Deputy General Counsel

Introduction

Join our team as a

Deputy General Counsel

with The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin!The Public Service Commission (PSC) is an independent state agency that is responsible for regulating more than 1,100 Wisconsin public utilities, which provide electric, natural gas, combined water and sewer utilities, and certain aspects of local telephone service to households and businesses throughout the state! The PSC of Wisconsin ensures safe, reliable, affordable, and environmentally responsible utility services and equitable access to telecommunications and broadband services.The PSC is a great place to work! In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of paid leave time to start, 9 paid holidays, and 130 hours of sick time that roll over each year.Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits (health plan options start at just $39/month for single plans and $97/month for family plans after two months of employment)A casual office atmosphere, flexible work schedules, and telework options depending on the position’s requirementsAn exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings planWell Wisconsin Wellness ProgramA free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-beingIn addition to our generous employee benefits, we strive for inclusivity and celebrate different religious holidays and cultural observances and provide flexibility for utilizing paid time off for such celebrations.Position Summary

This position serves as the Deputy General Counsel (Attorney Supervisor) providing daily administration, direction, and oversight of staff in the office. The position represents or coordinates representation of the Commission before all levels of State and Federal Courts and administrative tribunals on all agency matters.As the Deputy, duties include assisting the Commissioners Office and Chief Legal Counsel with planning, operations, and staffing of the functions and responsibilities of the Office of General Counsel. The position assumes the role of leader, coach, facilitator, and supporter of quality management and encourages ongoing evaluation and improvement of processes and teamwork in the execution of efficient and effective regulation. This position acts on behalf of the Chief Legal Counsel in his/her absence.To review the full position description, email Hannah Robarge at hannah.robarge@wisconsin.govSalary Information

This position is in schedule-range (71-01) with

an annual salary of $108,160-$114,940, plus excellent benefits . A 2-year career executive trial period is required. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan.Job Details

Prior to any appointments for position(s) filled from this announcement, candidates may be subject to a comprehensive criminal background check.The Public Service Commission is a registered participant in the federal work authorization program commonly known as E-Verify to verify employment eligibility of all employees hired on or after June 18, 2015.The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin is unable to sponsor work visas for new hires. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States.Certain positions within this Department may allow remote/work from home flexibility for a portion of their work schedule, depending on the needs of the position and the work unit. This topic and any remote work flexibility that may be available will be discussed in more detail in the interview process. For permanent positions that allow remote work flexibility, it is

not

anticipated that working outside of Wisconsin (or bordering cities) will be allowed because positions may need to report to office locations in Wisconsin on short notice.Qualifications

Minimum Qualification:Candidates must be licensed to practice law in the State of Wisconsin at the time of the appointment to the position.Candidate meets the Acceptable level if they have experience with each of the following:Experience providing legal counsel relating to a variety (2 or more) of different legal areas (legal areas may include: administrative law, environmental law, construction law, personnel law, etc.)Litigation experience at all levels of state and federal courts or prosecuting contested matters in an administrative forumExperience preparing witnesses, testimony, cross-examination, and argument for court and agency proceedingsIn addition to having all the criteria listed at the Acceptable level, candidates at the More than Acceptable level have experience with at least one of the following:Experience working in a supervisory or lead role administering and directing the work of attorneys, paralegals, and support staff on litigation mattersExperience providing legal counsel to executive managementLegal experience related to utility lawHow To Apply

Apply online! To apply, click “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Then, you will access your existing account or create a new account if you don’t have one. Once logged in, click “Apply for Job.” Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.Your application materials are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your qualifications as they relate to the job. For instructions on how to develop and what should be included in these materials, click

here . For more information on the basics of the selection process and how the State of WI ensures fair and equitable treatment of all applicants, click

here . The vast majority of applicants are able to outline their background and experience in their resume in 1-3 pages. Any resumes submitted with more than 10 pages will not be considered after page 10. If this job posting requires a letter of qualifications, the same limit applies.Current Wisconsin state employees with Career Executive status need only apply with a resume and letter of qualifications submitted directly to Hannah Robarge at

hannah.robarge@wisconsin.govSubmitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Questions related to the job and how to apply can be directed to Hannah Robarge at hannah.robarge@wisconsin.gov or 608-266-0753. For general wisc.jobs user information and technical assistance, please see the wisc.jobs Frequently Asked Questions page.Deadline to Apply

The deadline to apply is 11:59 PM CT on Tuesday, June 4, 2024.

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