The North Dakota Legislative Council announced on Mar. 9 a job opening for a full-time staff attorney position based in Bismarck, with applications accepted until March 25. The role offers a starting salary of $85,000 per year or more, depending on qualifications and experience.
The position is significant as it supports the legislative branch by providing legal expertise and counsel to the Legislative Management, its committees, and individual legislators. The staff attorney will work under the direction of the Legal Division Director and will be responsible for drafting and reviewing proposed legislation, conducting legal research, preparing reports, and making oral presentations to legislative committees.
Applicants must hold a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school and be admitted to practice law in North Dakota or have the ability to seek admission. The role requires strong written and verbal communication skills, proficiency in English, and the ability to remain objective and nonpartisan regarding all legislative matters. Experience with North Dakota legislative drafting and procedure is considered desirable.
The job is onsite only with no remote option available. Applicants are required to submit a cover letter, resume, references, and detailed employment history through the State Government Job Openings Website. Candidates must also be legally authorized to work in the United States.
For further information about the position or application procedures, interested individuals can contact Lori Ziegler at the North Dakota Legislative Council or reach out via email at lziegler@ndlegis.gov. Technical assistance with applications is available through recruiter@nd.gov or by phone at (701)328-3290.
The state of North Dakota emphasizes equal employment opportunity by prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age, or disability in accordance with state law.
