Staff Attorney 2
Recruitment #210730-0088AR-002
| Location |
Wethersfield, CT
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|---|---|
| Date Opened | 8/5/2021 5:00:00 PM |
| Salary | $90,203 - $115,434 annually *New State employees start at the minimum of the salary range |
| Job Type | Open to the Public |
| Close Date | 8/19/2021 11:59:00 PM |
Introduction
The State of Connecticut, Department of Labor (DOL) is committed to protecting and promoting the interests of Connecticut workers. In order to accomplish this in a constantly evolving environment, we assist workers and employers to become competitive in the global economy. We take a comprehensive approach to meeting the needs of workers and employers, and the other agencies that serve them. We ensure the supply of high-quality integrated services that serve the needs of our customers.
Our Wethersfield office is recruiting for a Staff Attorney 2 in our Employment Security Board of Review. This is a full time position has a Monday through Friday schedule on first shift. The hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
In this role you will have the opportunity to:
- Review records and conduct research on Connecticut Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) appeals & Connecticut Family and Medical Leave Act (CTFMLA) cases, as well as Unemployment Compensation (UC) appeals
- Conduct evidentiary hearings and draft decisions
- Train, guide and mentor appeals division staff regarding Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) appeals
- Develop internal procedures for PFML appeals
- Write plain language guidance for the public about the Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) appeals process
- Travel may be required
The Employment Security Appeals Division is an autonomous, quasi-judicial agency housed in the Department of Labor. Its primary function is to hear and decide appeals arising from decisions made by Connecticut's Unemployment Compensation Department, from which it is statutorily independent, and other assigned matters within the jurisdiction of the department. The appeals division is comprised of the referee section, which conducts de novo evidentiary hearings, and the higher authority Board of Review, which conducts appellate review of referee decisions.
We offer competitive benefits including healthcare coverage, retirement plan, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays per calendar year in addition to vacation, sick and personal leave accruals. Also group life insurance and other supplemental benefits. We encourage a healthy work/life balance to all employees.
Selection Plan
Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience most closely meets the preferred qualifications, so please ensure that your application is complete and details your experience as outlined in this job posting. Please include your resume within the "Resume Tab" of your application. You will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application into the JobAps system. Applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies.
The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
This posting may require completion of additional referral questions (RQs) which will be sent to you via email after the closing date. The email notification will include an expiration date by which you must submit (Finish) your responses. Please regularly check your email for notifications. Please check your SPAM and/or Junk folders, as emails could end up there in error.
If selected for further consideration, applicants may be required to submit additional documentation, which supports their qualification(s) for this position. These documents may include: performance reviews, college transcripts, supervisory references, etc. at the discretion of the hiring agency. You do not have to submit these documents with your application.
Applicants are encouraged to sign on to their Personal Status board daily to monitor their status and check for notices from recruiters. Viewing notices from the board ensures applicants have full visibility of all emailed notices.
Should you have any questions pertaining to this recruitment please contact Jasmyn Raymond at Jasmyn.Raymond@ct.gov.
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In a state agency this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in the legal work of the agency.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Performs advanced and complex legal work of an agency; researches, interprets, analyzes and applies complex and conflicting laws and regulations, case law and legal principles; acts as hearing officer or represents agency in formal administrative and public proceedings on a full range of cases involving complex legal and technical issues; negotiates and drafts settlement agreements; drafts advisory opinions, rulings, decisions, recommendations, findings, legislation, statutes, regulations, publications and other related legal documents; assists in the preparation and presentation of trials and appeals; consults with the Office of the Attorney General on legal issues; researches complex legal issues; conducts investigations and enforcement proceedings; prepares comprehensive reports for use in administrative and court proceedings; prepares pleadings and other court papers; interprets and applies complex or conflicting laws and regulations, case law and legal principles; participates in the conduct of various educational activities; provides legal guidance when duly authorized; provides input into policy formation; may testify at or monitor legislative proceedings; may represent agency in court when authorized; reviews court decisions, new and proposed laws and regulations to determine impact on agency operations; prepares and maintains precedent manuals; reviews legal and other related documents for legal sufficiency; performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Considerable knowledge of legal principles, practices and procedures in Connecticut; considerable knowledge of legal research techniques; considerable knowledge of the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act; considerable knowledge of and the ability to interpret and apply relevant state and federal laws, statutes, regulations and legislation; considerable knowledge of relevant agency policies and procedures; knowledge of the rules of evidence; knowledge of criminal and constitutional law and legislative process; considerable interpersonal skills; considerable oral and written communication skills; considerable ability to apply judicial decisions to the interpretation of statutes; considerable ability to comprehend, analyze and organize technical data and coordinate elements of legal cases.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
STAFF ATTORNEY 2: Two (2) years of experience in the practice of law.
STAFF ATTORNEY 3: Three (3) years of experience in the practice of law at the level of Staff Attorney 2 in the same state agency.
STAFF ATTORNEY 3: Three (3) years of experience in the practice of law at the level of Staff Attorney 2 in the same state agency.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preference will be given to candidates with the following experience:
- Analyzing the provisions of the State and Federal Family Medical Leave Act
- Performing legal research and writing
- Working in a high volume production environment
- Working with administrative and/or judicial proceedings
- With the practice of unemployment compensation benefit appeals and/or employment law
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Must be admitted to practice law in the State of Connecticut.
2. May be required to travel.
2. May be required to travel.
Conclusion
AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
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