State of Indiana

Chief Counsel of Advisory

State of Indiana$122K — $162K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Licensed to practice law in Indiana
  • Exceptional skills in writing, research, and editing
  • Strong communication skills
  • Ability to analyze complex legal questions
  • Competent supervisory skills
  • Expertise in Indiana law and administrative procedures

Responsibilities

  • Supervise Advisory Division personnel and daily operations
  • Prepare communications for state agencies and other entities
  • Craft responses to public access requests
  • Assign personnel to various legal tasks and functions
  • Deliver public presentations on Advisory Division matters
  • Evaluate personnel equitably per office procedures
  • Participate in candidate interviews for employment or internships
  • Act as a resource for Advisory Division personnel
  • Collaborate with other divisions to foster a collegial work environment

Benefits

  • Four medical plan options with RX coverage
  • Wellness program with potential gift card rewards
  • Health savings account with state contributions
  • Deferred compensation account with employer match
  • Two fully-funded pension plan options
  • Group life insurance coverage
  • Employee assistance program for behavioral health
  • Paid vacation, personal, and sick time off
  • 12 paid holidays, 14 in election years
  • New Parent Leave policy
  • Qualified for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
  • Free 24/7 permit parking at government facilities
Full Job Description
Salary: $122,416.00 - $162,201.00 Annually
Location : Indianapolis, IN
Job Type: Full-Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number:
Division: Advisory
Section: Advisory
Opening Date: 08/11/2026
FLSA: Determined by Position

Description
The Chief Counsel provides direct support to all Deputy Attorneys General and other personnel assigned to the Advisory Division in the discharge of their various duties and responsibilities. This direct support includes supervising Advisory Division personnel, recommending assignments, providing input on personnel evaluations, and serving as a resource.

Examples of Duties
  • Will serve as the direct supervisor of Advisory Division personnel in the daily discharge of the responsibilities of this office, to include:
    • Preparation of effective formal and informal communications to state agencies and other entities;
    • Crafting responses to public access requests;
    • Assigning personnel to various tasks, including counsel to boards or other governmental entities, service as administrative law judges, and designation as lead author on advisory opinion requests.
  • Will possess experience, knowledge, and skill in reviewing, approving, or crafting contracts, grants, leases, regulations, memoranda of understanding, and other documents of a similar nature.
  • Will possess experience, knowledge, and skill in administrative law, including the responsibilities and obligations of administrative adjudicators under the Administrative Orders and Procedures Act or similar state and federal laws affecting such proceedings.
  • Will possess the experience, knowledge, and skill to speak publicly on matters affecting the Advisory Division and the Office of the Attorney General.
  • Will possess the ability to communicate effectively with the public and with those entities and persons reliant upon the Office of the Attorney General for legal services.
  • Will assist in the equitable evaluation of personnel, pursuant to office procedures.
  • Will participate in any interviews of candidates for employment or internship.
  • Will serve as a resource to personnel with respect to any function of the Advisory Division and its personnel.
  • Will work cooperatively with all other divisions of the Office of the Attorney General to enhance the overall collegial atmosphere.
  • Will discharge any additional responsibilities required by Chief Deputy.

Typical Skills and Qualifications

  • Be licensed to practice law in the State of Indiana
  • Possess exceptional skills in writing, research, and editing
  • Possess exceptional communication skills
  • Be able to analyze complex questions and law
  • Have the ability to effectively supervise personnel
  • Have the ability to competently manage agency relationships and communications
  • Possess knowledge and skill in Indiana law, administrative law, contract management, public access requirements, "open door" applications, and board relations


The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
  • Four (4) medical plan options (including RX coverage) and vision/dental coverages
  • Wellness program - earn back dollars in the form of gift cards
  • Health savings account (includes bi-weekly state contribution)
  • Deferred compensation account (similar to 401k plan) with employer match
  • Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
  • Group life insurance
  • Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
  • Paid vacation, personal and sick time off
  • Competitive leave policies covering a variety of employee needs.
  • 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
  • New Parent Leave
  • Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
  • Free 24/7 permit parking at an Indiana Government Center surface lot or parking garage

More information on State of Indiana Benefits can be found at

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