Associate General Counsel - Somerville, United States - Public Employee Retirement Administration

Description

OFFICIAL TITLE:
Associate General Counsel


AGENCY MISSION:

PERAC's mission is to provide regulatory oversight and guidance for the effective, equitable, and ethical operation of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts' public pension systems.

DUTIES:

• As assigned by the General Counsel, conducts legal research and drafts opinion letters, reviews court decisions and newly enacted state and federal legislation and regulations.
• Provides written comments to the Executive Director and the Commission.
• Participates in disability and termination retirement approval review process and drafts proposed remand letters.
• Researches, develops, and drafts legislation when required.
• Assists in the preparation of agency public record requests.
• Assist in the preparation of proposed regulation changes.
• Represents PERAC at Retirement Board Hearings.
• Responds to telephone inquiries on a daily basis from retirement boards or other interested parties, including members of the general public.
• As assigned, represents PERAC in court or at administrative proceedings under the supervision of the General Counsel.
• Assists in the preparation of and participates in the presentation of educational seminars.
• Performs other work-related duties or special projects as assigned by the General Counsel.

Please submit your resume along with a writing sample.

SALARY RANGE:
$75,000-$90,000


TOTAL COMPENSATION/BENEFIT STRUCTURE:

As a Commonwealth of Massachusetts employee, you are offered a great career opportunity but it's more than a paycheck.

The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits which you should consider, including:

• Defined Benefit Retirement Plan
• Alternative Deferred Compensation Plan 457(b)
• 75% of paid medical insurance premium
• Low cost basic and optional life insurance
• Reasonable Dental and Vision Plans
• Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Assistance programs
• 12 paid holidays per year and competitive Sick, Vacation and Personal Time
• Tuition Benefit for employee and spouse at state colleges and universities
• Long-Term Disability and Extended Illness program participation options
• Incentivebased Wellness Programs
• Professional Development and Continuing Education opportunities
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Qualifications

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.**
Official Title: Attorney


Primary Location:
United States-Massachusetts-Somerville-5 Middlesex Ave


Job:
Legal Services


Agency:
Public Employee Retirement Administration


Schedule:
Full-time


Shift:
Day


Job Posting:
May 6, 2024, 10:27:46 AM


Number of Openings: 1


Salary: 75, ,000.00 Biweekly


If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Caroline Carcia


Bargaining Unit: 000-Unclassified


Confidential:
Yes


Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule: Yes