Lead Counsel, Energy Siting & Policy

Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 100,839 - 155,529; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive employee benefits

Opportunities for professional development

Job summary

A state regulatory authority in Boston is looking for an Assistant General Counsel to lead legal and procedural matters affecting the Siting Division. This role involves supervising legal staff, providing legal advice to the Siting Board, and reviewing energy facility applications. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in utility or energy law and hold a law degree. The position offers a yearly salary ranging from approximately $100,839 to $155,529. Hybrid work is supported, and applicants must be members of the Massachusetts Bar.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six years of professional experience in administrative law.
• Two years in a supervisory capacity.
• Experience managing legal and technical teams.

Responsibilities

• Supervise attorneys within the Siting Division.
• Review applications to site clean-energy infrastructure facilities.
• Provide legal support and guidance to Division staff and stakeholders.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical skills

Project management

Problem solving

Effective communication

Supervision

Education

Law degree from an accredited law school

Member of the Massachusetts Bar

Job description

A state regulatory authority in Boston is looking for an Assistant General Counsel to lead legal and procedural matters affecting the Siting Division. This role involves supervising legal staff, providing legal advice to the Siting Board, and reviewing energy facility applications. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in utility or energy law and hold a law degree. The position offers a yearly salary ranging from approximately $100,839 to $155,529. Hybrid work is supported, and applicants must be members of the Massachusetts Bar.