St. Louis County
Attorney IV - County Counselor
St. Louis County, Des Moines, Iowa, United States,
Description
This position is for the manager and supervisor of the office’s risk management team, workers’ compensation team and pre-suit/early litigation matters in the County Counselor’s Office. The duties associated with this position may change as the needs of the office changes - such duties will be contained within the general Attorney IV job classification.
The typical starting salary range is between
$95,368.00
- $114,441.60
annually depending on the candidate's qualifications and experience as well as budgetary considerations. Additionally, we offer a competitive benefits package and a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy. St. Louis County Government is a qualified agency for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program managed by the Federal Government.
Examples of Duties Provides advice, guidance and document review to subordinate attorneys and non-attorney staff in the County Counselor’s office related to pending claims, pre-suit matters and cases in the early stages of litigation. Provides advice, guidance and document review to subordinate attorneys and non-attorney staff in the County Counselor’s office related to claims filed with the Division of Worker’s Compensation. Collaborates with the litigation manager on claims, pre-suit matters and cases in litigation. Communicates and coordinates with the County’s third-party administrator, excess insurance carriers and County officers and employees. Oversees the office’s risk management functions, provides training and provides recommendations to minimize County risk and exposure. Submits work for review and makes recommendations to the Deputy County Counselor and County Counselor regarding pending claims, pre-suit matters and litigation. Reviews work of outside counsel when such counsel is retained for litigation matters. Performs related work as required. Minimum Qualifications A Juris Doctor degree from an American law school accredited by the American Bar Association, current licensure as an attorney by the Missouri Bar Association and seven years of related experience. Risk management, workers’ compensation and litigation experience strongly preferred. HOW TO APPLY:
Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/stlouis. We only accept online applications. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY:
The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans' status or political affiliation.
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$95,368.00
- $114,441.60
annually depending on the candidate's qualifications and experience as well as budgetary considerations. Additionally, we offer a competitive benefits package and a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy. St. Louis County Government is a qualified agency for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program managed by the Federal Government.
Examples of Duties Provides advice, guidance and document review to subordinate attorneys and non-attorney staff in the County Counselor’s office related to pending claims, pre-suit matters and cases in the early stages of litigation. Provides advice, guidance and document review to subordinate attorneys and non-attorney staff in the County Counselor’s office related to claims filed with the Division of Worker’s Compensation. Collaborates with the litigation manager on claims, pre-suit matters and cases in litigation. Communicates and coordinates with the County’s third-party administrator, excess insurance carriers and County officers and employees. Oversees the office’s risk management functions, provides training and provides recommendations to minimize County risk and exposure. Submits work for review and makes recommendations to the Deputy County Counselor and County Counselor regarding pending claims, pre-suit matters and litigation. Reviews work of outside counsel when such counsel is retained for litigation matters. Performs related work as required. Minimum Qualifications A Juris Doctor degree from an American law school accredited by the American Bar Association, current licensure as an attorney by the Missouri Bar Association and seven years of related experience. Risk management, workers’ compensation and litigation experience strongly preferred. HOW TO APPLY:
Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/stlouis. We only accept online applications. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY:
The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans' status or political affiliation.
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