Job Description

State of Utah Department of Commerce is hiring a Staff Attorney for The Office of the Property Rights Ombudsman. If you are licensed in good standing with the Utah Bar, experienced in property law, land use law, eminent domain, or mediation, and seek an excellent work-life balance, we invite you to apply. 
 
PRINCIPAL DUTIES
In this position you will assist members of the public and government officials in understanding and complying with property rights laws. Your duties include, but are not limited to the following:

·         Advising citizens and government officials on property rights and land use related matters in person and over the telephone.

·         Researching and drafting Advisory Opinions.

·         Conducting mediations, arbitrations, and other forms of dispute resolution.

·         Preparing and conducting presentations and trainings on property rights related matters.

·         Drafting informal opinions, arbitration decisions, research memos, pamphlets/brochures/information guides, web page content, etc., to assist the public in understanding and protecting property rights.

·         Maintaining strict neutrality and the appearance of neutrality in all actions. 

·         Continuously developing and maintaining expertise in takings, eminent domain, and land use law.

https://www.governmentjobs.com/jobs/2630831-0/staff-attorney

Judi A. Pickell

Executive Manager

American Planning Association

Utah Chapter

PO Box 1264

American Fork, UT 84003

phone – 801.450.2659