Staff Attorney III
About The Position
The Department of Military Affairs is hiring a Staff Attorney III to provide complex legal services involving issues that are typically unique, controversial, or technical and require extensive original research and analysis. The position advises agency leadership and staff on personnel, procurement, administrative, and policy matters; handles litigation and appeals; serves as the agency Ethics Officer; and supports implementation of federal and state agreements. Duties also include reviewing legislation and regulations and addressing the agency’s complex real-property legal needs. Work is performed primarily in office and courtroom settings, and travel is required.
Requirements
- Two years of experience as a licensed attorney in the practice of law.
- Must be admitted to practice law and in good standing in the Commonwealth of Kentucky, or comply with Kentucky Supreme Court Rule 2.111, 2.112, or 2.117.
- Must maintain required licensure, certification, or other credentials throughout employment.
Responsibilities
- Provides complex legal services to the Adjutant General, Executive Director for the Office of Management and Administration, agency division directors, and staff concerning personnel, procurement, administrative, and policy matters.
- Represents the department in appeals and litigation before courts as counsel or co-counsel.
- Assists, consults, and coordinates with other agency attorneys and non-attorney staff on legal matters affecting the Department of Military Affairs.
- Serves as the agency's Ethics Officer and liaison to the Executive Branch Ethics Commission.
- Coordinates with the Office of the Governor, Office of the Attorney General, Staff Judge Advocate, United States Property and Fiscal Office, and other federal or state agency attorneys and staff to implement federal or state agreements administered by the agency.
- Drafts, reviews, and comments on proposed legislation, regulations, internal policies, and procedures.
- Addresses complex legal needs relating to real property under the Department of Military Affairs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
