Contract Attorney Jobs in Baton Rouge, LA (NOW HIRING)

About this Job The mission of the Louisiana Department of Health is to protect and promote health and to ensure access to medical, preventive, and rehabilitative services for all residents of the State of Louisiana. Learn more about the Louisiana Department of Health Make an Impact Through the Power of the Law. This position is assigned to handle legal matters regarding the Economic Stability Program, which includes but is not limited to SNAP, TANF, FITAP, Kinship Care matters, and the Disability Determination Services (DDS) Program.

This attorney position handles not only contract matters relating to these programs, but also general programmatic legal issues, appeals, and civil rights complaints for these programs. This position will also handle public records requests related to these programs. Minimum Qualifications Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice law plus three years of experience as a practicing attorney.

Job Specification The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here. Job Duties and Other Information Job Duties: Provides legal counsel and guidance on matters involving the Economic Stability Program, including SNAP, TANF, FITAP, Kinship Care, and Disability Determination Services (DDS). Advises program staff and leadership on legal issues related to the administration and operation of assigned programs.

Reviews, drafts, and provides legal guidance on contracts and related agreements supporting Economic Stability Program services and operations. Handles legal appeals and represents the agency in matters arising from the administration of assigned programs. Reviews and responds to civil rights complaints and provides legal guidance regarding applicable civil rights requirements.

Researches and interprets applicable federal and state laws, regulations, policies, and legal authorities affecting Economic Stability Programs. Responds to and coordinates public records requests related to assigned programs, ensuring compliance with applicable legal requirements. Position-Specific Details: Location: Office of the Secretary / Legal / East Baton Rouge Parish Appointment Type: This position may be filled as a Probationary appointment, Promotional appointment, Job appointment (temporary appointment that may last up to 48 months) Cost Center: 3071070203 Position Number(s): 50689199 Compensation: This position is eligible for the following Special Entrance Rates (SER) Attorney 4 - $39.07 hr / $3,125.60 bi-weekly 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 information on how to check your application status and understand status updates, please click HERE. Contact Information: Deanda Thymes Deanda.Thymes@la.gov LA Department of Health (LDH) Division of Human Resources PO Box 4818 Baton Rouge, LA 70821 225-342-6477 This organization participates in E-verify, and for more information on E-verify, please contact DHS at 1-888-464-4218. LDH supports Louisiana's commitment to being a State as a Model Employer (SAME) by promoting the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities

Information on the Louisiana Works, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available here. LDH is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to recruit a highly productive and diverse workforce and will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and prospective employees. Employment decisions shall be based strictly on merit and without regard to religious or political beliefs, sex, race, or any other non-merit factor.