Legal Counsel

Job Description:

Legal Counsel

Description

LEGAL COUNSEL- TRANSPORTATION

DEPARTMENT OF REVENUE

Location: Cape Girardeau, Missouri

HOW THIS POSITION SUPPORTS THE DEPARTMENT'S VISION;

Legal Counsel Attorneys primarily handle civil litigation for the Transportation Section of the General Counsel's Office. Attorneys represent the Department in civil driver license and motor vehicle cases at the trial level, and conduct administrative hearings. This position affords the opportunity for advancement and professional career development, and provides substantial training and mentorship. Opportunities for a flexible schedule are available. The Missouri Department of Revenue is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualifying employer.

DUTIES PERFORMED TO SUPPORT THE DEPARTMENT'S VISION:

• Represent the Department in administrative hearings and circuit court bench trials
• Provide general legal advice to Department personnel
• Legal research and writing
• Periodic in-state travel

CORE COMPENTENCIES NEEDED:

Strategic Thinking Self-Directed

Computer literacy Attention to Detail

Effective Writing Clear Communication

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Missouri Bar license in good standing
• Ability to exercise critical reasoning skills
• Ability to effectively work and communicate with coworkers, attorneys, and the courts
• Ability to work independently

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION:

• Self-motivated, independent and reliable professional
• Relevant experience is valued, but not required

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health, dental, vision and life insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here

Salary:

$67,080 per Year