Chief Legal Counsel
4 days ago
This is a key leadership role within the Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) responsible for overseeing the Professional Services Division, which includes Legal Services, Audit Services, and the Office of Civil Rights.
Key Responsibilities:- Provide strategic legal guidance and support to the agency, ensuring compliance with professional standards and regulations.
- Conduct advanced legal research and analysis to inform decision-making and provide expert advice to the Director and Executive Team.
- Manage the staff, budget, and operations of the Professional Services Division, ensuring effective and efficient delivery of services.
- Juris Doctorate Degree from an accredited law school.
- 6 years of related experience, including 4 years of supervisory experience.
- Membership in the State Bar of Montana.
- Admission to Montana Courts, U.S. District Courts, and Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.
- Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance.
- Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available.
- Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families.
- State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation).
- Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek.
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.
A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position.
Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as "Relevant."
If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed below.
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Helena, Montana, United States State of Montana Full timeJob Title: Chief Legal Counsel and Professional Services AdministratorThe Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chief Legal Counsel and Professional Services Administrator to lead and manage all aspects of the Professional Services Division, including Legal Services, Audit Services, and the Office of Civil...
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Chief Legal Counsel
1 month ago
Helena, Montana, United States State of Montana Full timeThe Montana Department of Transportation is seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional to lead the Professional Services Division. As Chief Legal Counsel & Professional Services Administrator, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of the division, including Legal Services, Audit Services, and the Office of Civil Rights. Your key...
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Chief Legal Counsel
3 weeks ago
Helena, Montana, United States State of Montana Full timeJob Title: Chief Legal Counsel & Professional Services AdministratorThis position is responsible for leading and managing all aspects of the Montana Department of Transportation's (MDT) Professional Services Division, including Legal Services, Audit Services, and the Office of Civil Rights.The successful candidate will ensure timely and appropriate legal...
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Agency Legal Counsel
2 days ago
Helena, Montana, United States State of Montana Full timeJob Title: Agency Legal CounselThe Department of Agriculture is seeking a highly skilled and experienced legal professional to serve as its Agency Legal Counsel. As a key member of the department's leadership team, the successful candidate will provide expert legal advice and representation to the agency and its various boards, councils, and committees.Key...
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Agency Legal Counsel
4 weeks ago
Helena, Montana, United States State of Montana Full timeJob Title: Agency Legal CounselThe Department of Agriculture is seeking a highly skilled and experienced legal professional to serve as the Agency Legal Counsel. This is a critical role that requires strong legal knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.Key Responsibilities:Represent the...
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Agency Legal Counsel
2 weeks ago
Helena, Montana, United States State of Montana Full timeJob Title: Agency Legal CounselThe Department of Agriculture is seeking a highly skilled and experienced legal professional to serve as its Agency Legal Counsel. This is a critical role that requires a deep understanding of state and federal laws, as well as the ability to provide sound legal advice and representation to the agency.Key...
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Agency Legal Counsel
3 days ago
Helena, Montana, United States State of Montana Full timeJob Title: Agency Legal CounselThe Department of Agriculture is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Attorney to serve as the Agency Legal Counsel. This is a critical role that requires the ability to provide sound and defensible legal advice and representation to the Agency and its various boards, councils, and committees.Key Responsibilities:Represent...
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Agency Legal Counsel
1 month ago
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Legal Administrative Assistant
4 weeks ago
Helena, Montana, United States State of Montana Full timeLegal Administrative AssistantThe Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is seeking a skilled Legal Administrative Assistant to provide critical support to the Paralegals and Attorneys within Legal Services. Key responsibilities include providing office management support, answering phones, distributing mail, and ensuring documents are properly sorted...
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Legal Administrative Assistant
2 weeks ago
Helena, Montana, United States State of Montana Full timeLegal Administrative AssistantThe Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is seeking a skilled Legal Administrative Assistant to provide critical support to the Paralegals and Attorneys within Legal Services. Key responsibilities includeProviding office management support by answering phones, distributing mail, and ensuring documents are sorted...
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VA Staff Attorney
2 weeks ago
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State Legal Advisor
2 weeks ago
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Paralegal Specialist
4 weeks ago
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Law Clerk
1 month ago
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Law Clerk
2 days ago
Helena, Montana, United States State of Montana Full timeJob Title: Law ClerkWe are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Law Clerk to join our team at the Public Service Commission of Montana. As a Law Clerk, you will play a critical role in supporting our regulatory oversight of essential industries in Montana.Job Summary:The Law Clerk will assist our legal team in reviewing, researching, and annotating...
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Paralegal Specialist
1 week ago
Helena, Montana, United States State of Montana Full timeJob Title: Paralegal IIThe State of Montana's Solicitor General's Office is seeking a highly skilled Paralegal II to join our team in the Civil Bureau. As a Paralegal II, you will play a critical role in supporting our attorneys with all phases of litigation, including intake, discovery, motions, trial, and appeal.Job Overview:The Paralegal II position is...
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Public Defender Attorney
21 hours ago
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Procurement Specialist
3 weeks ago
Helena, Montana, United States State of Montana Full timeJob Overview:This position serves as the Department's lead administrative contracts officer, reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). The successful candidate will have approval authority for all contracts obligating the Department to the expenditure of funds and must acquire and maintain "Level Two Delegation Authority" defined by the...
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Attorney General
2 weeks ago
Helena, Montana, United States State of Montana Full timeJob Title: Assistant Attorney GeneralThe State of Montana is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Assistant Attorney General to provide legal advice and representation to the Gambling Control and Motor Vehicle Divisions.Job Summary:The Assistant Attorney General will serve as general counsel for the Division, interpreting and enforcing civil and criminal...
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Attorney General
4 weeks ago
Helena, Montana, United States State of Montana Full timeJob Title: Assistant Attorney GeneralThe State of Montana is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Assistant Attorney General to provide legal advice and representation to the Gambling Control and Motor Vehicle Divisions.Job Summary:The successful candidate will serve as general counsel for the Division, interpreting and enforcing civil and criminal...