Attorney Supervisor

State of Wisconsin; Madison (WI); Hybrid; Full time

Job summary

The State of Wisconsin is seeking an Attorney Supervisor to oversee legal operations within the Department of Health Services. The role includes supervising attorneys, providing legal counsel, and partaking in policy formation. This is a full-time position with the possibility for remote work flexibility, excellent benefits, and a competitive salary package.

Benefits

3.5 weeks vacation

Low-cost health plans

Pension plan with employer match

Flexible spending accounts

Wellness program

Employee assistance program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Qualifications

• Must be able to practice law in Wisconsin or another state with capability to become licensed in Wisconsin within 60 days.
• Experience in legal analysis and drafting legal documents.
• Proven ability to oversee legal projects.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of attorneys and provide legal support.
• Represent the Department in administrative hearings.
• Contribute to management policy formation.

Skills

Legal research

Legal advice

Supervisory skills

Education

Jurisdiction to practice law in Wisconsin

Job description

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Introduction

The Office of Legal Counsel (OLC) within the Department of Health Services (DHS) is recruiting to fill an Attorney Supervisor position. DHS strives to protect and promote the health and safety of all people of Wisconsin through the efforts of a dedicated workforce. DHS works to ensure access to individuals, families, and communities to achieve positive health outcomes in the areas of abuse prevention, mental health, public health, family care, long-term care, and much more.

This position is headquartered at our central office at 1 W. Wilson Street in Madison. The position has the ability to work remotely up to 4 days per week but will be required to report to the Madison office at least 1 day per week. This schedule may vary based on training or operational need.

As an employee of the state of Wisconsin, you'll have access to an amazing benefits package, including:

• 3.5 weeks of vacation, 9 paid holidays and ample sick time; limitations may apply for leave time usage in the first six months.
• Top rated health plan options starting at $42/month for single plans and $104/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service.
• Exceptional pension plan with a 6.95% employer match in 2025 with lifetime retirement payment. Plus, a tax advantaged supplemental retirement savings plan which allows you to save money directly from your paycheck for retirement. Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package!
• Several flex spending accounts: medical, dependent care, commuter, parking and High Deductible Health Savings.
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program employer.
  
  

Position Summary

As an Attorney Supervisor in OLC, you will supervise a staff of attorneys; provide legal advice and counsel to the DHS Secretary’s Office, divisions and bureaus within the Department; participate in the formulation, determination and implementation of management policy; and represent the Department in administrative hearings.

Salary Information

The starting salary is between $54.00 and $59.53 per hour (approximately $112,300-$123,800 annually), plus excellent benefits. You will also receive an additional hourly add-on of $2.75 per hour for supervising attorney staff. A 12-month probationary period is required.

This position is classified as an Attorney Supervisor and is in pay schedule and range 71/01. Pay for current or former state employees will be set based on the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction. For current employees transferring or promoting into this supervisory role, the current compensation plan allows an increase up to the $59.53 per hour rate or an increase up to $6.48 per hour from the current pay rate.

Job Details

• All applicants who may be appointed will be required to allow DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled.
• To work remotely, employees must have access to both a private workspace and secure high-speed internet.
• Mileage reimbursement to the employee’s headquarter location is not provided.
• For positions that allow remote working flexibility, working outside of Wisconsin or in bordering cities will not be allowed except in extremely limited circumstances due to the need to report to an office location in Wisconsin on short notice.
• DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire.
  
  

Qualifications

Minimally qualified applicants will have all of the following:

• Licensure to practice law in the State of Wisconsin or licensed in another state with the ability to become licensed in Wisconsin within 60 days of appointment.
• Experience researching, analyzing, and interpreting laws and regulations.
• Experience conducting legal research and drafting legal documents (e.g. pleadings, briefs, legal opinions, etc.).
• Experience providing legal advice and representation on complex legal issues, including providing legal advice to senior leadership. Complex legal issues may involve intricate regulatory structures, analysis across multiple authorities (such as state law, administrative rules, federal law and/or regulations), or legal issues with significant impact across populations.
• Experience assigning and overseeing legal projects.
  
  

Well-qualified applicants will also have one or more of the following:

• Formal supervisory experience (e.g., resolving conflict, evaluating employee performance, hiring, discipline, assigning work, etc.).
• Experience in public health law or in healthcare regulatory compliance or enforcement.
• Experience in administrative hearings.
• Experience drafting legislation.
  
  

Your letter of qualifications is limited to 2 pages. For a guide on developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included in these materials, click here.

How To Apply

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Helpful Information

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• Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts according to the qualifications above.
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• Current or former permanent, classified, state employees must complete the online application process to be considered.
• If viewing through an external site, please apply directly at Wisc.Jobs.
• For technical assistance and general information, please see Frequently Asked Questions. For questions about the position, to request a copy of the full position description, or for other employment inquiries, please contact Shannon Kavorik in Human Resources at [e-mail]
  
  

DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on Veterans’ hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran’s Affairs, click here.

Deadline to Apply

The deadline to apply is June 23rd at 11:59 pm. Applicants are strongly encouraged to allow ample time to finalize their applications keeping in mind that technical assistance is only available Monday through Friday 7:45 am – 4:30 pm. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

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• Industries

  Government Administration

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