Attorney

Public Safety, Department of; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Safety, Department of in Georgia seeks an Attorney to support the Administrative License Suspension (ALS) program. The role involves preparing cases for hearings, representing the Department statewide, and collaborating with troopers and officers on DUI matters.

Requires a Juris Doctorate and Georgia licensure or eligibility for the Georgia Bar within one year. The attorney will travel across the state and report to the Senior Legal Manager, contributing to a robust public-safety mission.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate and license to practice law in Georgia or eligibility to sit for Georgia Bar within 1 year.
• Strong written communication and analytical skills.
• Experience in legal research, memoranda, and case law analysis.
• Ability to teach classes to non-lawyers and present to groups.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and file cases for Administrative License Suspension (ALS) hearings.
• Represent the Department in ALS hearings statewide before OSAS and in-person or remote sessions.
• Prepare motions in Administrative Court on behalf of troopers and officers.
• Respond to emails and coordinate DUI/ALS case issues with stakeholders.
• Develop and present DUI/ALS-focused PowerPoint materials and training.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal communication

Excellent writing skills

Excellent computer skills

Legal analysis and research

Public speaking/teaching

Ability to plan and prioritize

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Title: Attorney Job Requisition ID: JR0000001377 Number of Openings: 1 Shift: Day (United States of America) Compensation Details: UP TO $100,000

Job Description: Job Vacancy Announcement: Attorney Location: Georgia Department of Public Safety Headquarters – Atlanta (Fulton County) Job Code – LEP023 Salary range: Up to $100,000 Note: The selected candidate will be hired at the level (Attorney 1, 2, 3, or 4) that best matches their education and experience, and the salary will be commensurate with experience. The Georgia Department of Public Safety (DPS or Department) oversees the day-to-day operations of the Georgia State Patrol, Capitol Police, and the Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division (CVE). We currently have a challenging and rewarding opportunity for an Attorney, to support the Administrative License Suspension (ALS) program. This position reports to the agency’s Senior Legal Manager This position is perfect for candidates who seek a challenging and rewarding opportunity without sacrificing work-life balance. This position offers an opportunity to work on a wide variety of issues that impact public safety. The position requires statewide travel and is not a remote position.

Key responsibilities:

• Prepares cases for Administrative License Suspension (ALS) Hearings in which the Department is seeking to suspend the license of a driver arrested for Driving Under the Influence (DUI).
• Represents the Department in ALS Hearings statewide before the Office of State Administrative Hearings (OSAH) including in-person hearings, video hearings, and phone hearings.
• ALS Hearings are held statewide so travel is required for the in-person hearings.
• Prepares and files motions in the Administrative Court on behalf of troopers and officers of the department.
• Responds to emails regarding ALS cases and DUI issues.
• Prepares PowerPoint presentations on DUI case law and ALS proceedings.
• Teaches classes at trooper school on DUI case law, ALS issues, and assists with mock trial.
• Serves as a speaker on DUI and ALS issues at seminars.
• Serves as a legal resource for the department on DUI and ALS matters.
• Researches and analyzes statutory and case law affecting the Department.
• Identifies and resolves, or assists in the resolution of, legal problems.
• Maintains knowledge of trends and changes in laws and court decisions related to the mission of the Department.
• Assists with a monthly legal update of cases impacting the Department’s mission and prepares a monthly ALS Reminder for the Department’s legal update.
• Serves as legal resource for questions of internal and external customers concerning issues of public safety and the operations of the Department.

Required Personal Characteristics:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent writing skills
• Excellent computer skills
• Excellent legal skills (analysis, research, and problem solving)
• High level of self-motivation
• Excellent time-management skills
• Ability to teach classes to non-lawyers.
• Ability to effectively plan and prioritize multiple projects to meet established deadlines.
• Ability to effectively interact with and provide support and guidance to agency leaders.
• High integrity and honesty
• Strong commitment to providing superior customer service to both internal and external customers.
• Ability to exercise considerable judgment and discretion.
• Positive attitude and a high-level of personal commitment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Member in good standing of the State Bar of Georgia
• Government experience – preference to those with government legal experience
• Familiarity with state government structure and operations
• One year of experience in one or more areas: criminal prosecutions including prosecuting DUI cases, administrative hearings, representation of government agency
• Selected applicant must pass a pre-employment background investigation. This includes a review of criminal, drivers, and credit history.
• No polygraph examination is required for this position.
• This is an unclassified position unless filled by a classified employee.
• Only applicants chosen for interview will be contacted.

For more information about this job contact: Human Resources Division 404-624-7553 or [e-mail]

Minimum Qualifications:

Juris Doctorate in a related area from an accredited college or university and license to practice law in the State of Georgia or eligibility to sit for the next Georgia Bar examination followed by Georgia Bar exam passage and licensure to practice law in the State of Georgia within one (1) year of hiring or reciprocity and three (3) years of relevant legal experience; or three (3) years of experience required at the lower-level Attorney 3 (LEP022).

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.