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Nebraska Department of Education

Legal Counsel (Legal Counsel II)

Nebraska Department of Education, Lincoln, Nebraska, United States, 68511

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Nebraska Department of Education Direct message the job poster from Nebraska Department of Education The Nebraska Department of Education is looking for a Legal Counsel to join our high functioning legal team and provide legal assistance and opinions to provide overall agency support. The hiring team is looking for candidates with high integrity, attention to detail, and critical thinking and analytical skills. This position will spend some time with contracts and procurement, so previous experience with contract and procurement law is preferred. If you have administrative hearing experience, thats a plus! Office Location:

This position is assigned to our office located at 84th & O St, Lincoln, NE. Pay Grade 11:

$84,393.74/ year This rate is based upon available budget funds; any offer will be made at this rate. In addition to being part of meaningful work and making a difference through public service, our Total Compensation package includes an approximate $31,600 in additional Benefits value! See full benefits information at https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits Essential Functions Drafts and reviews contracts, provides legal interpretation, and advises on enforceability of contracts. Drafts Requests for Proposals (RFPs) to support procurement activities, and assists with evaluation of scoring. Reviews and prosecutes certification investigations and certification reinstatement cases. Assists with legal responsibilities related to issuance of educator certificates by the Commissioner of Education, handling investigations, prosecution, and administrative hearings. Collaborates with investigators to review reports, assess legal burden of proof, conduct discovery, participate in hearings, and draft briefs. Responds to public records requests, analyzes documents aligned with the Public Records Act, and responds with appropriate information within legal guidelines. Reviews and responds to Miscellaneous Expense, Tort, and Contract claims filed with DAS. Researches, interprets, and applies court decisions, statutes, regulations, and other sources of information. Collaborates to ensure appropriate advice, information, interpretations, and recommendations are provided in regard to implementation of education laws. Maintains regular & reliable attendance, possesses a valid drivers license and travels independently, and works in a variety of settings. Working Conditions and Travel: This position requires approximately 75% of work time spent in an office environment; the remaining 25% is spent traveling or working in alternative sites such as meetings, hearings, and trainings. There is also approximately five days of overnight travel per year. Requirements / Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Juris Doctor from an accredited law school, admission to practice law in Nebraska, and two years of experience in the practice of law. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with administrative hearings, state procurement law, and drafting, reviewing, and interpreting contracts. If you have any questions about this posting or working at NDE, please email us at nde.hrjobpostings@nebraska.gov. Seniority level

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