Chief Counsel 3
Company: Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania
Location: Harrisburg
Posted on: May 3, 2025
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Job Description:
THE POSITION
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!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
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 the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employmentWork
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.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONSMinimum 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 Qualifications (not required):
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 to
www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and
click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at
ra-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.
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