Assistant Attorney General Human Services Division

Open Until Filled

If the pressures of private practice are weighing on you, or you are a new attorney seeking early case responsibility, we understand. Many legal professionals look for a change of pace that still offers meaningful work and a healthy work-life balance. Discover a new path with us where your skills and well‑being are both valued.

The Wyoming Attorney General's Office has an immediate opening for a motivated and creative attorney to handle the challenging legal work for the Wyoming Department of Health. This is an opportunity to be on the front lines, advising the Division of Healthcare Financing (Medicaid) through intellectually challenging and engaging work that directly serves the State of Wyoming. The role offers a unique opportunity to:

• Become a specialist: Develop expertise in the highly specialized area of Medicaid estate recovery, becoming a key authority within the Wyoming Department of Health.
• Grow your litigation skills: Handle a diverse caseload, from drafting pleadings and managing discovery to representing the Department in administrative tribunals, building a robust litigation portfolio.
• Expand your advisory skillset: Work closely with the HIPAA compliance officer and other senior‑level clients, honing your ability to provide clear, strategic legal counsel on complex issues.
• Collaborate and learn: Work in a supportive team structure, collaborating with senior leadership while independently managing your assignments.

The Attorney General’s Office provides attorneys an opportunity to receive mentorship, develop expertise, and excel in a dynamic and collegial work environment while maintaining a healthy work‑life balance. Our office also offers monthly in‑house training opportunities that qualify for continuing legal education credit.

The State of Wyoming’s total compensation package is excellent and includes:

• Paid annual and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Retirement with employer contributions
• Deferred Compensation Plan with employer contributions
• Health insurance with an employer contribution toward premiums
• Insurance options for health, dental, life, vision, ambulance, and short and long‑term disability
• Longevity pay

Human Resource Contact:
Stacy Berres /  / stacy.berres

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function performed at the job level.

• Translate complex legal and factual issues into clear, precise, and compelling written and oral presentations.
• Conduct and synthesize legal research to deliver timely and precise day‑to‑day legal advice.
• Educate and guide agency clients on the application of relevant statutes and administrative processes.
• Undertake additional duties as required to support the legal and operational function of the agency.

PREFERENCES / AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

To the extent that you are already familiar with health law and civil litigation, administrative law, and some of the unique challenges that arise when representing a government agency, we want you to apply. To the extent that you are not familiar with these areas of law, but you have an interest, we still want you to apply. We will work with you to ensure that you have the knowledge you need to succeed.

All applicants must provide the following as part of the application process:

• Cover letter explaining your interest in the position
• Professional resume – include references
• Recent writing sample
• Law school transcript

Please review your application for completeness and accuracy. Only accurate and complete applications will be reviewed.

KNOWLEDGE

REQUIRED:

• Ability to exercise independent judgement.
• Knowledge of trial and appellate practice.
• Knowledge of administrative law and civil procedure.

However, anyone interested in this position is encouraged to apply. The successful applicant will be provided with training and mentorship to ensure that you have the resources and knowledge you need to succeed.

Education:

Juris Doctorate

• FLSA:
  Exempt
• Salary is commensurate with relevant legal experience.
• Ability and willingness to travel.
• Successful applicants are required to pass a background investigation.
• This position is At‑Will and is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the Attorney General (W.S. 9‑1‑608).

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.