Senior Attorney — Local Government Tax

Indiana; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan options

Wellness rewards

Health savings account

Pension plan options

Paid holidays

Education reimbursement

Free Parking

LinkedIn Learning access

Job summary

State of Indiana, Department of Local Government Finance, Indianapolis, seeks an Attorney to provide legal advice on property tax and local government finance law, draft rules and memos, and support litigation before Indiana Tax Court and Board of Tax Review. Requires JD, Indiana Bar admission or eligibility within six months, and strong research/writing skills.

The role involves drafting legislation, advising on public records, managing caseloads, and possibly supervising staff.

Qualifications

• Doctorate of Jurisprudence required.
• Indiana bar admission in good standing or eligibility within six months of hire.
• Ability to research, interpret, and apply statutes, administrative rules, and case law.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Explain complex statutory requirements clearly to diverse audiences.
• Manage multiple matters against fixed deadlines.
• Use a case management system to manage docket and service of orders.

Responsibilities

• Researches, interprets, and provides legal advice on Indiana property tax and local government finance law.
• Drafts and reviews administrative rules, guidance, memoranda, and legal opinions interpreting the statutes the Department administers.
• Drafts and reviews proposed legislation and prepares legal analysis supporting the Department's legislative agenda.
• Reviews and prepares Department determinations, orders, and findings relating to local budgets, tax rates, levies, debt issuance, and referenda.
• Supports litigation and administrative appeals before the Indiana Tax Court and the Indiana Board of Tax Review.
• Advises on public records requests, open door law, contracts, and procurement matters.
• Organizes and manages caseload in the preparation of hearings and/or litigation.
• May train, manage, delegate to, and/or provide support for legal support staff.
• May be required to utilize litigation skills and experience relating to agency operations.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral & written communication

Case management

Deadline management

Education

Doctorate of Jurisprudence

Indiana Bar Admission or eligibility

Tools

Case management system

Job description

State of Indiana, Department of Local Government Finance, Indianapolis, seeks an Attorney to provide legal advice on property tax and local government finance law, draft rules and memos, and support litigation before Indiana Tax Court and Board of Tax Review. Requires JD, Indiana Bar admission or eligibility within six months, and strong research/writing skills.

The role involves drafting legislation, advising on public records, managing caseloads, and possibly supervising staff.