New Job Assistant To The Civil Division Chief In Rhode Island

Duties and Responsibilities: Reporting directly to the Chief of the Civil Division, the Assistant will assist the Chief in managing the work of the Division and creating systems and projects to advance medium and long-range goals in both Public Protection and Government Litigation. The ideal candidate will have the ability to exercise good judgment, have excellent listening skills and identify creative solutions in a variety of situations and will possess strong written and verbal communication and organizational skills. The Assistant must be able to work under pressure at times and handle confidential matters with discretion.

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  With the Chief, plan and develop projects and systems based on an understanding of the mission and the goals of the organization and the team
• Support the Chief in day-to-day management, strategic communications, organizational strategy, and assessment
• Set deadlines, monitor system and project success
• Facilitate communication between the Chief and management and staff in the Civil Division
• Prepare for and organize meetings and provide follow-up
• Provide calendar management; prioritize inquiries and requests, troubleshoot conflicts, make judgments and recommendations to ensure smooth day-to-day functions towards identified goals
• Gather and analyze information and develop tech systems to support on-going projects;
• Hold Chief accountable to deadlines and goals
• Maintain quality filing and communications systems including document management and archiving

Qualifications:

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  Related work experience supporting a manager or projects
• Familiarity with governmental, non-profit or corporate institutions and administration
• Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to listen and to collaborate
• Must take initiative, multi-task, be a team-player, be flexible, adapt to shifting priorities, and prioritize work
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and analytical skills
• Excellent organizational skills, commitment to accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to access a wide range of sources and networks for information
• Good judgment and ability to function independently
• High energy, enthusiasm and authentic dedication to public service
• Good working knowledge of all Microsoft Office applications

RHODE ISLAND OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL
ASSISTANT TO THE CIVIL DIVISION CHIEF
CIVIL DIVISION
PAY GRADE 8719 ($49,928 – $56,151)
OR COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE
July 6, 2023 – July 27, 2023

About the Office of the Attorney General: The Attorney General is the state’s top lawyer and law enforcement official, protecting and serving the people and interests of Rhode Island through a broad range of duties. Every day, the Office’s attorneys fight to ensure the public safety of the state’s communities, improve the economic security of its citizens, safeguard the state’s spectacular natural resources, and restore the public’s trust in government. Assistant and Special Assistant Attorneys General represent the people of Rhode Island in civil and criminal matters before trial courts, appellate courts, and the supreme courts of Rhode Island and the United States. The Office is unique among attorneys general offices across the country. Out of fifty states, only two other offices share the same broad criminal mission. The Office’s attorneys prosecute complex and violent crimes but also functionally serve as one of the nation’s largest district attorney’s offices, prosecuting all felonies throughout the state.

If applying for position by submitting cover letter and resume via mail or email, no need to apply through online system.

How to Apply: Applicants should email or mail (1) a cover letter summarizing why you are interested and describing the skills and abilities you possess that will enable you to succeed in this position, (2) resume, and (3) list of three references to:

Aida Crosson
Director of Administration
Office of the Attorney General
150 South Main Street, Providence, RI 02903
[email protected]

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Attorney General’s Office is stronger, more credible, and more capable when its employees bring diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives to their work. The Office encourages all qualified applicants from all ethnic and racial backgrounds, veterans, LGBTQ individuals, and persons with disabilities to apply.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, or covered veteran status.

Other Information: Finalists will be subject to a background investigation including reference checks. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the background investigation.