Legal Counsel Central Office

Job Description:

Legal Counsel Central Office

Description

A position in the Missouri Department of Corrections is more than a job. It's a calling. Corrections employees transform lives, equipping Missourians in the criminal justice system with the skills they need to contribute to their communities, inside and outside our walls. More than 95 percent of people who enter the prison system ultimately are released. We want to make sure they’re good neighbors.

We offer great benefits!Missouri State Employee Retirement System / Deferred compensation plan / Health insurance (medical, vision, dental for employees and family) / Paid life insurance / Long-term disability insurance / Cafeteria plan / Paid holidays / 10 hours annual leave per month / 10 hours sick leave per month / Uniforms provided when required / Pre-service and in-service training / Access to credit union / Direct deposit of paycheck (required) / Employee health, wellness and safety initiatives / MOST 529 College Savings Program

The Missouri Department of Corrections is seeking one attorney for a legal counsel position in Jefferson City, Missouri. This position will provide legal advice and assistance on correctional issues such as inmate rights, conditions of confinement, and probation, parole and sentencing issues. The position will also advise the agency on procurement and administrative rule making, and review legislation that may impact the department.

Minimum Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will be a member in good standing of the Missouri Bar with excellent communication skills who possesses initiative, independence and the ability to apply knowledge in a professional and timely manner to implement the department’s mission to improve live and make Missouri communities safer.

APPLICATION PROCESS

An application package for this position should include a completed application, cover letter, and resume. Applicants may also submit letters of reference.

In addition to this online application all application packets for this Legal Counsel position in the MDOC Office of the General Counsel should be mailed to:

Missouri Department of Corrections / PO Box 236 / Jefferson City, MO 65102.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

All requested documents MUST be received by the closing date listed.

Some positions are eligible for a shift differential of $173.34 semi-monthly, which is provided to employees with shifts that begin on or between 12:00pm (noon) and 5:00am, and who work at a 24/7 worksite (i.e. institution, transition center, supervision center, or command center), or whose work requires regular visits to these locations. If selected for interview, eligibility may be discussed at that time with the hiring manager

The Department of Corrections is the only State agency that currently offers a guaranteed 1% pay increase for every two years of service up to 20 years!

The Missouri Department of Corrections is proud to have a tradition of promotion from within for employees looking for and seeking distinctive career paths. As you work for the department, we invite you to consider your goals and make choices to actively head toward them. We seek to recognize employees who serve with distinction.

Salary:

$80,686.56 per Year