Attorney 1

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Dauphin County, PA

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

As an Attorney 1 with the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission, you will contribute to important efforts that uphold state civil rights laws. This role encourages legal growth while offering diverse assignments that keep each day interesting. You will support the Commission’s mission to promote fairness and equal opportunity. Step into a role where your work truly matters.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of law and certificate of admission to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania; or Completion of all preparatory steps and application to become a member of the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania.
• Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.
• Applicants must be certified for admission to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania and must maintain membership on a continuous basis during employment.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.
• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports.
• You must pass a background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Present cases before courts and tribunals during discrimination proceedings
• Assist staff by offering legal opinions and guidance on discrimination matters
• Draft subpoenas, responses, and other required legal filings
• Assess proposed findings and review conciliation agreements and consent orders
• Respond to public inquiries and provide presentations on discrimination law
• Help train agency staff and others on applicable discrimination laws

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree