Chief Environmental Law & Policy Director

State of Connecticut - Department of Correction; Hartford (CT); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits Overview

Professional growth

Work-life balance

Job summary

The State of Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) seeks an Office Director (Legal) to lead the Office of Legal Counsel. This role supports the Commissioner and EC Branch staff across fisheries, forestry, wildlife, parks, and related programs in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidate provides broad legal counsel on policy, contracts, and enforcement matters, with experience in state and federal proceedings, and is admitted to the Connecticut Bar.

Qualifications

• Strong written and oral communication for complex legal matters.
• Experience leading legal teams and managing cross‑functional projects.
• Ability to draft, review and implement regulations, agreements and policies.
• Experience with public sector regulatory processes and administrative procedures.
• Experience providing legal advice across fisheries, forests, wildlife and public lands.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support to the Commissioner and EC Branch leadership.
• Support litigation matters, contracts, RFIs/RFPs and procurement documents.
• Advise on legislative, regulatory and administrative matters affecting EC programs.
• Assist with real estate, land use, grants and public safety initiatives.
• Coordinate with the Attorney General and Claims Office as needed.

Skills

Legal communication

Team leadership

Regulatory oversight

Contract drafting

Litigation support

Education

CT Bar admission

Job description

The State of Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) seeks an Office Director (Legal) to lead the Office of Legal Counsel. This role supports the Commissioner and EC Branch staff across fisheries, forestry, wildlife, parks, and related programs in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidate provides broad legal counsel on policy, contracts, and enforcement matters, with experience in state and federal proceedings, and is admitted to the Connecticut Bar.