Regulatory Counsel: Enforcement, Policy & Compliance

DAF-Agriculture and Forestry

Baton Rouge (LA)

On-site

USD 63,000 - 67,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Competitive pay and benefits

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry is seeking an Attorney to join our executive/legal team in Baton Rouge. This position is responsible for preparing documents for board meetings, agency programs, and administrative adjudicatory proceedings, and for investigating complaints to ensure compliance with laws and regulations.

The role requires possession of a current Louisiana license to practice law and offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and an EAP program.

Qualifications

Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice law.

Responsibilities

Prepare documents for board meetings, programs, and administrative adjudicatory processes, including litigation, contracts, MOUs, enforcement orders, and proposed legislation.
Investigate complaints on potential legal or regulatory violations applicable to the agency and other matters under administrative, civil, or criminal review.
Assist in determining if a complaint violates laws, rules, and regulations, and if sufficient evidence supports administrative charges or legal action.
Provide recommendations on enforcement proceedings and prepare for adjudicatory hearings before departmental boards.
Draft rules and regulations through the Administrative Procedure Act.
Monitor and draft proposed legislation.
Conduct legal research on statutes, rules and regulations, court decisions, and other relevant department materials.
Prepare memos for agency officials.
Assist with public records requests as needed and ensure compliance with laws.
Perform other duties as assigned.