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    General Counsel - Boston, MA, United States - Commonwealth of Massachusetts

    Commonwealth of Massachusetts
    Commonwealth of Massachusetts Boston, MA, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    Job Description - General Counsel O)

    Job Description General Counsel O ) Description The Office of the Veteran Advocate (OVA) is a small, growing independent department specified in Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 144 of the Acts of 2022 and established in 2023, to ensure veterans receiving services from or care under the supervision of the Commonwealth, always receive humane and dignified treatment , with full respect for their personal dignity and right to privacy. OVA also ensures that veterans receive timely, safe, and effective services and receive access to all available state and federal benefits. Through collaboration with stakeholders, the OVA examines the care and services that executive agencies provide veterans and advise the public and state leadership about how the commonwealth may improve its services to and for veterans and their families. When necessary, OVA investigates critical incidents involving veterans while receiving services from an executive agency and under circumstances which result in a reasonable belief that an executive agency or a constituent agency failed in its duty to care for a veteran. PURPOSE OF THE JOB To provide day-to-day legal advice, representation and support the Veteran Advocate and OVA staff on a broad range of complex legal, adjudicatory, business, operations, and regulatory issues. Essential Functions And Responsibilities
    • Provide legal advice and counsel to the Veteran Advocate and OVA Staff to support daily operations and strategic initiatives.
    • Draft, promulgate, and enforce regulations and policies.
    • Ensure OVA staff compliance with applicable laws, regulations and policies, including laws relating to public records, open meetings, and ethics.
    • Remain current on legal decisions and statutes (both within and outside of Massachusetts) relevant to the work of OVA.
    • Attend and represent OVA at public meetings, hearings and other appearances.
    • Oversee potential legal actions by and against OVA.
    • Assist the Veteran Advocate and OVA staff in establishing and updating employment and administrative policies and procedures.
    • Assist the Veteran Advocate and OVA staff in reviewing and coordinating contract and procurement processes.
    • Draft, interpret and negotiate a wide variety of employment, business and interagency agreements and other instruments for execution.
    • Other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
    Benefits Package OVA is pleased to offer a comprehensive benefits package to its employees. The specific components and eligibility may vary based upon position classification, hours worked per week and other variables. Therefore, specific benefits for this position may be discussed as part of the interview and offer process. The overall benefits available include paid vacation, sick and personal leave time, health, dental and vision insurance through the Commonwealth's Group Insurance, and optional pre-tax Health Savings Account plans. In addition, OVA provides employees the opportunity to elect life insurance, long term disability insurance, deferred compensation savings, tuition remission and pre-tax commuter account plans, along with other programs. OVA employees also participate in the Commonwealth's State Retirement Plan, which can become a defined benefit plan for those that both vest and subsequently retire from State service. Follow this link for additional retirement information: . Commitment To Diversity It is the policy of the Office of the Veteran Advocate and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to afford equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to their race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic or status that is protected by federal, state, or local law. Preferred Qualifications
    • Familiar with challenges, legislation and policies pertaining to veterans and their families;
    • Experience in establishing public-private business relationships;
    • Experience in building newly created organizations;
    • Excellent problem solver and utility player;
    • Strong interpersonal skills and track record of relationship building; and
    • Exceptional character and professionalism.
    Pre-Hire Process A tax & background check will be completed on the recommended candidate prior to hiring. Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division's Hiring Guidelines. Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Record Law and may be published on the Commonwealth's website. Qualifications Qualifications Experience And Skills
    • Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school;
    • Member in good standing of the Massachusetts Bar;
    • A minimum of 10 years of legal experience;
    • Developed knowledge of the veteran support environment from the perspectives of health care, congregate care/housing and benefits delivery;
    • Experience with adjudicatory proceedings;
    • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, management and communication skills, and an ability to deal with complex issues, in, at times, an emotionally charged environment.
    • Ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential information.
    Potential office location in Quincy, MA. An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. Official Title : General Counsel Primary Location : United States-Massachusetts-Boston-1 Ashburton Place Job : Legal Services Agency : Office of the Veteran Advocate Schedule : Full-time Shift : Day Job Posting : Jan 9, 2024, 6:46:03 PM Number of Openings : 1 Salary : 96, ,000.00 Yearly If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator : Meghan Sisk Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule : Yes Refer a candidate for this job Tell us about a friend who might be interested in this job. All privacy rights will be protected. Refer a candidate Guides Apply for a Job Apply for a Job for JAWS Users Create a Profile Create a Profile for JAWS Users System Requirements #J-18808-Ljbffr
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