Attorney 1-4

The mission of the Louisiana Department of Health is to protect and promote health and to ensure access to medical, preventive, and rehabilitative services for all residents of the State of Louisiana.

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The Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) is seeking a motivated attorney to serve as Attorney 1-4 within the Bureau of Legal Services. This position offers a unique opportunity to provide legal counsel and strategic guidance to the Office of Public Health (OPH) and the State Health Officer (SHO) on matters involving public health laws and the State Sanitary Code (SSC).

As a Senior Counsel, the incumbent will play a key role in supporting OPH’s mission to protect and promote the health of Louisiana’s citizens. The position serves as a trusted legal advisor to OPH leadership—including the Assistant Secretary, State Health Officer, Chief Sanitarian, Program Manager of the Section of Environmental Epidemiology and Toxicology (SEET), and Director of the Center for Community Preparedness.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties:

• Provide senior-level legal counsel to the Office of Public Health (OPH) and the State Health Officer (SHO) on matters related to public health laws and the State Sanitary Code (SSC).
• Advise OPH leadership, including the Assistant Secretary, Chief Sanitarian, and program directors, on complex legal and regulatory issues affecting public health operations and initiatives.
• Draft, review, and interpret legislation, regulations, contracts, and legal documents to ensure compliance with state and federal public health laws.
• Represent the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) and OPH in administrative hearings, negotiations, and other legal proceedings as assigned.
• Provide consultative support and legal guidance to all OPH offices and bureaus, except the Center for Records and Statistics (Vital Records) and the Bureau of Engineering.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to develop and implement policies and strategies that support LDH’s public health objectives and legal compliance.

Location: Office of Secretary / Legal / East Baton Rouge Parish

Appointment Type: Probationary, Job appointment (temporary appointment that may last up to 48 months)

Cost Center: 3071070203

Position Number(s): 190943

Career Progression:  This position may be filled as a Attorney 1, 2, 3, or 4 determined by the qualifications of the candidate selected. This position provides the opportunity to advance within this job series.

Compensation: This position is eligible for the following Special Entrance Rates (SER), as well as a Premium Pay of up to $2.00/hr for hours worked based on longevity.

 Attorney 1 – $27.08 hr / $2,166.40 bi-weekly
 Attorney 2 – $28.98 hr / $2,318.40 bi-weekly

 Attorney 3 – $32.02 hr / $2,561.60 bi-weekly

 Attorney 4– $34.26 hr / $2,740.80 bi-weekly

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page. 

*Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).  Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information:

Patricia Walker

Patricia.Walker.DCFS@la.gov

LA Department of Health (LDH)

Division of Human Resources

PO Box 4818

Baton Rouge, LA 70821

225-342-6477

This organization participates in E-verify, and for more information on E-verify, please contact DHS at 1-888-464-4218. 

LDH supports Louisiana’s commitment to being a State as a Model Employer (SAME) by promoting the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.