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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Legal Analyst, OGC in Pennsylvania
Legal Analyst, OGC
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Legal Analyst, OGC
Salary
$58,035.00 - $88,235.00 Annually
Location
Dauphin County, PA
Job Type
Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time
Job Number
N-2024-95547
Department
Department of State
Division
ST Lgl Off
Opening Date
10/17/2024
Closing Date
10/21/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
07091
Position Number
00039125
Union
Non-Union
Bargaining Unit
A3
Pay Group
ST07
Bureau / Division Code
00193100
Bureau / Division
State Legal Office
Worksite Address
2400 Thea Drive, Suite 201
City
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
17110
Contact Name
Rebecca Fuhrman
Contact Phone
717.783.3585
Contact Email
refuhrman@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
The Office of General Counsel is seeking a highly motivated Legal Analyst to provide legal support and analysis to the Legal Office of the Department of State. Your work will focus on state laws and regulations; legislative history; agency programs; and judicial, legislative, transactional, and administrative processes. If you are detail-oriented with excellent organizational, critical-thinking, and multi-tasking skills and enjoy a fast-paced work environment, apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Legal Analyst, you will also be responsible for interpreting and implementing commonwealth policies and legal protocols, determining and coordinating the information, as well as documenting management needs of a case, procurement, contract, or other legal matter. Additional duties include:
Analyzing and summarizing legislative and regulatory research
Determining the impact of statutory changes to current agency policies and operations
Synthesizing, summarizing, and presenting case-specific legal research data and investigative data
Drafting, reviewing, and analyzing agreements
Preparing procurement solicitations and related documents
Writing legal memoranda and briefs
If you have an extensive working knowledge of legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulations, executive orders, and the political process, we highly encourage you to apply!
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=00039125)
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, after 6 months of employment. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
A Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school;or
Five years of legal research and analysis experience including three years at the professional level, and an associate’s degree;or
Three years of professional experience in legal research and analysis, and a bachelor’s degree;or
An equivalent combination of experience and training which includes two years of professional experience in legal research and analysis.
Additional Requirements:
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Preferred Qualifications (not required):
Experience with cloud-based case management systems
How to Apply:
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov .
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
01
What level of college coursework have you completed? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services Link.
For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.
Conferred Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school
Conferred bachelor's degree in any field
Conferred associate's degree in any field
None
02
If you are within three months of completing a Juris Doctor Degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school, on what date do you expect to graduate? If this does not apply to you, please type N/A in the text box.
03
How many years of full-time professional experience in legal research and analysis do you possess?
3 years or more
2 but less than 3 years
1 but less than 2 years
Less than 1 year
None
04
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.
05
How much graduate coursework in accounting, public administration, education, criminal justice, environmental studies, legal studies, business administration, or in health and science fields do you possess? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If your education was acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.organd clicking the Evaluation Services Link.
For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.
You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.
30 credits or more
Less than 30 credits
None
06
Preferred Qualification:Do you have experience with cloud-based case management systems?
Yes
No
Required Question
Agency
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov
