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    Governor's Office of General Counsel

    Attorney Vacancy

    Governor’s Office of General Counsel

    Assistant Counsel  - Transactional Division (Attorney 1 or 2)
    Pennsylvania Department of Transportation
    Office of Chief Counsel - Harrisburg

     

    This position is offered as an Attorney 1 or 2 within the Department of Transportation’s (PennDOT) Office of Chief Counsel (PennDOT-OCC), part of the Pennsylvania Governor’s Office of General Counsel (OGC). The position is based in the Harrisburg Capitol Complex with a hybrid telework schedule of three days in-office. 

     

    What You'll Do:

    PennDOT’s Office of Chief Counsel is seeking licensed attorneys to join its fast-paced Transactional Division. In the past year alone, the Division drafted and processed more than 7,000 contracts totaling nearly $12 billion—supporting some of the Commonwealth’s most significant infrastructure and innovation initiatives.

    Transactional attorneys work on a diverse portfolio of matters, including autonomous and electric vehicle programs, aviation, shipping and public transit grants, intellectual property, information technology licensing, bid protests, and public-private partnerships. This role offers the opportunity to engage with cutting-edge legal issues that are shaping the future of transportation.

    The selected candidate will work independently, with guidance from the Chief Counsel, to provide broad legal support across these areas.

    Find out more about the many PennDOT programs and initiatives that are supported by Transaction attorneys at www.penndot.pa.gov

     

    Who We're Looking For:

    The successful candidate will demonstrate:

    • Experience in transactional matters, including drafting, negotiating, and reviewing contracts and procurement documents (IT and software licensing experience preferred).
    • Strong legal research, analytical, and reasoning skills.
    • A willingness to learn complex areas of law and develop subject-matter expertise.

    The ideal candidate is highly organized and possesses excellent written and oral communication skills across in-person and virtual settings. They bring strong attention to detail, sound problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to manage multiple priorities effectively. Success in this role also requires strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of clients and colleagues and to build trusted, professional relationships across the Commonwealth.

     

    Qualifications

    Applicants must:

    • Hold a Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school (or graduate by May 2026); and
    • Be admitted to the Pennsylvania Bar in good standing, or plan to sit for the Pennsylvania or Universal Bar Exam by July 2026.

     

    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:

    • Comprehensive Benefits: 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. 

     

    Apply Today

    Send a letter of interest, resume, and writing sample as a single attachment (no more than 10 pages) no later than May 4, 2026, to ogchiring@pa.gov, directed to Derek Riker, Deputy Chief of Staff, 30 North Third Street, Suite 200, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17101. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. 

    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. 

    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.