State of Missouri · 7 hours ago
Legal Counsel - 4A10074
Jefferson City, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expThe State of Missouri is committed to preserving and enhancing the environment and is seeking a full-time Legal Counsel in its Jefferson City office. This role involves providing legal advice on regulatory matters, interpreting laws, and representing the department in negotiations, focusing on environmental law.
AgricultureGovernmentInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Issue-spotting, problem-solving, and providing advice and counsel to department team members regarding relevant Program matters, including but not limited to federally delegated and regulatory programs
Interpreting and analyzing current and proposed state and federal statutes, regulations, and policies; drafting analyses and opinion memoranda for the supported program
Representing the department in negotiations with regulated entities, cooperating agencies, vendors, contract partners, and others
Coordinating compliance assistance and enforcement matters, including working with the Attorney General’s Office on matters referred to that office for litigation; and
The position will offer opportunities to practice in multiple areas of law, including environmental law
Qualification
Required
Juris doctorate degree from an accredited law school with excellent academic credentials
Prior work experience in environmental, regulatory, or administrative law
License to practice law in the State of Missouri or ability to become licensed in Missouri
Demonstrable interest in the mission of the department
Demonstrable exceptional written and oral communication skills
Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Outstanding judgment and professionalism
Preferred
A competitive candidate will have at least two years of applicable administrative law, environmental law, natural resources, or regulatory legal experience
Demonstrable skills showing initiative, independence, and the ability to apply knowledge in a professional and timely manner
Demonstrable ability to quickly develop and maintain rapport with clients
Demonstrable ability to work collaboratively with a variety of people and stakeholders
Benefits
Paid annual and sick leave
Paid holidays
Paid parental leave
Paid bar dues and professional development
Paid retirement (defined benefit)
Deferred compensation with employer match
Flexible spending accounts
Paid vacation and sick leave
Paid life insurance
Medical, dental, vision and prescription insurance
Company
State of Missouri
The State of Missouri is a group of outstanding people that accomplish extraordinary things for our folks every day.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Kevin Mccarthy
Chief Technology Officer
Jennifer Tidball
Chief Operating Officer at Missouri Department of Social Services
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