Staff Attorney, External Operations

This Recruitment is Open to the Public

The Georgia Department of Revenue seeks to fill two (2) Attorney I, II, or III positions within the External Operations Section of the Office of General Counsel. You will join a unique group of attorneys that serve a dynamic set of internal clients and daily resolve challenging legal issues in areas that include alcohol and tobacco regulation, motor vehicle tax and registration, and property tax matters. Prior experience in state and local tax is preferred but not required for this position.

You will join a supportive, collaborative, and collegial team reporting to the EO Managing Attorney. In addition to state employee benefits, team members enjoy a true work-life balance with flexible telework schedules, opportunities to learn new areas of law, and developmental opportunities through collaboration on special projects. 

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Drafting memos, letters, notices, bulletins, regulations and legislation.
• Identifying, counseling clients on, and resolving legal questions and issues.
• Researching and analyzing legal and policy issues; and providing recommendations on legal, policy, liability and risk-management issues.
• Assisting and guiding clients in the implementation of changes required by new laws and regulations, administrative processes, settlements, agreements and judgments.

 Sample technical competencies:

• Knowledge of statutes, court decisions, state and federal laws and regulations and Departmental policy.
• Ability to perform in-depth legal research and provide analysis of statutes, court decisions, state and federal laws and regulations, and Departmental policy.
• Ability to draft legal instruments, legal opinions, and proposed regulations and legislation.
• Ability to analyze, appraise, and organize facts and present them in a clear and logical form in oral and written presentation; and
• Ability to determine Department compliance with laws, rules, and regulations.

Minimum Entry Qualifications for the Attorney 1:

Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university and license to practice law in the State of Georgia ~or~ eligibility to sit for the next Georgia Bar examination (must obtain Law License)~or~ reciprocity

Minimum Entry Qualifications for the Attorney 2:

Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university and license to practice law in the State of Georgia ~or~ eligibility to sit for the next Georgia Bar examination (must obtain Law License) ~or~ reciprocity and One year of relevant legal experience ~or~ One year of experience required at the lower-level Attorney 1 (LEP020).

Minimum Entry Qualifications for the Attorney 3:

Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university and license to practice law in the State of Georgia ~or~ eligibility to sit for the next Georgia Bar examination (must obtain Law License) ~or~ reciprocity and Two years of relevant legal experience ~or~ Two years of experience required at the lower-level Attorney 2 (LEP021).

Required Skills & Experience

• Legal Writing Sample: Submission of a writing sample, not to exceed 10 pages, from a brief, memo, or other similar document.  This must be attached to your profile/application.
• Customer Service: Ability to provide professional legal services to agency divisions.
• Teamwork and Cooperation: Ability to work collaboratively with project teams.
• Results Orientation: Ability to work independently under general supervision to move projects toward completion.
• Judgment and Decision Making: Ability to weigh the needs of the agency to determine the best course of action for all parties.
• Communication skills: Ability to analyze and organize facts and present them in a clear and logical form, both verbally and in writing, to a variety of audiences.
• Accountability: Ability to accept responsibility for one's actions with honesty and integrity, while remaining committed to organizational success.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior work experience or internship in a law office, government legal office or compliance role, or for a judge.
• Familiarity with or experience in the legislative process.
• Prior experience or education in state or local tax.
• Knowledge of statutes, court decisions, and state and federal laws and regulations.

Position Status & Pay Grade: Unclassified – Pay Grade K, L, or M

Hiring Range: $67,500 - $82,000 (dependent upon experience)

State Personnel Board Rules for current State Employees
478-1-.12 Salary
478-1-.15 Changes to Employment Status

Location: Department of Revenue Agency Headquarters 1800 Century Blvd NE, Atlanta GA 30345*** This vacancy requires office hours of 8:30am – 5pm, Monday – Friday. Participation in DOR’s telework program is offered, contingent upon demonstrated proficiency after training and is subject to change based on DOR policies and ability to meet performance expectations.

About DOR

The Department of Revenue is the principal tax collection agency for the State of Georgia. DOR administers tax laws and enforces laws and regulations concerning alcohol and tobacco products in the state. Our mission is to administer the tax laws of the State of Georgia fairly and efficiently to promote public confidence and compliance, while providing excellent customer service.

Benefits We Offer

• 13 paid State holidays
• Annual & Sick Leave accrual
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401(k) 5% Employer match

Important:

If you need accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources Office at (404) 417-2154.

All Department of Revenue positions are subject to annual State of Georgia tax records check.

Additional background processes may be in place for some positions.

The highest level of education indicated on your Team Georgia Careers Profile will be verified.

Due to the large volume of applications received by this office, only applicants selected for interview will be notified for final applicant selection. Human Resources maintains the discretion to close the job announcement prior to the closing date if a significant number of applications are received.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The Department of Revenue is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of color, race, national origin, age, sex, religion, or disability. This policy statement applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, training, and termination.

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