Hybrid Associate General Counsel – Public Sector

Chattahoochee Technical College; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 78,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

The Georgia Department of Community Affairs seeks an Associate General Counsel to advise on legal matters across DCA programs, ensuring regulatory compliance and accurate policy interpretation. You will draft and review contracts, respond to records requests, and support board resolutions while collaborating with a broad government team.

Candidates should have a JD from an accredited school, Georgia bar eligibility, and at least three years of legal experience.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited college or university.
• Must be licensed to practice law in Georgia or eligible for reciprocity within six months.

Responsibilities

• Handle legal issues related to DCA-administered programs.
• Provide legal advice on federal and state laws and regulations affecting agency operations.
• Review policies for regulatory compliance and respond to Georgia Open Records Requests.
• Develop and maintain internal contracts and procurement processes.
• Support Board resolution processes and liaise with the Attorney General’s office on litigation matters.
• Opportunity for leadership growth, development, and public speaking.

Skills

Analytical skills

Legal analysis

Federal/state law

GA Bar eligibility

Legal experience

Confidentiality

Team player

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Georgia Bar admission or eligibility

Job description

The Georgia Department of Community Affairs seeks an Associate General Counsel to advise on legal matters across DCA programs, ensuring regulatory compliance and accurate policy interpretation. You will draft and review contracts, respond to records requests, and support board resolutions while collaborating with a broad government team.

Candidates should have a JD from an accredited school, Georgia bar eligibility, and at least three years of legal experience.