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Hiring Agency:
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<br> Location:
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<br> Hiring Rate:
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<br> Classification Salary Range:
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<br> Job Posting:
</div> JR2024-00002512 Legal Counsel (Open)
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<br> Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
</div> 01-31-2024
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<br> Job Description:
</div> The Nebraska Public Service Commission is seeking an experienced, self-motivated and focused professional to provide legal services for the Nebraska Public Service Commission, which regulates natural gas, telecommunications, wireless E911, transportation, grain warehouses, manufactured and modular housing, private water companies, State 911 and administers the Nebraska Universal Service Fund.
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<li><br> Provide legal services for various departments within the Commission.</li>
<li>Research and prepare orders issued by the Commission.</li>
<li>Coordinate, appear and participate in Commission hearings, meetings and conferences.</li>
<li>Prosecute regulated entities for violations of statutes and Commission regulations.</li>
<li>Draft legislation, rules and regulations, policies and procedures, contracts and other necessary legal documents.</li>
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Hiring Rate: $61,555.52 per year, salary is negotiable commensurate with experience; may be eligible for 5% increase after 6-month original probation.
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Schedule: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday-Friday (flexibility available; the opportunity for remote work after original probation based on policy eligibility)
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<br> REQUIREMENTS: Candidates must have graduated from an accredited law school, must be licensed to practice in Nebraska, AND have two (2) or more years of work experience. Resumes and writing samples required.
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<br> PREFERRED: Two (2) or more years of experience with an emphasis on legal research and writing including but not limited to drafting opinions, legislation, and rules and regulations. Civil or administrative practice experience will also be considered beneficial.
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
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Knowledge of: Civil law and procedure, administrative law, and the legislative process; the rules of evidence; the principles and practices of legal research; the procedures of trial and administrative hearings;
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Skill in: Preparing summaries, legal analyses, findings, conclusions, briefs and other legal documents; and negotiating and communicating effectively with others.
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Ability to: Research federal, state and local laws and statutes and determine applicability; prepare and communicate the facts and arguments of a case to persuade other to accept the viewpoint presented; interact with legal associates, other government employees, the public, and parties’ representatives; prepare drafts of legal documents and forms; identify critical elements of legal questions or issues and select appropriate course of action; interpret and apply statues, case law, administrative decisions, and administrative rules and policies; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with groups and individuals from diverse backgrounds; and work under pressure, prioritize work, meet deadlines and multi-task.
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Dress Code: Employees are expected to attend Commission Meetings and hearings in business formal attire. Commission Meetings typically occur on Tuesdays but may occur on other days and are scheduled well in advance. Reasonable casual attire is allowed for all other days.
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<br> Benefits
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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> Equal Opportunity Statement
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The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
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Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.
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Applicants who need accommodation in the selection process should request this in advance. Requests can be made by contacting the Nebraska State Personnel Office 1526 K Street, Suite 100, Lincoln, NE. (402)471-2075.
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These positions are subject to application of Veterans' Preference.
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