State of Iowa - Executive Branch · 1 day ago
Legal Counsel
Des Moines, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expThe Iowa Finance Authority (IFA) is seeking a dedicated Legal Counsel to join their Legal & Policy Team. In this role, you’ll help ensure that IFA’s programs are administered in full compliance with all applicable laws, rules, and regulations, supporting their mission to provide affordable housing and drive economic growth across Iowa.
AssociationConsultingNon Profit
Responsibilities
Provide legal counsel to assigned programs, reviewing documents and researching laws, regulations, and cases
Respond to records requests, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with state and federal law
Draft, review, revise, and negotiate agency contracts and interagency agreements, collaborating with staff and external partners
Draft and review administrative rules for assignment programs, working closely with the program team and the legal team for proper implementation
Assist with administrative proceedings, investigations, and litigation, including coordination with the Attorney General’s office
Support staff in following proper procedures for foreclosure, title transfers, and other program-related actions
Prepare legal correspondence, reports, opinions, and legislative briefs
Qualification
Required
Possession of a law degree from an accredited institution
Graduation from an accredited school of law, and experience equal to two years of full-time work in the practice of law; not including experience as a law clerk
Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes eighteen months of full-time work with the employing agency in the practice of law; not including experience as a law clerk
Provide legal counsel to assigned programs, reviewing documents and researching laws, regulations, and cases
Respond to records requests, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with state and federal law
Draft, review, revise, and negotiate agency contracts and interagency agreements, collaborating with staff and external partners
Draft and review administrative rules for assignment programs, working closely with the program team and the legal team for proper implementation
Assist with administrative proceedings, investigations, and litigation, including coordination with the Attorney General's office
Support staff in following proper procedures for foreclosure, title transfers, and other program-related actions
Prepare legal correspondence, reports, opinions, and legislative briefs
Preferred
A background in public sector, housing, or regulatory law
Proven ability to analyze legal issues, draft clear legal documents, and communicate effectively
Benefits
Paid Time Off: Enjoy vacation with accruals that rollover on a yearly basis, sick leave with no limits on accrual and 9 paid holidays per year.
Great Benefits: Excellent Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance options.
Retirement Plan: IPERS Retirement package and an option for a deferred compensation plan.
Flexibility: Flexible Spending Accounts (medical and dependent care).
Life Insurance: Free Life Insurance.
Support: Employee Assistance Programs and Employee Discount Programs.
Company
State of Iowa - Executive Branch
If you’re looking for a work life of accomplishment, reward, and opportunity, you’ll discover Iowa State Government is just the place where there’s a rich and diverse population; where community, culture and differences matter; where exceptional work ethic, values and peace of mind all come together! The more you know about the State of Iowa, the more you’ll know it’s the right fit for you! There are 16 agencies in state government providing services to Iowans requiring specialized talent in agriculture, corrections, economic development, education, human services, natural resources, public health, public safety, revenue, transportation, veterans’ services and more.
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