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The Office of Legal Affairs is a statutorily created distinct budgetary office of the Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Public Safety Services. The Office of Legal Affairs is responsible, in accordance with applicable laws and under the supervision and direction of the Deputy Secretary, for providing legal consultation and representation to the other offices within the Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Public Safety Services.We're looking for attorneys to join our legal division - a proactive, people-focused team working to attract and support the talent that drives our mission forward. The attorney will serve as an attorney/legal advisor in the Department of Public Safety and Corrections, Public Safety Services, Office of Legal Affairs, Office of Motor Vehicle Section.An ideal candidate should possess the following competencies:Following Policies and Procedures:The ability to follow, reinforce, adapt, or develop policies and procedures to maintain compliance with federal and state legal requirements, State Civil Service rules, and organizational policies.Demonstrating Persistence:The ability to maintain sustained effort and focus to achieve goals, especially when facing slow progress, setbacks, or obstaclesSolving Problems:The ability to identify root causes, analyze relevant data, and apply practical or innovative solutions to challenges.If you're compassionate, organized, and thrive in a people-centered environment, this could be the opportunity for you!Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice law.The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.Job Duties:The Office of Motor Vehicles Attorney is tasked with providing legal assistance to the Office of Motor Vehicles at a specialist/subject matter expert level regarding legal matters involving driver's licenses and vehicle registrations, as well as Driving School regulation. The attorney shall represent the Office of Motor Vehicles in state administrative law and civil courts regarding licensure suspensions and appeals. The attorney will also help with generalized legal assistance and representation as required by the Deputy General Counsel for the Office of Motor Vehicles.* Oversee specific legal implementation of litigation regarding commercial motor vehicle and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) matters for the Office of Motor Vehicles and assists in the preparation of a legal strategy.* Provide legal support services to the Office of Legal Affairs and the Office of Motor Vehicles Driving School regulation and other generalized matters.* Serves as an assistant to the Deputy General Counsel for the Office of Motor Vehicles regarding litigation and legal representation for the Department of Public Safety and Correction (DPS&C) Public Safety Services (Department), Office of Motor Vehicles, in the performance of matters in state appellate courts and federal civil courts.* Represents OLA at meetings, conferences, and seminars attended by various federal, interstate, state, parish, municipal, and parochial agencies, political subdivisions, advisory groups, and other organizations concerned with or having business with the Office of Motor Vehicles.* Stay up to date on the needs of the Office of Motor Vehicles and training of the office with regards to licensure. Provide training and guidance as required to meet the needs of the office.* Provide complex legal research for the Office of Legal Affairs, either generalized when ordered by a supervising attorney or specifically in the area of the FMCSA.Position-Specific Details:Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, or Job AppointmentCareer Progression: This position does participate in a Career Progression Group Attorney 1/2/3/4.Work Schedule: Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday.Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.Louisiana is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.How To Apply: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:For further information about this vacancy contact:Joel Sunsin/Human Resources/Human Resources Analyst7979 Independence Blvd., Suite 201Baton Rouge, LA 70808225-925-6068DPSEmployeeAdministration@La.Gov