Staff Attorney

How to Apply

Do not apply online. To apply, please e-mail a cover letter and resume to John Zaikowski at ANR.Legal@vermont.gov and reference "ANR Staff Attorney" in the subject line. Please apply by September 6, 2024.

Overview

The Agency of Natural Resources’ Enforcement & Litigation Section has an opening for an Environmental Litigation Attorney. The position will focus on representing the Agency in litigation before the Superior Court, Environmental Division in administrative enforcement actions, appeals of Agency decisions and Act 250 decisions, and in proceedings before the Public Utility Commission reviewing energy-related projects.

Compensation

This is an exempt full-time position. The salary for this position is commensurate with applicant’s background and experience in accordance with the State of Vermont Attorney Pay Plan. The State of Vermont offers competitive insurance benefits as well as workplace flexibility.

Minimum Requirements

Candidates must be a member in good standing of the Vermont bar or eligible for admission.

The Environmental Litigation Attorney must have a minimum of 5 to 8 years of relevant experience.

Candidates with environmental law experience and civil or administrative litigation preferred.

Applicants should have excellent research, writing, trial and negotiation skills and the ability to manage a diverse caseload.  

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. 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. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.