Job Listings for South Dakota Bar Members

January, 2012

AV-rated Rapid City firm is seeking an attorney with at least five years of trial experience. All inquiries will be kept confidential. Please send letter of interest and resume to: Banks, Johnson, Kappelman & Becker PLLC, PO Box 9007, Rapid City, SD 57709-9007

NE South Dakota.
The corporate counsel will lead the company's strategic and tactical legal initiatives; provide Leadership Team with effective advice on organizational strategies and implementation and manages the legal function; is directly involved in complex business transactions and negotiating critical contracts; and provides overall leadership for regulatory compliance.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
• Participates in the definition and development of the Company's legal policies and provides continuing counsel and guidance on legal matters and on legal implications of all matters.
• Serves as lawyer/legal advisor on all major business transactions, including acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, unifications, merger agreements land deeds, title transfers and operating agreements.
• Judges the merits of major court cases filed against and on behalf of the company, works with the appropriate executive(s) to define a strategic defense and approve settlements of disputes where warranted.
• Assumes ultimate responsibility for ensuring that the company conducts its business in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Advises on legal aspects of the organization's financing, including but not limited to assessing and advising on current and future business structures and legal entities.
• Prepares final legal papers and correspondence of legal nature such as summonses, complaints, motions, and subpoenas from draft or dictated text.
• Ensures proper indexing and filing of original legal documents.
QUALIFICATIONS
Law degree and member of the bar required. Admitted to practice in the State of South Dakota. Minimum of six years' experience with a law firm. Broad, overview experience in intellectual property law including patent law, licensing of IP rights, and IP due diligence. Exposure to and/or familiarity with the following areas of law: securities, antitrust, computer law and privacy. Experience dealing with the SEC, OSHA, EPA and other regulatory agencies. Experience working on matters of corporate governance and with a board of directors is required. Able to communicate effectively with a variety of contacts, including outside attorneys, senior management, and business associates. Ability to write business legal reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively present information to senior management. Ability to respond to inquiries from regulatory agencies, customers and agricultural business community. Experience in contract law and employment law. Experience resolving conflict between groups with opposing perspectives, agendas, or priorities. Self-assured and confident in a variety of settings with a strong belief in own capabilities. Handle long-term and/or complex legal projects with significant financial or other business impact. Expert at bringing and pursuing lawsuits, including drafting/arguing pre-trial motions, handling depositions, participating in trial with and without jury, and appealing cases. Strong business and financial acumen as well as superior analytical and writing skills. Must be able to travel in and out of state periodically.
Apply online at: https://performancemanager4.successfactors.com/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=3283&company=BDS&username=

DEPUTY STATE'S ATTORNEY – CODINGTON COUNTY
The Codington County State's Attorney's Office is currently seeking a full-time Deputy State's Attorney. Applicants must have a Juris Doctorate degree and be admitted to practice law in the State of South Dakota. Prior prosecution experience is preferred, but not required.
Responsibilities include the prosecution of adult felony and misdemeanor crimes, abuse and neglect cases, and other duties as assigned by the State's Attorney.
Submit a letter of interest, resume, and list of references to Dawn Elshere, Codington County State's Attorney's Office, 14 1st Ave SE, Watertown, SD 57201
Applications may be submitted via e-mail at dawn.elshere@codington.org. Applications will be kept confidential.
Application deadline is February 15, 2012. Codington County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

First-year Associate Attorney
Nooney Solay & Van Norman, LLP, a Rapid City firm is seeking a first year associate to join its practice for Fall 2012. Nooney Solay & Van Norman has a comprehensive business, civil, and criminal practice. Applicants must have a strong work ethic and good oral and writing skills. Applicants should send a cover letter, resume, law school transcript and a 5-10 page writing sample to: Nooney Solay & Van Norman, Attn: Aaron T. Galloway, P.O. Box 8030, Rapid City, South Dakota, 57709.

Experienced Attorney Position
Nooney Solay & Van Norman, LLP, a Rapid City firm is seeking an attorney to join its practice. Nooney Solay & Van Norman has a comprehensive business, civil, and criminal practice. The successful candidate will have 5 to 15 years practice experience, be admitted to practice in South Dakota, and have strong credentials and work ethic. Submit a cover letter and resume to: Nooney Solay & Van Norman, Attn: Robert Van Norman, P.O. Box 8030, Rapid City, South Dakota, 57709. All applications will be kept confidential.

