Contracts Attorney – Public Sector (Hybrid)

State of Connecticut; Hartford (CT); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Connecticut, Department of Social Services seeks a Staff Attorney 2 to provide legal counsel within the Office of Legal Counsel, Regulations and Administrative Hearings, in Hartford. The role focuses on contracts, agreements, licenses, and funding arrangements to support DSS operations and initiatives.

The successful candidate will conduct sophisticated legal research, interpret statutes and regulations, collaborate with the Agreements Unit and the Attorney General's Office, and manage

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in the practice of law.
• Strong research, interpretive, and analytical abilities.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Considerable interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs advanced and complex legal work for the agency.
• Researches, interprets, analyzes and applies complex laws and regulations.
• Acts as hearing officer or represents the agency in formal proceedings.
• Drafts settlement agreements and advisory opinions with precision.
• Assists in preparation and presentation of trials and appeals.

Job description

State of Connecticut, Department of Social Services seeks a Staff Attorney 2 to provide legal counsel within the Office of Legal Counsel, Regulations and Administrative Hearings, in Hartford. The role focuses on contracts, agreements, licenses, and funding arrangements to support DSS operations and initiatives.

The successful candidate will conduct sophisticated legal research, interpret statutes and regulations, collaborate with the Agreements Unit and the Attorney General's Office, and manage