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    Governor's Office of General Counsel

    Attorney Vacancy

    Governor's Office of General Counsel (Harrisburg)

    Assistant Counsel (Attorney 2)
    Office of Chief Counsel, Department of Community and Economic Development

     

    The Pennsylvania Governor’s Office of General Counsel (OGC) seeks a licensed transactions-oriented attorney with qualifying law experience in the areas of contracts, procurement, regulation, and financing. This opportunity is based in Harrisburg’s Capitol Complex and provides legal services to the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) Office of Chief Counsel by providing legal services to its Contracting, Procurement and Financing Units. While it is anticipated that this position will be filled as an Attorney 2, the ultimate classification level and salary will be dependent on the level of directly relevant experience possessed by the successful applicant.

     

    What You'll Do:

    At DCED, the law is a tool for building opportunity. Our mission is to advance shared prosperity across Pennsylvania by championing sound stewardship, sustainable development, and inclusive economic growth. We serve as trusted advisors and advocates to communities and industries across the Commonwealth, delivering strategic guidance, technical assistance, and resources that help ideas become impact.

    As Assistant Counsel, you’ll be at the center of that work. You will negotiate, draft, and review a wide range of contracts and procurement instruments that support DCED’s programs and initiatives. You’ll provide practical, solutions-oriented legal advice on transactional, procurement, and related regulatory matters, partnering closely with program staff to move projects forward while protecting the Commonwealth’s interests. In this role, your legal judgment won’t sit on a shelf - it will help turn policy goals into results felt across Pennsylvania.

     

    What We’re Looking For:

    The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three (3) years of substantive experience handling contracts, procurement, and/or related transactional matters for a public or private entity or government agency, either in an in-house capacity or as outside counsel. This position requires a proven ability to analyze issues and convey legal advice, professional and effective written and oral communications skills, attention to detail, solid interpersonal skills, and an ability to foster trust and respect, including creating collaborative and responsive working relationships with colleagues and clients. 

    In addition to the aforementioned demonstrated legal experience, the successful applicant must have a Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school and be a member in good standing with the Pennsylvania Bar. 

     

    Why Join OGC?

    At OGC, you’re not just practicing law—you’re shaping the future of Pennsylvania. We offer a career filled with purpose, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a difference. Here’s what you can expect:

    • 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 https://www.ogc.pa.gov and select Careers with OGC.

     

    Qualifications:

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

    To Apply:

    Send your letter of interest, resume, and writing sample  by February 20,  2026, 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.  

    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.html.