Attorney 1-3 General Law Unit

Attorney 1-3 General Law UnitPrint (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/louisiana/jobs/newprint/4748607) ApplyAttorney 1-3 General Law UnitSalary $3,904.00 - $7,658.00 MonthlyLocation Baton Rouge, LAJob TypeClassifiedJob Number47/50389568/ATT1-3/12.11.24-TMDepartmentDOTD-AdministrationDivisionSection 47Opening Date12/04/2024Closing Date12/11/2024 11:59 PM Central

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Supplemental Information47/50389568/ATT1-3/12.11.24-TMSection 47 - LegalAttorney 1.3 General Law UnitAbout this Position:This position requires a license to practice law in Louisiana. The position is one of three staff attorney positions in the General Law Unit of the DOTD Legal Section. Under the oversight of an Attorney Supervisor and other senior attorneys, this position is responsible for providing legal counsel to Department regarding the application of and compliance with applicable state and federal laws, including those pertaining to contracting and procurement, funding and finance, and permitting and joint use agreements. Incumbents are also responsible for drafting of Cooperative Endeavor Agreements and other specialized contracts in order to meet the needs of the Department. Incumbents may represent the department in negotiation, mediation, or litigation in connection with claims for damages suffered by the department, disputes relating to the General Law Unit's areas of expertise, or otherwise, as assigned. Incumbent also provides support to their supervisor and Legal Section management in connection with legislation and rule promulgation, and perform other tasks as assigned.This position may be filled as either a probational appointment (open to all qualified applicants); a promotion (open to all statewide classified and Agency-wide permanent status employees); or by detail to special duty.Special Entrance Rate (SER)Attorney 1 - $2,166.40/biweeklyAttorney 2 - $2,318.40/biweeklyAttorney 3 - $2,561.60/biweekly Progressive Premium Pay for hours actually worked0 months to less than 2 years - $1.00/hour2 years to less than 4 years - $1.50/hour4 years or greater - $2.00/hourThis position is in a Career Progression Group (CPG) and is being posted at the following levels: Attorney 1, Attorney 2, or Attorney 3. The maximum salary for the Attorney 3 is $112,570.00. Please refer to the 'Job Specifications' tab located at the top of the LA Careers 'Current Job Opportunities' page of the Civil Service website for specific information on salary ranges, minimum qualifications and job concepts for each level.Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency:http://wwwsp.dotd.la.gov/InsideLaDOTD/Divisions/MgmtFinance/HR/Pages/CareerCenter.aspxNo 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. Applicants can check the status of their application at any time by selecting the ‘Application Status’ link after logging into their account.Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.For further information about this vacancy contact:Melissa WillardAdministrative Program Specialist – Legal225-242-4667melissa.willard@la.govThe Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available:https://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrsrehabilitation.aspMinimum QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Possession of a license to practice law in the state of Louisiana. Job ConceptsFunction of Work:To assist an attorney of higher rank in the preparation of court cases and/or advisory opinions and may litigate and/or prepare advisory opinions in cases of a routine nature.Level of Work:Entry.Supervision Received:General from a higher ranking attorney, administrative law judge, or other agency administrator/executive.Supervision Exercised:None.Location of Work:May be used in all agencies.Job Distinctions:Differs from Attorney 2 by the level of supervision received and the level of expertise required in the preparation of legal opinions/courts cases assigned or hearings conducted.Examples of WorkWhile in official capacity, DOTD employees must comply with all applicable Louisiana and Civil Service laws, rules, and regulations, as well as DOTD policies, procedures, manuals, and directives.25% Cooperative Endeavor Agreements and Other Specialized ContractsResearches, develops, drafts, and reviews Cooperative Endeavor Agreements (CEAs) and other specialized contracts between the Department and private and public parties, as assigned by General Counsel, Deputy General Counsels, or Attorney Supervisor over the General Law Unit. As part of this responsibility, ensures that all provisions of assigned CEAs or contracts comply with all applicable laws, and protect the interests of the Department to the extent practicable. Works with applicable Department Executives, District Administrators, Section Heads, and Project and Program Managers in order to accomplish these responsibilities. 15% Advice and Counsel Regarding Contracting and ProcurementProvides advice and counsel to Sections of the Department responsible for contracting and procurement activities, as assigned by the General Counsel, Deputy General Counsels, or Attorney Supervisor over the General Law Unit. This responsibility includes, but is not limited to, providing advice to the Procurement Section regarding its contracting and purchasing activities, to the Compliance Section regarding its oversight of the Department’s DBE/SBE program, to Contract Services regarding its Intergovernmental and Entity-State Agreements, to the Office of Multimodal Commerce regarding its grant agreements, and to Project and Program Managers. Incumbent is required to be knowledgeable of state and federal laws governing the Department’s contracts, including applicable provisions of Titles 48 and 38 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes, Title 23 of the United States Code, 2 C.F.R. 200, and other related federal regulations applicable to contracting procurement. 