Legal Division Supervisor (Attorney 4 Supervisory PUC)
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Legal Division Supervisor (Attorney 4 Supervisory PUC)
Salary
$100,812.00 - $153,194.00 Annually
Location
Dauphin County, PA
Job Type
Non-Civil Service Permanent Full-time
Job Number
N-2025-22370
Department
Public Utility Commission
Division
PU Off of Admv Lw Jdg
Opening Date
04/15/2025
Closing Date
4/29/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
G0715
Position Number
00001174
Union
Non-Union
Bargaining Unit
A3
Pay Group
UT11
Bureau / Division Code
00173000
Bureau / Division
PU Off of Admv Lw Jdg
Worksite Address
400 North Street
City
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
17120
Contact Name
Shannon Marciano
Contact Phone
717.787.8714
Contact Email
ra-puchr@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
Questions
THE POSITION
Are you looking for a fast-paced, exhilarating, dynamic, multi-faceted position? As a Legal Division Supervisor, you will have the opportunity to utilize your talents and skills as a leader, communicator, trainer, liaison, troubleshooter, and supervisor. This position is responsible for supervising attorney special agents and legal interns, reviewing and editing decisions, serving on various working groups within the Commission, and ensuring adherence to work rules as well as quality and quantity of work. Join the Office of Administrative Law Judge (OALJ) today to share your professional expertise!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
The Legal Division Supervisor (LDS) is responsible for supervising, training, and directing the work of attorneys who serve as special agents and adjudicate specific @types of cases, and who also provide legal assistance to the administrative law judges. The LDS also serves as the key liaison between the Office of Administrative Law Judge and other Public Utility Commission bureaus, outside agencies, and the public. The LDS is afforded the opportunity to serve on a myriad of internal and external working groups and committees. In addition, the LDS helps plan, produce, revise, and update training and reference materials used by OALJ's judges and attorneys.
OALJ serves the public interest by ensuring that justice is fairly and efficiently administered in each and every case. OALJ presents an exciting and rewarding work environment for those interested in providing due process and meting out justice. Apply today to take full advantage of this amazing opportunity!
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
Telework: Part-time work from home (telework) may be a potential feature of this position. The successful candidate is required to report to the headquarters worksite daily, unless the employee meets eligibility requirements and telework has been approved. Management may discontinue any telework arrangement at any time, for any reason. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.
To be eligible to participate in telework, the employee's alternate (telework) worksite must meet the following requirements:
Within a reasonable travel distance of Harrisburg;and
Within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Please direct all questions regarding reasonable distance and the @type of available telework to the PUC Human Resource Office at ra-puchr@pa.gov or 717.787.8714.
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Seven years of professional legal experience, and graduation from an accredited school of law;or
An equivalent combination of experience and training.
Post Employment Requirement:
Applicants must be certified for admission to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania and must maintain membership on a continuous basis during employment.
Additional Requirements:
You must have experience in governmental regulatory law and public utilities.
You must have possession of a certificate of admission to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania, or be eligible for a certificate of admission to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania.
You must have possession of a certificate of admission to the bar of the highest court of another state, with preparatory steps taken to become a member of the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania.
You must have at least 5 years' experience with litigation in administrative and/or regulatory cases (preferably in PUC jurisdictional matters).
You must have at least 3 years managerial or supervisory experience.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov .
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment 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.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
01
Are you admitted to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania? You must attach your applicable documents prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add documents to the application after it has been submitted.
Yes, you must submit a copy of your certificate.
No, but I am licensed to practice in a state with reciprocity. You must submit your license number and expiration.
No, but I have completed all preparatory steps and application to become a member of the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania. You must submit proof of completion of the preparatory steps and application to become a member of the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania.
No
02
If you are not certified for admission to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania, have you completed all preparatory steps and application to become a member of the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania? You must submit proof of completion of the preparatory steps and application to become a member of the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add documents to the application after it has been submitted.
Yes
No
03
How many years of full-time professional legal experience do you possess?
7 years or more
6 but less than 7 years
5 but less than 6 years
4 but less than 5 years
3 but less than 4 years
2 but less than 3 years
1 but less than 2 years
Less than 1 year
None
04
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experiencemustalso be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, @type N/A in the text box below.
05
Have you graduated from an accredited school of law? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.org ("www.naces.org"target=_blank") and clicking the Evaluation Services Link.
For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.
Yes
No
06
Have you completed any post-graduate coursework in law? If you are claiming credits/degree, you must upload a copy of your college transcript(s) for this education to be considered in the eligibility decision. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You must attach your transcript(s) prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a transcript(s) to the application after it has been submitted.
If you answer "Yes" to this question based on education acquired outside of the United States, you must upload a copy of your foreign credential evaluation report. We can only accept foreign credential evaluations from organizations that are members of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES). A list of current NACES members can be found by visitingwww.naces.org ("www.naces.org"target=_blank") and clicking the Evaluation Services Link.
For additional information on foreign education credentials, please visithttps://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3and click on Other Information.You must attach your documentation prior to the submission of your application by using the "Attachments" tab on the left. You will not be able to add a document to the application after it has been submitted.
Yes
No
07
Additional Requirement - Do you possess experience in governmental regulatory law and public utilities?
Yes
No
08
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, @type N/A in the text box below.
09
Additional Requirement - Do you possess at least 5 years of experience with litigation in administrative and/or regulatory cases (preferably in PUC jurisdictional matters)?
Yes
No
10
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, @type N/A in the text box below.
11
Additional Requirement - Do you possess at east 3 years of managerial or supervisory experience?
Yes
No
12
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below. The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision. If you claimed you do not have experience, @type N/A in the text box below.
Required Question
Employer
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov
