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Virginia Office of the Attorney General · 2 months ago

Assistant Attorney General, Consumer Privacy Unit

Richmond, VA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

The Virginia Office of the Attorney General is seeking an Assistant Attorney General for the Consumer Privacy Unit. This role involves analyzing, investigating, and prosecuting violations of consumer privacy laws, as well as collaborating with other states and federal agencies on related matters.

Law Practice

Work & Life Balance

Responsibilities

Analyze, investigate, and prosecute suspected violations of the new Consumer Data Protection Act, the Virginia Consumer Protection Act, and other state and federal consumer privacy statutes

Have secondary responsibility for analyzing, investigating, and prosecuting violations of other state and federal consumer protection laws as needed

Prepare to appear in the appropriate state or federal court in actions filed against alleged violators

Work with counterparts in other states and federal agencies

Assist in drafting official opinions and review proposed legislation

Qualification

Litigation experienceConsumer privacy lawVirginia State Bar admissionCIPP/US certificationOral communication skillsWritten communication skillsInterpersonal skills

Required

Demonstrated ability to analyze and manage complex enforcement cases

Well-developed oral and written communication skills

Ability to interact effectively with state/federal government officials, a diverse workforce, and the general public

Minimum of 3 to 5 years of litigation experience in state and federal courts, concentrating on consumer privacy or consumer protection matters

Must be admitted to the Virginia State Bar

Preferred

International Association of Privacy Professionals' Certified Information Privacy Professional/United States (CIPP/US) certification is desired and can be obtained after employment