Salary : $4,694.00 - $9,211.00 Monthly
Location : Baton Rouge, LA
Job Type: Classified
Job Number:Department: DCE-Conservation and Energy
Division: Office of the Secretary
Opening Date: 10/21/2026
Closing Date: 10/31/2026 11:59 PM Central
About this JobOffice of the Secretary - Office of Legal ServicesThe incumbent independently manages a diverse legal portfolio, advises leadership on statutory and regulatory compliance, and assists in developing and implementing policies and procedures that support the agency's mission. Work is performed with substantial independence and requires strong judgment, analytical ability, and understanding of applicable state and federal laws.
Minimum QualificationsPossession 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 and Other InformationJob Duties:
- Serves as the dedicated contact for the Department of Conservation and Energy (C&E) on legal matters related to C&E and LOSCO
- Provides legal advice to (C&E) management and executive leadership on statutes, rules, policies, and procedures related to C&E and LOSCO.
- Advises on policy and program implementation to ensure consistency with legal authority and risk management practices.
- Conducts advanced legal research and prepares legal opinions, briefs, and memoranda on complex or precedent-setting issues.
- Represents the agency and LOSCO in administrative hearings, mediations, and judicial proceedings.
- Coordinates with the Office of the Attorney General or outside counsel as appropriate.
- Prepares and reviews pleadings, motions, and other legal filings.
- Advises on regulatory compliance, enforcement actions, and administrative procedures.
- Participates in the development and review of agency policies and internal procedures to ensure legal sufficiency.
- Collaborates with internal divisions, external partners, and other government entities to address shared legal concerns.
- Performs additional related duties in support of the agency's legal and operational objectives as directed by the supervisor, Executive Counsel, and/or executive leadership
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probational or Promotional
This vacancy is being announced as a classified position and is open to all qualified applicants. This position requires the selected applicant to serve a minimum probationary period of twelve (12) months. A current, permanent status state employee may be required to accept a probational appointment in lieu of promotion. Additional Vacancies may be filled from this announcement within 90 days of the closing date.
Career Progression: This position may be filled as an Attorney 1, 2, 3, or 4.
Work Schedule: Work hours are flexible.
Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
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 the position 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. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
For further information about this vacancy, contact:Human Resources
Department of Conservation and Energy
PO Box 94396
Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9396
Email:
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Are you currently licensed to practice law in the state of Louisiana?
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*****PLEASE NOTE: Experience as a licensed attorney will only be credited on and after the date (mm/yy) you gained your law license. If you do not provide the issue date, we will be unable to credit any experience listed.If you answered yes to the question above, please list your Bar Roll Number and the original issuance date of your license (mm/yy). If you answered no to the question above, please type "N/A".
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