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    Attorney 1, 2, or 3 - Atlanta, United States - State of Georgia

    State of Georgia
    State of Georgia Atlanta, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Description

    The Georgia Department of Revenue seeks to fill a Staff Attorney position within the Office of the General Counsel's External Operations Section.

    Reporting to the Managing Attorney, External Operations, the position is responsible for providing analysis and/or recommendations on legal issues relating to the Department's Local Government Services Division with special focus on the Unclaimed Property Program.


    Key duties include but are not limited to assisting the Unclaimed Property Program with implementation and administration of new statutory mandates.

    The successful candidate will conduct legal review of business processes in an area with new and emerging questions of law and policy.

    In this position, you will review and advise on questions related to property claims and program registrations.

    Property claim disputes may be presented for resolution by a judicial or administrative tribunal, requiring communication and strategic coordination with the Office of the Attorney General.


    Minimum Entry Qualifications for the Attorney 1:


    Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university AND license to practice law in the State of Georgia OR eligibility to sit for the next Georgia Bar examination OR reciprocity (must obtain Law License).


    Minimum Entry Qualifications for the Attorney 2:


    Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university AND license to practice law in the State of Georgia OR eligibility to sit for the next Georgia Bar examination OR reciprocity AND One year of relevant legal experience OR One year of experience required at the lower-level Attorney 1 (LEP020).


    Minimum Entry Qualifications for the Attorney 3:


    Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university AND license to practice law in the State of Georgia OR eligibility to sit for the next Georgia Bar examination OR reciprocity AND Two years of relevant legal experience OR Two years of experience required at the lower-level Attorney 2 (LEP021).

    Required Skills & Experience

    Legal Writing Sample:
    Submission of a writing sample, not to exceed 10 pages, from a brief, memo, or other similar document. To receive consideration, this must be attached to your profile/application.


    • Customer Service: Ability to provide professional legal services to agency divisions and executive leadership.
    • Teamwork & Cooperation: Ability to work collaboratively with project teams, both within the legal group and among business divisions.
    • Results Orientation: Ability to complete projects with limited supervision.
    • Judgment &

    Decision Making:

    Ability to weigh the needs of the agency to determine the best course of action for all parties in an evolving legal landscape.


    • Communication skills: Ability to analyze and organize facts and present them in a clear and logical form, both verbally and in writing, to a variety of audiences.
    • Accountability: Ability to accept responsibility for one's actions with honesty and integrity, while remaining committed to organizational success.
    Preferred Qualifications


    • Experience drafting legal documents such as memoranda, agency determination letters, regulations, and presentation or training materials for legal programs.
    • Experience reviewing contracts such as asset purchase agreements.
    • Experience preparing information and records for use in administrative and/or judicial hearings.
    • Prior experience or education with unclaimed property administration matters and/or state and local tax.

    Position Status & Pay Grade:
    Unclassified - Pay Grade K, L, or M (depending on experience)


    Hiring Range:
    Attorney 1 (Pay Grade K): $63,000 to $65,000

    Attorney 2 (Pay Grade L): $70,000 to $72,000

    Attorney 3 (Pay Grade M): $77,000 to $80,000

    State Personnel Board Rules for current State Employees

    Salary

    Changes to Employment Status

    Location:

    Department of Revenue Agency Headquarters 1800 Century Blvd NE, Atlanta GA 30345 "*This vacancy requires office hours of 8am - 5pm, Monday - Friday.

    A telework option is contingent upon demonstrated proficiency after training and is subject to change based on DOR policies and ability to meet performance expectations" or something more specific based on your preference.

    About DOR

    The Department of Revenue is the principal tax collection agency for the State of Georgia. DOR administers tax laws and enforces laws and regulations concerning alcohol and tobacco products in the state.

    Our mission is to administer the tax laws of the State of Georgia fairly and efficiently to promote public confidence and compliance, while providing excellent customer service.

    Benefits We Offer


    • 13 paid State holidays
    • Annual & Sick Leave accrual
    • Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
    • 401(k) 5% Employer match

    Important:
    If you need an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources Office at

    All Department of Revenue positions are subject to annual State of Georgia tax records check.

    Additional background processes may be in place for some positions.

    The highest level of education indicated on your Team Georgia Careers Profile will be verified.


    Due to the large volume of applications received by this office, only applicants selected for interview will be notified for final applicant selection.

    Human Resources maintains the discretion to close the job announcement prior to the closing date if a significant number of applications are received.


    Equal Opportunity Employer:


    The Department of Revenue is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of color, race, national origin, age, sex, religion, or disability.

    This policy statement applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, training, and termination.

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    Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university AND license to practice law in the State of Georgia OR eligibility to sit for the next Georgia Bar examination followed by Georgia Bar exam passage and licensure to practice law in the State of Georgia within one (1) year of hiring OR reciprocity AND Two years of relevant legal experience OR Two years of experience required at the lower-level Attorney 2 (LEP021)

    Additional Information


    • Agency Logo: Requisition ID: LEG027O
    • Number of Openings: 1
    Advertised Salary: 63, ,000


    • Shift: Day Job
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