Attorney - Transaction Counsel

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:If you are the right person for this opportunity, you will have the following knowledge, skills or abilities:Exemplary written, verbal, and interpersonal skills necessary to communicate and work successfully with courts, legal colleagues, Department staff, board members, legislators, and Montana citizens;Demonstrated aptitude for identifying, researching, and analyzing complex legal issues, and directing a course of action to resolve problems;Working knowledge of administrative, litigation, and legislative procedures; state and federal statutes, regulations, case law, and constitutional provisions pertinent to the Department’s mission and duties;Sound judgment in advising regulatory boards to ensure fair and safe delivery of professional services without imposing unfair and unnecessary burdens on Montana’s professional workforce.Knowledge or interest in privacy law (including CIPP/US certification) preferred.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Any combination of relevant experience and education to successfully perform the essential functions of the position will be considered.Required:This position requires a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited school of law and admittance to the Montana Bar and Federal District Courts.Must be able to pass a background check.HOW TO APPLY FOR THIS OPPORTUNITY:A complete state application is not required; however, you will need to initiate the application and attach the resume, cover letter or other required documents at time of application to be considered for this position. Failure to attach the cover letter and resume will result in your application being considered incomplete and will not be considered further. Materials submitted but not requested will not be considered in the selection process.Required application materials:Cover Letter:

include a letter of interest.Resume:

include all work experience you have held that would help you qualify for this position, including duties, dates of employment.Only online applications will be accepted. By applying online, you can receive updates and monitor the status of your application.If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR office.JOB DUTIES:As a transactions team Attorney with DLI, you will serve as Agency Counsel representing DLI and attached boards. Duties include:Drafting and reviewing administrative rules for DLI and its attached boards.Representing DLI and the quasi-judicial functions of its attached boards.Drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and enforcing contracts.Policy research and legislative drafting.State and federal compliance reviews for DLI programs.Occasional representation of DLI or its boards in appropriate litigation before administrative tribunals and the courts.Providing day-to-day advice for DLI boards and programs.

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