Attorney 2

The PA State Employees’ Retirement System (SERS) is seeking a skilled attorney with a passion for public service to join our team as an Attorney 2. In this role, you will perform a variety of legal functions pertaining to business-related contracting issues, investments, and administrative services. Experience with transactional law is a plus! If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply today to join our team of dedicated professionals.

In this role, you will provide legal advice on a wide variety of investment and business administration matters; draft, review, examine, negotiate, and modify a variety of agreements, REIT organizational documents, and other documents proposed to be executed by SERS; review and/or prepare a variety of transaction documents including contracts, amendments, consents, and waivers; and provide counsel on non-investment transactional matters, such as the procurement of goods and services for the agency.

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

About SERS:

Established in 1923, SERS is one of the nation's oldest retirement plans for public employees and manages the pension benefits of more than 240,000 employees and retirees for 99 public sector employers. In 2024, SERS paid about $4.0 billion in benefits and managed $38.7 billion in assets. Additional information is available at www.SERS.pa.gov.

Our mission is to prepare our members and participants to achieve financial security in retirement. We achieve this through focusing on our mission, acting ethically and with integrity, empowering our members, embracing innovation, fostering life work balance, modeling an inclusive and respectful workplace, valuing and developing team members, collaborating, and finding joy in our work.

SERS is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all qualified individuals to our team. We are committed to an inclusive and respectful work environment that fosters personal and professional growth, embraces the contributions of all team members, and leverages diversity in people, ideas, and experiences to achieve our highest potential.

SERS is located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Situated along the Susquehanna River, Harrisburg is an affordable city in which to live and is located just a few hours from Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington, D. C.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5-hour work week, Monday through Friday.
• Work hours: A work schedule beginning and ending between 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM, inclusive, with a half-hour or one-hour meal period will be considered, depending on operational requirements. The requested schedule may not end prior to 4:00 PM.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to three days per week, depending on operational needs. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania; otherwise, you must work onsite at the work location specified in this job posting.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• Financial Disclosure: The individual appointed to this position will be required to disclose financial information consistent with provisions of the Public Official and Employee Ethics Act and the Governor's Code of Conduct.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
• This position is located in Dauphin County, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. SERS will not pay for relocation, housing, or travel expenses. All applicants must be willing to work in and commute to the Harrisburg location when onsite work is required.

Salary

• $77,379 - $117,497/year

Qualifications

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Two years of professional legal experience and graduation from an accredited school of law; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Post Employment Requirement:

• You must be certified for admission to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania and must maintain membership on a continuous basis during employment.

Additional Requirements:

• You must attach a copy of your certificate, proof of completion of the preparatory steps and application to become a member of the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania, or your license number and expiration.
• You must be willing to work in and commute to the Harrisburg, PA, location when onsite work is required.
• This job title does not require PA residency; however, you will not be eligible to telework if you do not establish an alternate worksite in PA. You must be willing to accept this position knowing these conditions.
• You must possess satisfactory communication and interpersonal skills.
• You must be adept at problem-solving and decision-making.
• You must possess satisfactory job knowledge and technical skills.
• You must demonstrate satisfactory initiative and motivation.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Preferred

• One or more years of experience in transactional law

How to Apply

• Your application must include the following attachments: (1) cover letter, (2) résumé, (3) college transcripts, and (4) a copy of your proof of completion of the preparatory steps and application to become a member of the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania, certificate, or your license number and expiration for review.
• 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 will 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 to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

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.

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