Tennessee Department of Correction · 3 hours ago
DEPUTY GENERAL COUNSEL - 74973
Nashville, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$13,344/mo - $17,778/mo
5+ years expThe Tennessee Department of Correction oversees adult prisons and community supervision in Tennessee, and they are seeking a Deputy General Counsel to provide legal advice and support for the agency. This role includes managing legal programs, providing counsel to executive staff, and ensuring compliance with laws and regulations.
Law Enforcement
Responsibilities
Provide operational legal guidance and oversight to institutional attorneys, ensuring consistent application of policies and standardized training across all facilities
Serve as the primary liaison to the Attorney Generals Office, coordinating litigation-related activities and maintaining effective communication to strengthen collaboration and service delivery
Oversee employee disciplinary hearings and represent the Department in Step III appeal hearings before the Board of Appeals, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations
Manage court-related legal matters, including constitutional issues and federal court proceedings, to safeguard departmental interests and mitigate legal risks
Review and analyze legislative bills impacting the Department, providing timely and accurate legal interpretation to inform policy decisions and operational planning
Qualification
Required
Active License to practice law in Tennessee is required
Preferred
Minimum 5 years relevant experience
Minimum of 1 year of senior management/supervisory experience
Company
Tennessee Department of Correction
TDOC operates safe and secure facilities and provides effective community supervision in support of successful reentry.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase