Chief Counsel – Corrections Department

State-of-Missour; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

10 hours annual leave per month

10 hours sick leave per month

Uniforms provided

Training provided

Job summary

The Missouri Department of Corrections is seeking a General Counsel in Jefferson City, Missouri. This pivotal role oversees legal matters within the department and advises executive members on various legal obligations impacting operations. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance through effective legal strategies and manage the legal team.

Candidates must be a member in good standing of the Missouri Bar. This position offers unique workplace benefits and substantial annual leave.

Qualifications

• Member in good standing of the Missouri Bar.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to apply knowledge in a professional manner.
• Litigation experience preferred.
• Management and supervisory experience required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee legal matters of the department.
• Advise executive members on legal obligations.
• Craft and prepare legal strategies for litigation.
• Review contracts and interagency agreements.
• Draft and review legislative proposals and fiscal notes.
• Supervise legal team and procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Litigation experience

Management experience

Supervisory experience

Education

Member of the Missouri Bar

Job description

The Missouri Department of Corrections is seeking a General Counsel in Jefferson City, Missouri. This pivotal role oversees legal matters within the department and advises executive members on various legal obligations impacting operations. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance through effective legal strategies and manage the legal team.

Candidates must be a member in good standing of the Missouri Bar. This position offers unique workplace benefits and substantial annual leave.