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Attorney 1

State of Iowa - Executive Branch, Des Moines, IA, United States


Overview
Attorney 1
The Iowa Public Information Board was created to provide a free, efficient way for Iowans to receive information and resolve complaints related to chapters 21 and 22, Iowa’s open meetings and public records laws. The mission of the agency is to further state and local government transparency and foster informed citizen participation through education, training, dispute resolution, and enforcement activities concerning Iowa Code Chapters 21 and 22, Iowa’s open meeting and public records laws.

Position

This is a non-merit position. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section. Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.

Responsibilities

Investigate potential violations of Chapter 21 or 22 and conduct legal analysis and interpretation of issues under IPIB statutory authority in the absence of clearly applicable precedents.

Provide recommendations for disposition of complaints or on behalf of the Board in administrative or judicial proceedings.

Draft advisory opinions and declaratory orders to answer specific statutory interpretations as requested and required under IPIB statutory authority.

Represent the Iowa Public Information Board as an advocate for transparency in government to the legislature, the general public, and organizations subject to chapters 21 or 22.

Assist in the development and implementation of training opportunities and materials and creating ongoing communications for lawful custodians of public records, officers and employees of governmental bodies and other persons or groups impacted by, or working with, chapters 21, 22, or 23.

Conduct trainings to government bodies and the public across the State of Iowa in response to IPIB's statutory Complaint resolution process and IPIB statutory mission as a statewide resource on Iowa's Sunshine laws.

Benefits
Working for the State of Iowa comes with its perks. In addition to a competitive salary, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth:

Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage: Health and dental insurance packages to keep you and your family healthy at a low cost with outstanding coverage

Paid Time Off: Vacation (96 hours/year to begin, increasing with years of service), sick leave (144 hours/year), and paid holidays (9 days/year)

Retirement Plans: IPERS (employee contribution 6.29% and State contribution 9.44%) and the Retirement Investors Club (RIC), Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan (State of Iowa matches dollar for dollar up to $75/month)

Flexible Spending Accounts: Medical and dependent care expenses

Insurance Coverage: Life insurance and free long-term disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program: Resources and support for personal and professional challenges

Employee Discount Programs: Discounts on a variety of goods and services

For additional information on benefits, click here.

E-Verify and Right to Work
The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. New hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees’ rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, visit www.e-verify.gov.

Minimum Qualification Requirements
Applicants must have graduated from an accredited school of law to qualify for positions in this job classification.

Additional Qualification Requirements
Within a period of time after hire, as determined by the appointing authority, employees in this class may be required to be admitted to the Iowa State Bar if required at the time of appointment.

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