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GOVERNOR’S OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL (HARRISBURG)
ASSISTANT COUNSEL (ATTORNEY 3 or 4)
PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

The Pennsylvania Governor’s Office of General Counsel (OGC) seeks an attorney with a minimum of six (6) years of practice experience to advise the Department of Health’s Medical Marijuana Office (Office) on day-to-day legal issues and represent the Office in litigation matters. The position is based in Harrisburg.

Day-to-day activities involve advising the Office on all issues relating to the Medical Marijuana Act and Temporary Regulations, including providing advice on novel questions as they arise. Litigation relating to administrative actions involves drafting and defending orders imposing civil monetary penalties, restrictions on permits, and other statutorily permitted sanctions. Additionally, this attorney will be expected to represent the Office in administrative hearings before the Department of State and, if needed, the appellate courts. Counsel will also need to review and respond to records requests and subpoenas. Regulatory drafting may be required.

This position requires excellent written and oral communications skills, attention to detail, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to foster trust and respect, including creating friendly and collaborative working relationships with colleagues and clients.

The Governor’s Office of General Counsel provides efficient, responsive legal services to the Commonwealth, the Governor, members of his cabinet and more than 30 executive branch agencies, including the Department of Health, that conduct the business of the Commonwealth. This includes rendering legal advice and representation concerning matters and issues arising in connection with the operation of executive agencies under the Governor’s jurisdiction, as well as select independent agencies.

In addition to the aforementioned relevant experience, the successful candidate must have a Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school and be a member in good standing with the Pennsylvania Bar. Interested applicants should send a cover letter setting forth interest in this position, resume, and a writing sample of 10 pages or fewer no later than April 29, 2022 to Rodney R. Akers, Deputy General Counsel, 333 Market Street, 17th Floor Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17101. OGC is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $78,612.00 - $119,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• Are you currently a Pennsylvania resident?

License/Certification:

• Pennsylvania Bar license (Required)

Work Location: One location

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