State of Louisiana · 6 days ago
Attorney 1-4
The State of Louisiana's Office of State Parks is seeking an Attorney to manage legal documents and provide legal counsel for the agency. The role includes responsibilities such as contract drafting, legal compliance, and representation in litigation.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Focuses in real-estate law, contract law, public bid law, and state procedures
Collaborates with other lawyers, vendors, or government agencies to execute paperwork or complete transactions
Provides legal counsel for Office of State Parks (OSP) and is responsible for providing technical legal direction, advice, assistance, consultation, and representation to the Assistant Secretary and Deputy Assistant Secretary for OSP
Represents the department in litigations before trial and appellate courts and administrative tribunals, such as department land transactions, etc
Prepares, assists in drafting, and reviews the preparation and negotiation of contracts, requests for proposal, and other legal documents, such as Title 38, Friends Group agreements, concession agreements, contracts, land agreements, etc
Manages, directs, and supervises the Public-Private Partnership (P3) program. Maintain points of contact, prepare and review legal documents, monitor payments, etc
Qualification
Required
Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice law
Benefits
Insurance Coverage
Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leave
Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Mardi Gras, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor
Retirement – State Of Louisiana Employees Are Eligible To Participate In Various Retirement Systems (based On The Type Of Appointment And Agency For Which An Employee Works).
Company
State of Louisiana
Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service.