Associate General Counsel, Employment Law

Closing Date: 23rd June, 2024

Description:

Who we are. We protect lives. The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.
What we offer. As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:

• Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
• Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents
• Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team– Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
• Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
• Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role
• Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you

Job Responsibilities:
As an accredited public health department, we're seeking a highly qualified candidate for the position of Associate General Counsel to join the Office of General Counsel. The incumbent will report directly to the General Counsel and serve as an Employment Law specialist for the agency.
Job Responsibilities:

• Advises DPH state office on labor and Employment Law matters.
• Manages employment investigations and other employee relations matters and works independently to develop cases through the EEOC's and the GCEO's administrative process and informal investigation.
• Drafts policies, procedures, and related resources to assist leadership in performance improvement.
• Provides training for human resources staff and others on Employment Law and compliance issues.
• Drafts memoranda, forms, letters, notices, and other legal documents as requested.
• Maintains knowledge of applicable state and federal statutes and regulations.
• Reviews and analyzes proposed legislation and assist with drafting and revising department rules and regulations.
• Assists with legal research and analysis to support different programs within DPH as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the DPH General Counsel.

Minimum Qualifications:
Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university AND licensed to practice law in Georgia AND Three years of related legal experience.

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