Chief Counsel 3

The Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission is seeking a highly dedicated and experienced leader to join our team as Chief Counsel. This is an exciting opportunity to serve as the primary legal advisor to the Executive Director and Commissioners of the commission, in addition to supervising all legal staff and functions within the agency. If you are ready for a challenging, yet rewarding career path like no other, we want to meet you!

As Chief Counsel 3, you will be responsible for preparing written and oral opinions surrounding complex legal issues, reviewing proposed legislation, litigating cases in various courts and administrative settings, reviewing contracts, and providing collective bargaining and other personnel-related advice. Excellent networking and communication skills are an asset within this role, as you will function as a business partner to the Executive Director and Commissioners ensuring that the commission is working in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. Join our team if you are passionate about legal principles and want to serve as the legal expert of the PA Human Relations Commission, ensuring that state laws prohibit discrimination in employment, housing, commercial property, education, and public accommodations.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 2 days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
• The Commonwealth provides excellent benefits, pay increases, paid leave and holidays, as well as opportunities for career advancement.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Salary

• $112,450 - $167,179/year

Qualifications

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Applicants must be certified for admission to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania, currently licensed to practice in Pennsylvania, and must maintain licensure on a continuous basis during employment.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred

• Experience advocating for the Commonwealth in court.
• Experience reviewing, preparing, and negotiating contracts.
• Experience trying cases, advising and writing opinions, interpreting the law, and making recommendations and appraisals.
• Supervisory experience.
• Public speaking experience.
• Strategic planning development experience.
• Experience with complex legal cases.
• Experience representing an entity in court, both appellate and original jurisdiction matters, and in state and federal administrative proceedings.

How to Apply

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go towww.employment.pa.gov/Additional Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us atra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

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Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

*Eligibility rules apply.