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<b>Description</b>
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Are you an Attorney looking for a new role to tackle? We have a dynamic group of experienced attorneys and paralegals who are dedicated, fun and just great teammates!
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<br> Here's what we can offer:
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<li>State-matched retirement contribution of 156%!</li>
<li>13 paid holidays</li>
<li>Generous leave accruals that begin immediately</li>
<li>A culture that embraces work-life balance</li>
<li>Tuition reimbursement program</li>
<li>79% employer-paid health insurance plans</li>
<li>Dental and vision insurance plans</li>
<li>Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy</li>
<li>Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service</li>
<li>Training and development based on your career aspirations</li>
<li>Job security and stability, even during times of economic hardship</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Program</li>
<li>Fun, inviting teammates</li>
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<br> 8 am - 5 pm M-F
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<br> Hiring rate: Negotiable; commensurate with education and/or experience, if approved.
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<br> Location: Lincoln/Some remote upon completion of probation
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<b>Examples of Work</b>
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<p>+ Provides legal counsel to the Division of Public Health, and represents the Department in administrative hearings related to public health licensure.<br> + This position has a direct impact on public safety, including but not limited to representation of the Department in discipline and emergency actions related to professional and individual health care licenses.<br> + Managing legal concerns related to surveillance and response to communicable diseases.<br> + Act as a liaison with the private legal community on complex legal issues and legal issues that arise within the statutory ambiguity.</p>
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<b>Qualifications / Requirements</b>
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<p>REQUIREMENTS: Three years of experience as an attorney practicing law and providing legal services such as preparing and trying cases, advising clients, and/or interpreting laws or administrative policies.<br> <br> PREFERRED: Prior work experience in the field of Public Health preferred.<br> <br> In accordance with Section 7-101, Nebraska Revised, Reissued Statutes of l943, incumbents in this class must be admitted to the Nebraska Bar.</p>
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<b>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities</b>
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<p>Ability to: Provide legal support to the areas within public health; interpret and apply statutes, case law, decision of court/administrative hearings, federal and state regulations, and administrative rules and policies on a variety of legal issues; effectively communicate and interact with legal associated, other governmental employees, and the public; conduct legal research, knowledge of Westlaw; formulate legal opinions and recommendations based on legal research, identify critical elements of legal questions or issues; and use of a computer for word processing, research, meetings and communication, and case information/filing.</p>
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We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
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<br> Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! For more information on benefits currently offered to permanent teammates, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits
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