Deputy Attorney General, Office of the Attorney General, Idaho Department of Water Resources

State of Idaho Opportunity

Deputy Attorney General, Office of the Attorney General, Energy and Natural Resources Division, Idaho Department of Water Resources

Date Posted: December 16, 2025

Closing Date: Open until filled.

Start Date: To be determined upon hire.

Salary: Salary Depends on Experience (DOE), starting at $90,000

Location: Boise, Idaho. As Idaho’s capital, Boise is a growing city of approximately 226,570 and offers a rich variety of both cultural and recreational opportunities. Idaho’s world-famous fly-fishing, skiing, kayaking and hiking are all within easy access.

Primary Duties: The Office of the Attorney General, Energy & Natural Resources Division is seeking a Deputy Attorney General (DAG) to provide legal counsel to the Idaho Department of Water Resources (IDWR) and Idaho Water Resources Board (Board).

The DAG will work closely with IDWR and Board staff to provide legal advice and representation in areas including water law, administrative law, statutory interpretation, rulemaking, contracts and regulatory enforcement. The position may involve appearances in district court and the Idaho Supreme Court.

This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of water policy and management in Idaho. You’ll be part of a team addressing complex, real-world legal and policy challenges that have a direct impact on the state and its citizens.

Essential Functions:

• Appears before administrative bodies, state and federal district courts and courts of appeals, including the Idaho Supreme Court.
• Engages with third parties and their counsel, both in-person and virtually.
• Drafts clear and accurate analysis of complex facts based upon thorough legal research.
• Utilizes personal computer technology, sometimes for prolonged periods of time, to perform research and draft memoranda to address client needs.
• Receives and responds timely to client and supervising attorney requests.
• Performs other tasks and duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Admission to the Idaho State Bar and a member in good standing. or eligible for reciprocity.
• At least two years of relevant legal and technical work experience or coursework.
• Exceptional public speaking, computer, writing, editing, telephone, and client management skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately.
• Strong computer skills and effective use of Microsoft Office, including Microsoft Word and Excel.

Applications:
NOTE: You do not need to complete the standard "apply now" process for this position.

Please submit your resume, cover letter, and writing sample to denise.stringer@ag.idaho.gov to be considered for this position.

The Idaho Office of the Attorney General is an equal opportunity employer. This position is exempt from state classified service, and the rules of the Division of Human Resources and the Idaho Personnel Commission. This is an at-will position.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact Human Resources at (208) 334-4523 or email denise.stringer@ag.idaho.gov.

Benefits: State employee benefits which include low-cost health and dental insurance, paid vacation and sick leave, 11 paid holidays, multiple retirement savings plans, flexible spending accounts, paid parental leave, and one of the nation’s best state retirement systems (PERSI). The Office is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).