15% Advice and Counsel Regarding Funding and FinanceProvides advice and counsel to Offices and Sections of the Department responsible for funding and finance activities, as assigned by the General Counsel, Deputy General Counsels, or Attorney Supervisor over the General Law Unit. This responsibility includes, but is not limited to, providing advice to the Office of Management and Finance, the Office of Planning and Programming, and to Project and Program Managers regarding federal and state laws governing the use of specific funding sources. Incumbent is required to be knowledgeable of state and federal laws governing funding sources and the expenditure and accounting of funds, including the Louisiana Constitution, applicable provisions of Titles 48 and 39 of the Louisiana Revised Statues, state appropriations act, Title 23 of the United States Code, the Federal Acquisition Regulation, and other related state and federal statutes and regulations applicable to funding and finance.10% Advice and Counsel Regarding Permitting and Joint Use AgreementsProvides advice and counsel to Sections of the Department responsible for permitting activities and joint use agreements, as assigned by the General Counsel, Deputy Counsels, or Attorney Supervisor over the General Law Unit. This responsibility includes, but is not limited to, provide advice to DOTD Districts and to the Road Design and Traffic Engineering Sections related to permits issued by the Department, and providing counsel to the Road Design and Real Estate Sections regarding joint use agreements. Incumbent is required to be knowledgeable of state and federal laws governing Permitting and Joint Use Agreements, including applicable provisions of Title 48 of the Louisiana Revises Statues, Tittle 23 of the United States Code, and other related state and federal statutes and regulations applicable to permit issuance or joint use agreements.15% Other Advice and CounselProvides advice and counsel on any other matter assigned by the General Counsel, Deputy Counsels, or Attorney Supervisor over the General Law Unit. This responsibility includes, but is not limited to, research of assigned legal questions, support for the Legal Section’s role in responding to request under the Louisiana Public Records Law, and support for the handling of complaints under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.10% Legislation and Promulgation of RulesAs assigned by the General Counsel, Deputy General Counsels, or Attorney Supervisor over the General Law Unit, provides assistance, including drafting and analysis, in connection with legislation and regulations developed by or affecting the Department. This responsibility also includes promulgation of state regulations through the Louisiana Register, as assigned, while ensuring compliance with Department policies and procedures.5% Negotiation, Mediation, and LitigationAs assigned by the General Counsel, Deputy General Counsels, or Attorney Supervisor over the General Law Unit, handles full file responsibilities or supports other attorneys in any negotiation, mediation, or litigation matter involving the Department. This responsibility includes, but is not limited to, assisting a specialist attorney with the collection of monies owed to the Department for damage done to its property by third parties.5% Other DutiesMay be required to perform other duties as directed including, but not limited to, emergency and disaster support activities.Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity tomake a differencethrough public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career. As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/Parental Leave– Up to six weeks paid parental leaveMore information can be found athttps://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspxHolidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

New Year's Day

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,

Mardi Gras,

Good Friday,

Memorial Day,

Independence Day,

Labor Day,

Veteran's Day,

Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the GovernorState employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.Retirement – State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):

Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video (https://lasersonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/YourRetirementSystem.mp4) to give you more detailed information about their system

Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),

Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others

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Are you a permanent LADOTD employee?

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Are you a probational LADOTD employee?

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Are you a current or former employee of the State of Louisiana?

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If so, for which state agency(ies) do you/did you work and during what time period(s)? If not, indicate "N/A".

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To ensure compliance with PPM #9, DOTD Nepotism Policy, please list the name and relationship with any immediate family members that are currently employed by the LaDOTD. Please type "N/A" if there are no immediate family members?

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Do you possess a current, valid license to practice law in Louisiana?

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If you answered yes to the question above, please list your Bar Roll Number and the original issuance date of your license (mm/yy). If you answered no to the question above, please type "N/A"

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