AttorneyPrint (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan/jobs/newprint/4446134) ApplyAttorneySalary$65,713.00 AnnuallyLocation Lansing, MIJob TypeUnclassifiedRemote EmploymentFlexible/HybridJob Number0317-05-2024DepartmentLegislative CouncilOpening Date03/26/2024Closing Date4/16/2024 5:00 PM EasternBargaining UnitN/A
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Job DescriptionThis employee functions as staff attorney serving as nonpartisan Legal Counsel to the Michigan Legislature. The attorney assists legislators and their staff in drafting bills, substitutes, and amendments and tracking them through the legislative process. The attorney is expected to develop an area of subject matter specialization as well as considerable knowledge of the legislative process. Employee attends legislative committee and workgroup meetings and responds to technical and legal questions concerning legislation. In addition to bill drafting, the attorney conducts legal research, analyzes legal documents, and writes legal and research memorandums for legislators and other Council personnel.The Legislative Service Bureau (LSB) is part of the Michigan Legislative Council. The LSB Legal Division provides the Michigan Legislature with nonpartisan legal counsel, bill drafting, law compilation and publishing, and other related services that support the lawmaking process. The attorney position has two levels: Attorney and Senior Attorney.Position Description (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/JobDescriptionAttorneyApril2024.pdf) Required Education and ExperienceMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Possession of Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school with a minimum 3.0 GPA required.
Must possess current membership in good standing in the State Bar of Michigan.
Previous legal work experience with state statutes, state government operations, and the legislative process helpful.
Excellent writing and research skills required, including knowledge of legal research resources.
Excellent oral and interpersonal communication skills required, including the ability to work with diverse personalities.
Ability to work collaboratively with others in a team environment.
Must be willing and able to work overtime and irregular hours, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
Additional Requirements and InformationOnline applications only are being accepted through the State of Michigan’s NEOGOV job posting website athttps://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan.Applicants must include the following three items as separate attachments in the online application for full consideration:
Cover letter outlining interest and qualifications.
Resume.
A copy of college transcripts.
A copy of law school transcripts.
The deadline to apply is 5:00 pm on April 16, 2024, or until filled.The Legislative Council is a nonpartisan legislative information and service agency. This is an unclassified, non-Civil Service position in State government. All Legislative Council employees are considered “at-will,” except for LSB Printing Division union members. Employees are required to be non-partisan.This job is located at Boji Tower, 124 W. Allegan Street, Lansing, Michigan.For questions, call the Legislative Service Bureau Human Resources Office at (517) 373-9643.For technical support with your application, call NeoGov Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627. State employment benefits include everything from health insurance to retirement income and are worth about 40% of your salary. Employee premiums shares are required for most insurances.This page gives a brief explanation of some of the benefits that are provided by the Legislative Council. See details on these and other employment information.Leave TimeFull-time employees receive between 15 and 35 vacation leave days per year and13 sick days per year.HolidaysLegislative Council employees receive 13 scheduled holidays each year.Alternative Work SchedulesFlexible work schedules are available in some jobs. Flexible schedules may be limited to certain time periods per year.Insurance and Other BenefitsInsurances include health, vision, dental and life. Employees also have the option to purchase voluntary insurances for additional life, accidental death, long term disability, long term care, and legal services, to name a few. Premiums vary for these insurances. Flexible spending accounts for medical expenses and child care are also available.Deferred CompensationEmployees may invest income in a tax-deferred retirement investment program. The state offers two optional deferred compensation plans, the 457 and 401(k). Employees decide the amount deducted from each paycheck.RetirementEmployees receive a minimum 4% state contribution toward their defined contribution retirement fund. If an employee elects to contribute more, the state will match that percentage (up to 3%).AgencyState of MichiganDepartmentLegislative [email protected] W. Allegan Street, 4th FloorLansing, Michigan, 48909Phone517-373-0212Websitehttp://council.legislature.mi.gov/CouncilAdministrator/IndexApplyPlease verify your email addressVerify Email