Telework-Eligible Public Utility Attorney (Montana)

Taleo; Helena (MT); Hybrid; USD 81,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Leave & Holidays

Retirement Plan

Telework Eligible

Job summary

Montana Consumer Counsel in Helena seeks a licensed attorney to serve as part of its regulatory activities before the Public Service Commission. The role involves legal research, drafting briefs, presenting testimony, and responding to public inquiries.

Eligible candidates must be admitted to Montana courts and able to work in the United States. Travel to hearings and meetings is expected; telework may be considered with supervisor approval.

Qualifications

• Admitted to practice law in Montana courts.
• Eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Legal research, preparation of briefs, motions, and other pleadings.
• Sponsor expert witnesses at hearings, cross-examine other witnesses and present oral arguments.
• Respond to public inquiries.
• Assist in drafting and presenting testimony before legislative committees.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with Public Service Commission staff and Commissioners.
• Moderate travel to attend hearings and conferences will be required.
• Knowledge of research methods.
• Ability to write clearly in briefs, correspondence, etc.
• Ability to communicate clearly regarding often complicated issues.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work within deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively with internal staff and the public.
• Prior practice before a public utility commission or similar administrative agency preferred.

Skills

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Legal writing

Education

Admitted to Montana courts

Job description

Montana Consumer Counsel in Helena seeks a licensed attorney to serve as part of its regulatory activities before the Public Service Commission. The role involves legal research, drafting briefs, presenting testimony, and responding to public inquiries.

Eligible candidates must be admitted to Montana courts and able to work in the United States. Travel to hearings and meetings is expected; telework may be considered with supervisor approval.