General Counsel/Hearing & Legal Services Officer II

Title: General Counsel/Hearing & Legal Services Officer II

State Role Title: Hearing Legal Services Officer II

Hiring Range: $85,000 - $120,000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Dept of Labor and Industry

Location: Dept of Labor and Industry

Agency Website: https://www.doli.virginia.gov/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

The Department of Labor and Industry’s Division of Hearings and Legal Services at the Headquarters Office is seeking a self-motivated individual to serve as full time litigation lead counsel in VA Occupational Safety & Health (VOSH) contested cases in circuit courts, when appointed by the Commonwealth’s Attorney as Special Assistant. This position also researches and analyzes legal issues upon request from agency divisions to facilitate compliance efforts under applicable laws, regulations and standards, presents findings and recommendations to agency management personnel resulting from the legal research and analysis of technical issues and data, and handles more complicated/difficult cases. In addition, this position provides legal and technical support in the development of standards, regulatory rulemaking, policy formulation, and legislative affairs of all agency divisions. This position is partially funded from Federal Grant Sources and continuation is dependent upon the availability of funds.

Why State Government?

As an Employer of Choice, the Commonwealth of Virginia offers a comprehensive total compensation package to include health benefits, paid leave, and flexible work schedules. The following benefits are available to classified employees:
• Vacation and Other Leave
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Health Benefits
• Sickness and Disability Program
• Deferred Compensation with Cash Match
• Group, Optional Life, and Long-term Care Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Retirement Plans
• State Employee Resources

Additional information relating to the benefits available to eligible state employees can be found online at: https://www.dhrm.virginia.gov/employeebenefits.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of Virginia Rules of Civil Procedure and the Virginia Administrative Process Act.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A J.D. degree.
• An active membership in the Virginia State Bar.

Additional Considerations

• Litigation experience is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of Federal and State laws governing Labor, and Occupational Safety and Health, as well as the ability to conduct research      and analysis.
• Experience in a similar position in government or private industry.
• Verifiable fluency in speaking, reading, and writing Spanish.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

• Possession of a valid driver’s license or ability to obtain a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to occasionally travel overnight.
• Ability to perform moderate physical activity that includes but is not limited to climbing stairs and ladders, bending, walking up and down    inclines, occasionally lifting and carrying loads up to 30 pounds.
• The selected candidate must:
• Successfully complete a criminal background investigation.
• Complete and submit an annual Statement of Personal Economic Interest.
• Successfully complete a physical evaluation through the agency’s authorized health screening vendor, which includes an alcohol and        drug screening.
• Successfully serve a 12-month probationary period effective from the date of employment if beginning employment as an original hire or    re-employment.

The maximum hiring salary range is $85,000 - $120,000 annually plus the State’s benefits package. The agency will not entertain salary negotiations outside of the hiring range.

To apply, you must submit a completed State of Virginia Application for Employment at www.jobs.virginia.gov by 11:55pm on the posted closing date. A resume can be attached within the state application. The application and/or resume must be completed in a comprehensive manner and reference all pertinent knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as any training and experience that relates to the position. You must also provide your education on your state application. Interview candidates may be required to demonstrate the skills and abilities necessary for satisfactory performance of work. Mailed, faxed, or e-mailed applications/resumes will not be accepted or considered.

Virginia Department of Labor and Industry does not provide sponsorship; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., Lawful Permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the United States.

Current and former employees of the Commonwealth of Virginia who have either been laid off or will be laid off from State service, who indicate preferential hiring rights in the form of a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (yellow card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (blue card), must submit the card to our office by the application deadline. The card may either be scanned and attached to the application as a supplemental document or faxed to (804) 786-0139. Please include a fax cover sheet with your name and the position number for which you are applying.

The Department of Labor & Industry is committed to the goal of equal employment opportunity, with the intention that every employee and applicant for employment shall have an equal opportunity to be judged based on their fitness and merit to participate in the terms, conditions, privileges, and benefits of employment. All candidates are afforded opportunities without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability.

DOLI Human Resources will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of accommodation to provide access to the application and/or interview process. If any assistance is needed when applying online, please contact DOLI at hr@doli.virginia.gov.
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: No Phone Call Please

Email:  Hr@doli.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.