PUC Assistant Counsel 1

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania•Dauphin County, PA

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Public Utility Commission (PUC) has openings for PUC Assistant Counsel 1 in the Law Bureau and seeks motivated attorneys eager to learn state and federal administrative, regulatory, and appellate practice in the diverse field of utility law involving electric, natural gas, motor carrier, railroad, telecom, pipeline, water and wastewater utilities. The PUC Law Bureau offers a team practice environment, part-time telework, educational opportunities, opportunities for advancement, and excellent pay and benefit packages. If you are a highly motivated attorney who is eager to learn a practice area with statewide and national implications and who values integrity, teamwork, and trust, then apply today! This position supports the Public Utility Commission by providing legal guidance and representing the agency in important matters. The role requires strong communication skills and careful legal analysis to support decisions and policies.

Requirements

Graduation from an approved school of law and certificate of admission to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania, or preparatory steps to become a member thereof.
Continued employment is conditional upon the obtaining of such certificate of admission.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Responsibilities

Represent the Commission in state and federal appellate courts and before federal agencies including the FCC and FERC as well as Independent Regulatory Review Commission (IRRC) and the Office of Open Records (OOR)
Provide advice to bureau directors and employees on legal, procedural, ethical, and policy matters
Prepare draft orders and proposed regulations for Commissioners, the Chief Counsel, client bureaus, other agencies,and the general public
Prepare memoranda, reports, legal opinions, and other written materials for internal and public use