Job Information
Arkansas Government Job MANAGING ATTORNEY (G004C) in Little Rock, Arkansas
MANAGING ATTORNEY (G004C)
Date: Apr 25, 2024
Req ID: 39373
Location:
Little Rock, AR, US, 72201
Category: STATEWIDE SHARED SERVICES
Anticipated Starting Salary: N/A
Position Information
Class Code: G004C
Grade: GS13
FLSA Status: EXEMPT
Salary Range: $77,862.00 - $112,900.00
Summary
The Managing Attorney is responsible for conducting legal research and writing legal documents for use in litigation, providing legal assistance to the agency, and supervising subordinate attorneys and legal administrative support staff. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.
Functions
Supervises and manages support staff and subordinate attorneys by interviewing, hiring, providing training, assigning workloads, and evaluating performance of incumbents. Provides legal services and advice to management and divisions on a broad range of matters. Represents the agency in negotiations. Represents the agency in litigation including all administrative and court proceedings. Interprets and analyzes all state and federal laws. Drafts new or revised policy and legislation. Conducts legal research. Drafts and prepares legal briefings and pleadings and responds to subpoenas. May develop and prepare budgets. Performs other duties as assigned.
Dimensions
None
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of state and federal laws, rules, and regulations. Knowledge of legal research and writing protocols. Knowledge of the state's legislative process. Knowledge of supervisory practices and techniques. Ability to conduct litigation. Ability to prepare, present, and review oral and written information and reports. Ability to research, interpret, and apply legislation. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of others. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Minimum Qualifications
Licensed to practice law and admitted to the Arkansas State Bar. ACA 16-22-201. The formal education equivalent of a law degree from an accredited law school; plus six years of experience in law, including three years in a supervisory capacity. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. 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
None
Nearest Major Market:Little Rock