Executive Counsel & Compliance Lead

State of Connecticut - Department of Administrative Services

Hartford (CT)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 110,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

The State of Connecticut, Department of Administrative Services, is seeking a Counsel and Compliance Officer (Executive Assistant 1) in Hartford, CT. The role oversees agency-wide compliance, risk assessments, and administrative hearings, and advises the Commissioner and executive staff on statutory adherence.

Responsibilities include drafting legal documents, coordinating with CHRO and FOIC, and supervising staff.

Qualifications

Admitted to the Connecticut bar.
Experience ensuring compliance with statutes, regulations, manuals, policies and procedures.
Experience advising executive leadership.
Experience with CHRO, FOI, and litigation.
Experience collaborating with stakeholders statewide.
Ability to articulate goals and engage with diverse constituents.
Ability to draft legal documents, investigations, policies and procedures.
Experience conducting administrative hearings.

Responsibilities

Conducting risk assessments.
Providing recommendations on risk management.
Representing the agency at administrative hearings, including CHRO and FOIC.
Conducting administrative hearings in accordance with the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act (UAPA).
Negotiating and drafting legal documents, such as investigatory reports, contracts, MOUs, MOAs, and policies and procedures.
Supervising assigned staff.
Performing other related duties as required.