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    Governor's Office of General Counsel

    Attorney Vacancy

    Governor's Office of General Counsel

    Labor & Employment Attorney
    Office of Administration, Office of Chief Counsel

     

    Are you a motivated attorney seeking more predictable hours, a better work/life balance, and freedom from billable hour requirements? If so, consider joining the legal team at the Office of Administration (OA), Office of Chief Counsel (OA-OCC). 

    OA-OCC, which is part of the Governor’s Office of General Counsel (OGC), is seeking a Pennsylvania licensed attorney to serve as an Assistant Counsel in its Labor and Employment Division.  This position provides a great opportunity to start or continue a legal career with OGC, offering a competitive salary and a hybrid work schedule of three in-office days (Harrisburg, PA) and two remote days per week, subject to the discretion of the General Counsel.  The selected candidate will be classified as an Attorney 1, 2, or 3, based on the candidate’s prior work experience.

     

    What You'll Do:

    OA-OCC’s Labor and Employment Division serves as in-house counsel to OA on agency and enterprise human resource (HR) matters.  As an Assistant Counsel, you will represent OA and other Commonwealth agencies in labor and employment matters before various administrative tribunals, including the Pennsylvania Labor Relations Board, labor arbitrators, Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission, State Civil Service Commission, and Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, as well as in appellate matters before the Commonwealth Court.  You will also assist in the development and drafting of enterprise-wide HR policies and trainings, advise on collective bargaining matters, analyze bills and recently enacted legislation, research legal issues and prepare advisory memoranda for the client, Deputy Chief Counsel, and Chief Counsel. 

     

    What We’re Looking For:

    The ideal candidate should have a strong work ethic, exceptional written and verbal communication skills, superb research and analytical skills, and a keen attention to detail.  The ideal candidate should also be self-motivated and able to independently manage a diverse range of legal matters in a timely fashion, as well as be able to engage effectively with clients and colleagues in a collaborative environment.  Litigation experience, with a minimum of two years of experience in public sector labor and employment matters, is preferred but not required.  Experience with employee benefits plans, including a working knowledge of the Affordable Care Act, is also preferred but not required. 

     

    Why Join OGC?

    Working as an attorney with the OGC offers a unique and fulfilling career opportunity where you can make a significant impact on the people of Pennsylvania.  Employees enjoy a dynamic and supportive work environment that fosters professional growth and development.  This role not only allows you to contribute to the public good but also provides ample opportunities to hone your legal skills in a collaborative setting.  

    In addition to meaningful work, the OGC offers: 

    • Competitive Benefits Package:  Top-tier health care options, retirement plans, and generous paid time off.

    • Work-Life Balance:  Excel in your career while having the time to enjoy your personal life.  

    • Continuous Learning:  A supportive culture that fosters ongoing professional development and advancement.  

    Joining our team means being part of a respected institution dedicated to legal excellence and public service. To learn more about OGC’s mission and what it is like to be part of the OGC team, visit our website, at https://www.pa.gov/agencies/ogc/ogc-careers-home.

     

    Qualifications:

    • Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school. 
    •  Active membership in good standing with the Pennsylvania Bar.  

    To Apply:

    Interested attorneys should send a cover letter setting forth their interest in this position, a resume, and a writing sample (no more than 10 pages) not later than May 30, 2025, to ogchiring@pa.gov, directed to Derek Riker, Deputy Chief of Staff, 30 North 3rd Street, Suite 200, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17101. 

    OGC is an Equal 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.