West Virginia
General Counsel - Public Service Commission - Kanawha Co.
West Virginia, Charleston, West Virginia, United States
Overview
*** This job opportunity is not in the classified service and is not covered by the West Virginia Division of Personnel merit system. *** Under administrative direction, performs highly responsible legal work as the attorney and the chief legal officer to the Public Service Commission Chairman. Plans, assigns and directs the legal work of a staff of attorneys in the Office of General Counsel. Supervises and mentors, with assistance of the Associate General Counsel, a staff of attorneys. Performs highly responsible legal work in connection with public and private utility companies. Provides written and oral legal advice and opinion to the Commission in its deliberations and processes, and in other legal matters that might involve the Commission or its Commissioners; determines further appeal of contested cases and makes recommendations concerning final clearance. Provides legal representation of the Commission in various legal forums outside of the Commission, including state and federal court, legislative hearings and other federal and state agencies. Represents the agency in administrative hearings and appellate courts as well as state and federal courts and agencies. Reviews and analyzes proposed and enacted legislation, provides summaries of such analysis to the Commission, and when asked, participates in legislative hearings and discussions as a representative of the Commission. Provides oral and written opinions to other division directors, staff and outside counsel as needed. In addition to all case-related functions, the General Counsel fulfills many other ad hoc roles and activities as assigned or requested from time to time in the general administration and functioning of the Commission as an adviser to the Commission. Assists in formulating and drafting internal Commission policies and rules. Assists in formulating and drafting internal personnel policies and assists in the resolution of personnel conflicts. Reviews and approves a variety of contracts. Performs other related duties as required.
Responsibilities
Plan, assign and direct the legal work of the Office of General Counsel for the Public Service Commission. Supervise and mentor a staff of attorneys, with assistance from the Associate General Counsel. Provide written and oral legal advice and opinions to the Commission and its Commissioners; determine appeals and make recommendations concerning final clearance of contested cases. Represent the Commission in state and federal courts, administrative hearings, appellate courts, and legislative hearings. Review and analyze proposed and enacted legislation and provide summaries; participate in legislative hearings when required. Draft and advise on internal Commission policies, rules, and personnel policies; assist in resolving personnel conflicts. Review and approve contracts; fulfill other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Training:
Admission to practice law in the State of West Virginia. Experience:
Nine years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in the practice of law, including trial experience in administrative or judicial proceedings. Substitution:
One year of full-time or equivalent part-time paid employment as an attorney with the agency to which assigned shall be considered the equivalent of two years of other qualifying experience. Note:
Your complete work history is needed to qualify you for positions. Please be as detailed as possible and list all of your past employment.
Application and Notices
IMPORTANT: You MUST complete ALL parts of the application, including the Work Experience section, or you may attach a detailed resume. Review the “Other Information” section of this listing for any specific instructions. Applicants may provide verification of post high school education by submitting an official transcript or diploma, training or licensure earned pertaining to this position by the closing date of the posting, if not previously verified. Protecting your personal information is our highest priority; redact Social Security Numbers and/or birthdates before submitting.
Please attach documents to the online application before submitting it. You may also email them to: applicantservices@wv.gov or send by U.S. mail to: WV Division of Personnel, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Building 3, Suite 500, Charleston, WV 25305. Be sure to submit your application for each position of interest. You may opt to receive email notifications for new postings via a Job Interest Card from the Job Opportunities page.
Salary
Special salary range for the Public Service Commission:
The Public Service Commission has established a salary range of $108,881 to $131,800 for this classification.
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*** This job opportunity is not in the classified service and is not covered by the West Virginia Division of Personnel merit system. *** Under administrative direction, performs highly responsible legal work as the attorney and the chief legal officer to the Public Service Commission Chairman. Plans, assigns and directs the legal work of a staff of attorneys in the Office of General Counsel. Supervises and mentors, with assistance of the Associate General Counsel, a staff of attorneys. Performs highly responsible legal work in connection with public and private utility companies. Provides written and oral legal advice and opinion to the Commission in its deliberations and processes, and in other legal matters that might involve the Commission or its Commissioners; determines further appeal of contested cases and makes recommendations concerning final clearance. Provides legal representation of the Commission in various legal forums outside of the Commission, including state and federal court, legislative hearings and other federal and state agencies. Represents the agency in administrative hearings and appellate courts as well as state and federal courts and agencies. Reviews and analyzes proposed and enacted legislation, provides summaries of such analysis to the Commission, and when asked, participates in legislative hearings and discussions as a representative of the Commission. Provides oral and written opinions to other division directors, staff and outside counsel as needed. In addition to all case-related functions, the General Counsel fulfills many other ad hoc roles and activities as assigned or requested from time to time in the general administration and functioning of the Commission as an adviser to the Commission. Assists in formulating and drafting internal Commission policies and rules. Assists in formulating and drafting internal personnel policies and assists in the resolution of personnel conflicts. Reviews and approves a variety of contracts. Performs other related duties as required.
Responsibilities
Plan, assign and direct the legal work of the Office of General Counsel for the Public Service Commission. Supervise and mentor a staff of attorneys, with assistance from the Associate General Counsel. Provide written and oral legal advice and opinions to the Commission and its Commissioners; determine appeals and make recommendations concerning final clearance of contested cases. Represent the Commission in state and federal courts, administrative hearings, appellate courts, and legislative hearings. Review and analyze proposed and enacted legislation and provide summaries; participate in legislative hearings when required. Draft and advise on internal Commission policies, rules, and personnel policies; assist in resolving personnel conflicts. Review and approve contracts; fulfill other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Training:
Admission to practice law in the State of West Virginia. Experience:
Nine years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in the practice of law, including trial experience in administrative or judicial proceedings. Substitution:
One year of full-time or equivalent part-time paid employment as an attorney with the agency to which assigned shall be considered the equivalent of two years of other qualifying experience. Note:
Your complete work history is needed to qualify you for positions. Please be as detailed as possible and list all of your past employment.
Application and Notices
IMPORTANT: You MUST complete ALL parts of the application, including the Work Experience section, or you may attach a detailed resume. Review the “Other Information” section of this listing for any specific instructions. Applicants may provide verification of post high school education by submitting an official transcript or diploma, training or licensure earned pertaining to this position by the closing date of the posting, if not previously verified. Protecting your personal information is our highest priority; redact Social Security Numbers and/or birthdates before submitting.
Please attach documents to the online application before submitting it. You may also email them to: applicantservices@wv.gov or send by U.S. mail to: WV Division of Personnel, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Building 3, Suite 500, Charleston, WV 25305. Be sure to submit your application for each position of interest. You may opt to receive email notifications for new postings via a Job Interest Card from the Job Opportunities page.
Salary
Special salary range for the Public Service Commission:
The Public Service Commission has established a salary range of $108,881 to $131,800 for this classification.
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