Attorney 3-4

Baton Rouge, LA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 5375 - 10546

Posted on: 10 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About this Job

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is responsible for managing and protecting the states renewable natural resources including all wildlife and aquatic life. LDWF supports a strong work ethic in its employees and incorporates the use of good science accurate information and technology. The Office of the Secretary exists to provide leadership and support services administrative direction and accountability for departmental programs; administrative direction and leadership to ensure the success of subordinate programs; and department-wide coordination communication personnel and basic resources needed to accomplish the departments mission.

Were looking for an Attorney 3-4to serve as the legal counsel for the Louisiana Department of Wildlife & Fisheries Office of Management & Finance. Primary areas of responsibility for this position include legal support for Human Resources and Procurement. Experience with Civil Service Rules and employment law La. R.S. Title 39 purchasing rules and La. R.S. Title 38 construction rules is preferred but all attorneys licensed for at least two years are encouraged to apply.

An ideal candidate should possess the following competencies:

Acting with Ethics and Integrity: The ability to be consistent honest and a trustworthy steward of State resources.
Displaying Expertise: The ability to exhibit specialized skills or knowledge gained from experience or training.
Thinking Critically: The ability to objectively question analyze interpret and evaluate information to form a conclusion.

The LDWF legal section consists of four attorneys a paralegal and a land specialist. This section offers a relaxed and collaborative work environment.

LDWF has employees in every parish of the state and manages over 1.6 million acres of public lands and waters. Check out our LDWF Facebook page to see some of the exciting and important work we do: Qualifications

Possession of a license to practice law in the state of Louisiana plus two years of experience as a practicing attorney.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role as defined by the State Civil Service can be found here.

Job Duties and Other Information

Job Duties:
In this role you will:

Serve under the general direction of the General Counsel and provide substantial and technical leadership in roles relating to the formulation determination and effectuation of agency policies in the administration of Employee Relations Risk Management Procurement and associated litigation.
Directly participate in all matters pertaining to employment-related functions including advising on grievances and complaints.
Preparing for and conducting internal investigations developing and interpreting related policies and making recommendations for solutions and corrective actions.
Address matters pertaining to Title 38 or Title 39 issues involving the expenditure of agency funds for procurement supplies services or major repairs.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type:Probational Promotional or Job Appointment
Career Progression:This position participates in a Career Progression Group (CPG) and may be filled as an Attorney 3 or Attorney 4.
Compensation:The level at which the vacancy is filled will be determined by the qualifications of the candidate selected. This position provides the opportunity to advance within this job series. The actual starting salary depends on the education and experience of the selected applicant.
Location:This position is inBaton Rouge LA.

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities.

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test scoreis required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy click on the Apply link above and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

* Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information:

Department of Wildlife & Fisheries
Human Resources
P.O. Box 98000
Baton Rouge LA 70898
Consuello Brown

Required Experience:

About this Job The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries is responsible for managing and protecting the states renewable natural resources including all wildlife and aquatic life. LDWF supports a strong work ethic in its employees and incorporates the use of good science accurate informatio...