State of Missouri · 5 hours ago
Legal Counsel Central Office
Jefferson City, MO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expThe State of Missouri's Department of Corrections is seeking Legal Counsel to provide legal advice on correctional issues and represent department officials in various legal matters. The role involves drafting and reviewing contracts, legislative bills, and liaising with the Attorney General’s Office.
AgricultureGovernmentInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Providing legal advice and assistance on correctional issues such as inmate rights, conditions of confinement, and probation, parole and sentencing issues
Representing department officials at administrative and court hearings
Liaising with the Attorney General’s Office on department litigation
Drafting and reviewing contracts, legislative bills, procedures, and administrative rules
Qualification
Required
Member in good standing of the Missouri Bar
Excellent communication skills
Possesses initiative and independence
Ability to apply knowledge in a professional and timely manner
Preferred
Three or more years of legal experience
Benefits
Missouri State Employee Retirement System
Deferred compensation plan
Health insurance (medical, vision, dental for employees and family)
Paid life insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Cafeteria plan
Paid holidays
10 hours annual leave per month
10 hours sick leave per month
Uniforms provided when required
Pre-service and in-service training
Access to credit union
Direct deposit of paycheck (required)
Employee health, wellness and safety initiatives
MOST 529 College Savings Program
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
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Late StageLeadership Team
Kevin Mccarthy
Chief Technology Officer
Jennifer Tidball
Chief Operating Officer at Missouri Department of Social Services
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