Attorney Associate

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, youll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, youll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Indiana Office of Administrative Law Proceedings (OALP):

The Indiana Office of Administrative Law Proceedings (OALP) was established as a new state agency in 2020 to provide a central and independent hearings process for administrative cases with different Indiana State agencies. OALP has a staff of administrative law judges (ALJs) who hear disputes between certain state agencies and persons aggrieved by that agency's action, as well as a team of Legal Assistants (LAs) who assist our ALJs with case management and data. Some of the state agencies for which OALP hears cases include the Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA), the Department of Child Services (DCS), and the Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV). A full list of agencies can be found at https://www.in.gov/oalp/oalp-resources/oalp-jurisdiction/. The mission of OALP is to provide efficient, effective, and impartial adjudicatory processes for Indiana's citizens and agencies.

Role Overview:

The OALP Staff Attorney provides legal support to the agency under the direction of the General Counsel. This position conducts legal research, drafts and reviews policies, assists with legislation and administrative rule development, and provides support on legal and operational issues as needed. The attorney may support litigation related work, maintain legal records, prepare written legal analyses, and ensure agency practices align with applicable laws and regulations.

Essential Functions:

• Provide legal support to the General Counsel on various agency matters.
• Draft, review, and provide legal analysis for agency policies, procedures, and legal documents.
• Research, interpret, and advise on laws, rules, regulations, and legal opinions impacting agency operations.
• Draft and review proposed legislation and administrative rules as needed.
• Utilize legal resources, dockets, files, and official records relevant to agency legal matters.
• Apply litigation skills as needed in support of agency legal matters.
• Assist in organizing and managing caseloads for legal tasks.
• Review pleadings, motions, discovery, and similar legal materials.
• Update training materials and agency policies to reflect legal changes or best practices.
• Prepare legal memoranda, briefs, or other written legal assignments.

Minimum Qualifications and Competencies:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Recent passage of the Indiana Bar Examination and admission to practice law in the State of Indiana.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to interpret statutes, regulations, and case law and apply them to operational settings.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain legal concepts to nonlegal staff.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple assignments, deadlines, and priorities.
• Proficiency in reviewing, drafting, and editing legal documents with attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Professional judgment, discretion, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Commitment to learning agency operations, legal frameworks, and applicable administrative processes.

Salary Statement:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $67,314.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans

• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards

• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution

• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match

• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options

• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:

• 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers

• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave

• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off

• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years

• Education Reimbursement Program

• Group life insurance

• Referral Bonus program

• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits

• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

• Free Parking for most positions

• Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.