Legal Analyst, Office of General Counsel Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/newprint/4772776) Apply  Legal Analyst, Office of General Counsel Salary $58,035.00 - $88,235.00 Annually Location Dauphin County, PA Job Type Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time Job Number N-2024-15347 Department Department of Transportation Division TR Chf Cnsl Opening Date 01/06/2025 Closing Date 1/15/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 07091 Position Number Multiple positions may be filled from this posting. Union Non Union Bargaining Unit A3 Pay Group ST07 Bureau / Division Code 00082200 Bureau / Division TR Chf Cnsl Worksite Address 400 North Street, 9th Floor City Harrisburg, Pennsylvania Zip Code 17120 Contact Name Kelly Phillips Contact Phone 717.705.1277 Contact Email kellphilli@pa.gov + Description + Benefits + Questions THE POSITION Are searching for professional legal support work which will ensure that hearings within our agency are adjudicated fairly and impartially for the benefit of all people who travel in Pennsylvania? Do not miss this Legal Analyst position within the PA Department of Transportation (PennDOT), Office of Chief Counsel. Achieve your career goals with our team! DESCRIPTION OF WORK Your legal knowledge and analytical skills are paramount for this role as a hearing officer and as a general legal analyst. All work must be performed in accordance with due process of law and agency policies and is subject to supervision and review. You will serve as presiding officer and adjudicator at hearings related to monetary penalties assessed by automated enforcement programs in which PennDOT provides the hearing and adjudication process. This includes applying legal principles to individual cases or problems, reaching conclusions based on applying facts in evidence to the relevant law, and writing decisions. Additionally, your work as a legal analyst will include legal research, case preparation, and general litigation support; general duties such as replying to legal correspondence and reviewing rules, regulations, and bulletins; and assisting in the conduct of studies to determine administrative problems involved in proposed rules or regulations. Apply today and join a team that values integrity and continuous development! 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=50654057) . Work Schedule and Additional Information: + Full-time employment + Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch. + Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) full-time. You will be required to report to the office as needed for training and meetings. 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 + Three years of professional experience in legal research and analysis, and a bachelor’s degree; or + Five years of legal research and analysis experience including three years at the professional level, and an associate’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 possess good interpersonal skills, including active listening, communication, collaboration, and problem-solving. + You must be able to perform essential job functions. How to Apply: + Your application must include a cover letterand resume. + 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. Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo (https://www.youtube.com/embed/HtcSRnndflc?rel=0) ! See the total value of your benefits package by exploring ourbenefits calculator. 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 Additional Requirement:Have you attached your cover letter and resume? + Yes + No Required Question Agency Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Address 613 North Street Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120 Website http://www.employment.pa.gov