Attorney 1, 2, 3, or 4 (Legal Services)

Nunez Community College; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Nunez Community College seeks an attorney to join the Office of the Secretary – Office of Legal Services in a role that supports the Department of Conservation and Energy. The attorney will provide legal services, advise leadership on statutes and regulatory compliance, and help implement policies while maintaining independence and sound judgment.

The position offers a probationary or promotional path, flexible work schedule, and compensation determined by qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice law.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the dedicated contact for legal matters related to the Department of Conservation and Energy (C&E) and LOSCO.
• Provides legal advice to C&E management and executive leadership on statutes, rules, policies, and procedures related to C&E and LOSCO.
• Advises on policy and program implementation to ensure consistency with legal authority and risk management practices.
• Conducts advanced legal research and prepares legal opinions, briefs, and memoranda on complex or precedent-setting issues.
• Represents the agency and LOSCO in administrative hearings, mediations, and judicial proceedings.
• Coordinates with the Office of the Attorney General or outside counsel as appropriate.
• Prepares and reviews pleadings, motions, and other legal filings.
• Advises on regulatory compliance, enforcement actions, and administrative procedures.
• Participates in the development and review of agency policies and internal procedures to ensure legal sufficiency.
• Collaborates with internal divisions, external partners, and other government entities to address shared legal concerns.
• Performs additional related duties in support of the agency’s legal and operational objectives as directed by the supervisor, Executive Counsel, and/or executive leadership

Education

Louisiana license to practice law

Job description

Office of the Secretary – Office of Legal Services

The Office of the Secretary serves as the department's executive management office. The Secretary is the chief officer of the Department of Conservation and Energy (DCE), in charge of its policy, administration, and operations. The Office of the Secretary is comprised of the Office of Management and Finance, Internal Auditor, Legal, Public Information Office, Technology Assessment, and the State Energy Office.

The Legal Division provides various legal services to all areas within DCE. They review contracts and other documents that could have liability implications for DCE or the state. Additionally, the Legal Division coordinates public records requests for the Department.

The incumbent independently manages a diverse legal portfolio, advises leadership on statutory and regulatory compliance, and assists in developing and implementing policies and procedures that support the agency’s mission. Work is performed with substantial independence and requires strong judgment, analytical ability, and understanding of applicable state and federal laws.

Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice law.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties:

• Serves as the dedicated contact for the Department of Conservation and Energy (C&E) on legal matters related to C&E and LOSCO
• Provides legal advice to (C&E) management and executive leadership on statutes, rules, policies, and procedures related to C&E and LOSCO.
• Advises on policy and program implementation to ensure consistency with legal authority and risk management practices.
• Conducts advanced legal research and prepares legal opinions, briefs, and memoranda on complex or precedent-setting issues.
• Represents the agency and LOSCO in administrative hearings, mediations, and judicial proceedings.
• Coordinates with the Office of the Attorney General or outside counsel as appropriate.
• Prepares and reviews pleadings, motions, and other legal filings.
• Advises on regulatory compliance, enforcement actions, and administrative procedures.
• Participates in the development and review of agency policies and internal procedures to ensure legal sufficiency.
• Collaborates with internal divisions, external partners, and other government entities to address shared legal concerns.
• Performs additional related duties in support of the agency’s legal and operational objectives as directed by the supervisor, Executive Counsel, and/or executive leadership

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational or Promotional

This vacancy is being announced as a classified position and is open to all qualified applicants.

This position requires the selected applicant to serve a minimum probationary period of twelve (12) months. A current, permanent status state employee may be required to accept a probational appointment in lieu of promotion. Additional Vacancies may be filled from this announcement within 90 days of the closing date.

Career Progression: This position may be filled as an Attorney 1, 2, 3, or 4.

Work Schedule: Work hours are flexible.

Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.