State Counsel: Regulatory & Policy Advisor (Flexible Hours)

Nunez Community College; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Nunez Community College seeks an attorney to join the Office of the Secretary – Office of Legal Services in a role that supports the Department of Conservation and Energy. The attorney will provide legal services, advise leadership on statutes and regulatory compliance, and help implement policies while maintaining independence and sound judgment.

The position offers a probationary or promotional path, flexible work schedule, and compensation determined by qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice law.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the dedicated contact for legal matters related to the Department of Conservation and Energy (C&E) and LOSCO.
• Provides legal advice to C&E management and executive leadership on statutes, rules, policies, and procedures related to C&E and LOSCO.
• Advises on policy and program implementation to ensure consistency with legal authority and risk management practices.
• Conducts advanced legal research and prepares legal opinions, briefs, and memoranda on complex or precedent-setting issues.
• Represents the agency and LOSCO in administrative hearings, mediations, and judicial proceedings.
• Coordinates with the Office of the Attorney General or outside counsel as appropriate.
• Prepares and reviews pleadings, motions, and other legal filings.
• Advises on regulatory compliance, enforcement actions, and administrative procedures.
• Participates in the development and review of agency policies and internal procedures to ensure legal sufficiency.
• Collaborates with internal divisions, external partners, and other government entities to address shared legal concerns.
• Performs additional related duties in support of the agency’s legal and operational objectives as directed by the supervisor, Executive Counsel, and/or executive leadership

Education

Louisiana license to practice law

Job description

Nunez Community College seeks an attorney to join the Office of the Secretary – Office of Legal Services in a role that supports the Department of Conservation and Energy. The attorney will provide legal services, advise leadership on statutes and regulatory compliance, and help implement policies while maintaining independence and sound judgment.

The position offers a probationary or promotional path, flexible work schedule, and compensation determined by qualifications and experience.