and reports to the Chief of the Tobacco Enforcement Section.
Minimum Qualifications
Successful candidate must be admitted to the Virginia State Bar. This position requires excellent written and verbal communication skills. Candidate will demonstrate proficiency in time management, ability to handle multiple concurrent tasks, strong planning and organizational skills, ability to work independently and as a team member, ability to organize and analyze large quantities of information, keen attention to detail, a high degree of initiative, and professional flexibility.
Preferred Qualifications
Candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of legal experience
Special Requirements
The following application materials are required:
Cover Letter
Resume
Transcript
A criminal background check will be conducted on successful candidate.
Cover Letter
Resume
Transcript
A criminal background check will be conducted on successful candidate.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications for this position must be submitted electronically through this website.
To be considered for this opportunity, a complete application, including all previous employment, with job duties listed, salary history, supervisory contacts and education is required. Blank fields and “See Attached Resume” will not be accepted.
Failure to complete any section of the application may result in disqualification.
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