Louisiana Department Of Transportation and Development
Attorney 1-3 (Property Unit)
Louisiana Department Of Transportation and Development, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, us, 70873
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Section 47 – Legal
47/129510/Att1-3/7.30.25-MV
At DOTD, our mission is to innovatively develop and sustain safe and reliable infrastructure comprising highways, multimodal transportation assets, micro-mobility systems, and public works. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to equity.
About This Job:
The DOTD Legal Section is comprised of three units, including 1. The Property Litigation Unit; 2. The Construction Law Unit; and 3. The General Law Unit.
This highly specialized position is responsible for providing legal counsel to the Department regarding application of laws of property and expropriation as well as public bid for construction contracts.
Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency:
http://wwwsp.dotd.la.gov/Inside_LaDOTD/Divisions/Mgmt_Finance/HR/Pages/Career_Center.aspx
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice law.
Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here .
Job Duties:
Job Duties and Other Information
Provides consultation and representation for the DOTD on all matters which are assigned to the Legal Section. The incumbent is responsible for the oversight of cases for the Department involving expropriation law. Provides legal assistance regarding litigation, litigation tactics and strategy, with knowledge and skill in applying Louisiana Revised Statutes, particularly Title 38 and Title 48, pertaining to this area of law. Provides professional legal work in advising the DOTD Real Estate Section in connection with its acquisition of property for DOTD. Designated recipient of competitive bid, bid protest, construction and highway contract claim, project specifications, and LPA project Opinion Requests and is responsible for evaluating information submitted by contractors as needed to assist the Office of Engineering in making a determination. Provides legal advice and counsel to department officials and engineers as required and directed by the General counsel; includes legal research, opinions, contract drafting and review, legislation and administrative regulations. Provides consultation and representation for the department on matters referred to the General Counsel. Consults with section heads of the department and other section officials and also consults with the representatives of other departments and officials of parish and municipal governments and public organizations for the purpose of giving and obtaining assistance, information, cooperation, understanding and the modernization of laws and procedures as they apply to the department.
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type:
Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment or Detail to Special Duty
Career Progression:
This position may be filled as an Attorney 1, 2 or 3. The level at which the vacancy is filled will be determined by the qualifications of the candidate selected.
Compensation:
**Special Entrance Rate (SER)**
Attorney 1 - $2,166.40/biweekly
Attorney 2 - $2,318.40/biweekly
Attorney 3 - $2,561.60/biweekly
Progressive Premium Pay for hours actually worked** 0 months to less than 2 years - $1.00/hour 2 years to less than 4 years - $1.50/hour 4 years or greater - $2.00/hour
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score
is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Melissa Willard
Administrative Program Specialist A
LA DOTD Legal Section
Phone: (225) 242-4667
E-mail: Melissa.willard@la.gov
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.
Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available:
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Louisiana Department Of Transportation and Development 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Attorney 1-3 (Property Unit)
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Louisiana Department Of Transportation and Development Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. About This Job
Section 47 – Legal
47/129510/Att1-3/7.30.25-MV
At DOTD, our mission is to innovatively develop and sustain safe and reliable infrastructure comprising highways, multimodal transportation assets, micro-mobility systems, and public works. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to equity.
About This Job:
The DOTD Legal Section is comprised of three units, including 1. The Property Litigation Unit; 2. The Construction Law Unit; and 3. The General Law Unit.
This highly specialized position is responsible for providing legal counsel to the Department regarding application of laws of property and expropriation as well as public bid for construction contracts.
Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency:
http://wwwsp.dotd.la.gov/Inside_LaDOTD/Divisions/Mgmt_Finance/HR/Pages/Career_Center.aspx
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice law.
Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here .
Job Duties:
Job Duties and Other Information
Provides consultation and representation for the DOTD on all matters which are assigned to the Legal Section. The incumbent is responsible for the oversight of cases for the Department involving expropriation law. Provides legal assistance regarding litigation, litigation tactics and strategy, with knowledge and skill in applying Louisiana Revised Statutes, particularly Title 38 and Title 48, pertaining to this area of law. Provides professional legal work in advising the DOTD Real Estate Section in connection with its acquisition of property for DOTD. Designated recipient of competitive bid, bid protest, construction and highway contract claim, project specifications, and LPA project Opinion Requests and is responsible for evaluating information submitted by contractors as needed to assist the Office of Engineering in making a determination. Provides legal advice and counsel to department officials and engineers as required and directed by the General counsel; includes legal research, opinions, contract drafting and review, legislation and administrative regulations. Provides consultation and representation for the department on matters referred to the General Counsel. Consults with section heads of the department and other section officials and also consults with the representatives of other departments and officials of parish and municipal governments and public organizations for the purpose of giving and obtaining assistance, information, cooperation, understanding and the modernization of laws and procedures as they apply to the department.
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type:
Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment or Detail to Special Duty
Career Progression:
This position may be filled as an Attorney 1, 2 or 3. The level at which the vacancy is filled will be determined by the qualifications of the candidate selected.
Compensation:
**Special Entrance Rate (SER)**
Attorney 1 - $2,166.40/biweekly
Attorney 2 - $2,318.40/biweekly
Attorney 3 - $2,561.60/biweekly
Progressive Premium Pay for hours actually worked** 0 months to less than 2 years - $1.00/hour 2 years to less than 4 years - $1.50/hour 4 years or greater - $2.00/hour
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score
is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Melissa Willard
Administrative Program Specialist A
LA DOTD Legal Section
Phone: (225) 242-4667
E-mail: Melissa.willard@la.gov
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.
Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available:
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