General Counsel/Staff Attorney Senior

Virginia Information Technologies Agency•Richmond, VA

3d•$85,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Labor and Industry’s Division of Hearings and Legal Services at the Headquarters Office is seeking self-motivated individuals to serve as full time litigation lead counsel in VA Occupational Safety & Health (VOSH) contested cases in circuit courts, when appointed by the Commonwealth’s Attorney as Special Assistant. This position also researches and analyzes legal issues upon request from agency divisions to facilitate compliance efforts under applicable laws, regulations and standards, presents findings and recommendations to agency management personnel resulting from the legal research and analysis of technical issues and data, and handles more complicated/difficult cases. In addition, this position provides legal and technical support in the development of standards, regulatory rulemaking, policy formulation, and legislative affairs of all agency divisions. This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact and contribute to DOLI’s mission of making Virginia a better place to live, work, and conduct business. Additional information about our agency can be found at www.doli.virginia.gov.

Requirements

A J.D. degree.
An active membership in the Virginia State Bar
Knowledge of Virginia Rules of Civil Procedure and the Virginia Administrative Process Act.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Litigation experience is strongly preferred.
Knowledge of Federal and State laws governing Labor, and Occupational Safety and Health, as well as the ability to conduct research and analysis.
Experience in a similar position in government or private industry.
Verifiable fluency in speaking, reading, and writing Spanish.

Responsibilities

Serve as full time litigation lead counsel in VA Occupational Safety & Health (VOSH) contested cases in circuit courts, when appointed by the Commonwealth’s Attorney as Special Assistant.
Research and analyze legal issues upon request from agency divisions to facilitate compliance efforts under applicable laws, regulations and standards.
Present findings and recommendations to agency management personnel resulting from the legal research and analysis of technical issues and data.
Handle more complicated/difficult cases.
Provide legal and technical support in the development of standards, regulatory rulemaking, policy formulation, and legislative affairs of all agency divisions.