Senior Employment & Labor Law Attorney

State of Nebraska; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 51,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State retirement plan

Paid holidays

Generous leave

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance

Dental and vision

Life insurance

Training & development

Employee assistance program

Job summary

State of Nebraska is seeking an Attorney III to support the Health & Human Services agency in Lincoln, focusing on employment law and related issues. You will advise management, handle claims, and help with procurement and public records matters.

The role requires Nebraska Bar admission and 3 years of attorney experience, with preference for employment and labor relations experience and familiarity with case management software. Generous benefits accompany this public service position.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree and Nebraska Bar admission required.
• Three years of attorney experience practicing law and providing legal services.
• Experience with employment and labor relations and litigation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advise and counsel DHHS management and programs on legal matters, including employment issues.
• Represent DHHS in employment matters and related litigation.
• Draft responses to tort, contract, and miscellaneous claims; assist with discovery and public records requests.

Skills

Legal research

Communication

Analytical thinking

Case management

Education

Juris Doctor

Nebraska Bar admission

Tools

Microsoft 365

Case management software

Job description

State of Nebraska is seeking an Attorney III to support the Health & Human Services agency in Lincoln, focusing on employment law and related issues. You will advise management, handle claims, and help with procurement and public records matters.

The role requires Nebraska Bar admission and 3 years of attorney experience, with preference for employment and labor relations experience and familiarity with case management software. Generous benefits accompany this public service position.