Job Title: Deputy State's Attorney
Department: Pennington County State's Attorney's Office (Juvenile Division)
Hours: Full-time salaried position; hours dictated by schedule
Grade: 23 Wage: $4,605 per month
Closing Date: November 20, 2011
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Successful applicant will represent Pennington County in Juvenile Delinquency and Abuse and Neglect proceedings. Position inquires strong oral and written communication skills, the ability to work with minimum direction as well as the ability to work as part of a team, and the ability to organize and prioritize. Duties shall include working with law enforcement, Department of Social Services, and Court Services, as well as members of the community in the preparation of Juvenile and Abuse and Neglect cases, legal research and writing, motion preparation, and litigating cases in court. Successful applicant must be willing to continue education to further enhance litigation skills.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT:
Education: Juris Doctorate degree and admitted to practice law in the State of South Dakota or registered for the next available South Dakota Bar exam.
Experience: No experience required. Juvenile court experience preferred but not required.
Interested applicants may apply online at www.co.pennington.sd.us/hr/hr.html or submit a cover letter and resume to Glenn A. Brenner, Pennington County State's Attorney, 300 Kansas City Street, Suite 400, Rapid City, SD 57701.

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Director of Legal and Regulatory Services

Pierre, SD Requisition Number: E13-1003
Agency: Department of Public Safety Salary: $60,000 - $67,000 annually
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
The Legal and Regulatory Division will oversee regulatory and compliance functions of the Driver Licensing and Inspection programs in the Department. It will support the Department's interaction with the South Dakota legislature. This position will provide legal support and guidance to all agencies in the Department.
Duties include:
administrative functions including budgeting, staffing, prioritizing work, and implementing and enforcing standards, policies, and procedures; providing oversight and direction to the driver licensing and inspection program; providing legal support to all agencies within the Department of Public Safety; working with Administration to draft and approve contracts and joint powers agreements; providing legal opinions and advice to department staff; drafting legislation and administrative rules; ensuring the department is in compliance with federal and state statutes and administrative rules; providing leadership, direction, and vision within DPS for new department initiatives, programs, and special projects; maintaining effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure coordination, understanding, and support of program goals, objectives and requirements are met; other duties as assigned by the Department Secretary.
This position is salaried and exempt from the Career Service Act.
Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a thorough background investigation.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Graduation from an accredited school of law and member of the South Dakota State Bar is required. The successful applicant will have excellent communication skills, and supervisory and management experience.
Knowledge of: state administrative practices and procedures; legal research techniques, including use of technology; state and federal statutes; legislative activities and procedures; basic computer operations and applications; criminal and civil practices and procedures; evidence and constitutional law, and the current national and state trends.
Ability to: deal tactfully with others; communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing; prepare clear and concise documentation, reports, and correspondence; communicate expectations and standards to subordinates and evaluate work performed; establish and maintain effective working relationships with local, state and federal associates, legislators, and the public; demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to interpret problems and implement solutions that may change operational procedures of DPS.
To Apply: Submit a letter of interest and resume or state employment application (available at a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Employment Services Office and on the Internet at http://bop.sd.gov/workforus/) to:
Susan Isaacson, Human Resource Manager
Bureau of Personnel
500 East Capitol Ave
Pierre, SD 57501
Susan.Barta@state.sd.us "EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER"

The Public Defender's Office has an opening for the position of Assistant Public Defender opening January 9, 2010.

SALARY RANGE:
Approximately $4697.00 per month, or potentially higher, depending on experience.

CLOSING DATE:
Applications received by December 16, 2011 will be considered.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:   
The defense of indigent clients in Magistrate and Circuit Court criminal cases, appeals, and
certain civil matters.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: 
Works under broad supervision of the Public Defender.

EDUCATION:
Graduation from a college of law and attainment of JD or LLB.

EXPERIENCE:         
None required.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
Admission to practice law in South Dakota, or willingness to take the next available South Dakota bar exam.

CONTACT:  
Applicants should send a letter of interest and resume to:

Paula Pederson, Director
Pennington County Public Defender's Office
315 St. Joseph Street 
Rapid City, SD  57701
(605) 394-2181

All applicants will be required to complete a Pennington County Employment Application form.  This form will be sent to you upon receipt of your letter of interest, resume and references.

JOB TITLE:                                        Assistant Public Defender
DEPARTMENT:                               Public Defender
IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:            Director of Pennington County Public Defender's Office

DESCRIPTION:          Represents indigent clients at all stages of criminal court.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:           Education:                              Professional degree (Juris Doctor)
Experience:                             3-12 months
License and/or Certificate:    South Dakota Bar Membership

POSITION FUNCTIONS AND (*) RESPONSIBILITIES                             FREQUENCY
(E) denotes essential functions

*          Represents clients at all stages of criminal court.  (E)  Daily

*          Meets with clients to discuss rights, charges, penalties, and defenses.

*          Prepares for hearing by going over police reports.

*          Represents clients’ best interests at all stages of court.

*          Prepares for trial by interviewing witnesses.

*          Researches cases.    As necessary

*          Counsel clients on appropriate options.

*          Performs any additional duties as assigned by supervisor.