Educator Licensure Counsel I

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Everett (MA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Job summary

The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) in Everett, MA, is seeking a Licensure Counsel I to investigate educator misconduct and handle licensure cases within the OPPI team. The role involves legal research, writing, and advocacy in administrative settings.

The ideal candidate has a JD, MA Bar admission, and experience in administrative litigation, investigations, and collaboration with various legal offices.

Qualifications

• JD degree and MA Bar admission required.
• Experience in legal research, writing, and procedures.
• Experience with educator licensure investigations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Investigate misconduct and evaluate allegations in educator licensure cases.
• Draft memoranda, show cause letters, and disciplinary recommendations.
• Represent DESE in adjudicatory hearings and coordinate with AG/DA offices.
• Manage caseload and collaborate with OPPI staff and policy units.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Interview witnesses

Subpoenas

Case management

Microsoft Word

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Massachusetts Bar admission

Tools

Legal research databases

Microsoft Word

Job description

The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) in Everett, MA, is seeking a Licensure Counsel I to investigate educator misconduct and handle licensure cases within the OPPI team. The role involves legal research, writing, and advocacy in administrative settings.

The ideal candidate has a JD, MA Bar admission, and experience in administrative litigation, investigations, and collaboration with various legal offices.