E & E CHIEF COUNSEL

Date: May 8, 2024

Req ID: 39705

Location:

North Little Rock, AR, US, 72118

Category: DEPT OF ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENT

Anticipated Starting Salary: $96,960

Position Number: 22177897

County: Pulaski

Posting End Date: May 31, 2024

Anticipated Starting Salary: $96,960

Office of Chief Counsel

The mission of the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment is to provide effective and efficient energy and environmental solutions informed by science. The Department promotes responsible management of resources and protects the environment for the benefit of all Arkansans.

Position Information

Class Code: G298C

Grade: GS15

FLSA Status: NON-EXEMPT

Salary Range: $96,960.00 - $140,592.00

Summary

The E&E Chief Counsel is responsible for the oversight of the Department’s legal section and interacting with state and federal agencies, conducting legal research, writing legal documents, and providing legal assistance to the agency. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency policy.

Functions

The Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment’s Chief Counsel is responsible for directing and supervising a team of attorneys and support staff, including interviewing, hiring, providing training, assigning and reviewing work, and evaluating the performance of immediate subordinates. Provides legal services and advice to management and divisions. Drafts new or revised policies and legislation. Researches, analyzes, interprets, and evaluates policies, legal precedents, issues, and information and recommends courses of action to meet agency objectives. Maintains and shares technical knowledge of current federal and state legal issues, policies, statutes, legislation, and procedures. Conducts legal research; drafts and prepares legal briefings and responds to subpoenas. Presents training on legal matters. Performs other duties as assigned.

Dimensions

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of state, federal, and regulatory laws, regulations, and precedents.

Knowledge of emerging legislative, judicial, and regulatory issues and trends.

Knowledge of legal research techniques and tools.

Ability to prepare, present, and review oral and written information and reports.

Ability to research, interpret, and apply legislation and related information.

Ability to plan, lead, support, and supervise the work of staff.

Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships.

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Ability to prepare and present written communications that pertain to controversial and complex topics.

Minimum Qualifications

The formal education equivalent of a law degree from an accredited law school, plus six years of legal experience, including three years in a supervisory capacity.

OTHER JOB-RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

Licenses

Licensed to practice law and admitted to the Bar of Arkansas pursuant to Arkansas Code Annotated section 16-22-201.

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.

Nearest Major Market:Little Rock