Associate General Counsel

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Job Title:

Associate General Counsel

Agency:
Department of Community Affairs

Job Requisition

Shift: Not Applicable (United States of America)

Compensation Details: $77,500-$87,550

Job Description:

Make a difference and join the DCA Team! DCA gives employees more to do than merely make a living. We are serious about helping Georgia's families live more abundantly with a greater sense of hope and achievement. If public service, a great environment, and the desire to enrich the lives of others motivate you to do your best work, you should consider joining the DCA Team.

To help build strong, vibrant communities.

For Georgians of today and tomorrow to have the opportunity to live and work in thriving communities.

We are a diverse team of highly competent and committed professionals who strive to help people and communities thrive through technical expertise, innovative thinking, and a passion for making a difference. Team members are at their best when collaborating and supporting each other as they perform challenging and dynamic work

The Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA) is a state organization dedicated to partnering with communities to help create a climate of success for Georgia's families and businesses. DCA offers a fast-paced, challenging, and dynamic environment that requires attention to detail, pride in quality of work, and the ability to work as a versatile team player.

The Associate General Counsel will be responsible for handling legal issues related to the DCA administered programs across the agency. The Associate General Counsel also provides legal advice on federal and state laws and regulations that impact the administration and implementation of the Departments within the agency, including affordable housing as well as economic development programs and activities. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to, providing legal analysis and review of program policies and procedures for regulatory compliance, responding to Georgia Open Record Requests, developing, and maintaining internal contracts and procurement processes, supporting agency Board resolution processes, and serving as a liaison between the agency and the Attorney General’s office on litigation matters.

This position demands a willingness to stretch and grow-offering opportunities for leadership, development, and public speaking. DCA is a state organization dedicated to helping build strong, vibrant communities. We offer a fast-paced, challenging, and dynamic work environment that requires innovative thinking, pride in quality work, and the ability to work as a versatile team player. DCA gives its employees the opportunity to do more than merely make a living.

We are serious about helping Georgia’s families live more abundantly with a greater sense of hope and achievement. If public service and the desire to enrich the lives of others motivates you to do your best work, you should consider joining the DCA Team.

• Superior analytical skills
• Ability to understand and apply Federal and state laws and regulations relating to government programs and operations
• Ability to provide legal recommendations under broad supervision
• Juris Doctor from an accredited college or university
• Must be licensed to practice law in the…