Title:  Vermont General Assembly - Legislative Counsel Labor and Employment Attorney

How to Apply

Please do not apply through the portal. To apply, please submit in Word or PDF format a resume, a writing sample, and a cover letter explaining your interest and qualifications by e-mail to:  HRApplications@leg.state.vt.us.  Please put your name and “attorney application” in the subject field of the e-mail.

Overview

The Office of Legislative Counsel is seeking an attorney to handle issues related to labor and employment to join our collaborative team.  The attorney will provide legal research and analysis, legislative drafting, policy analysis, and other legal services to the Vermont General Assembly, and will testify frequently before legislative committees.  The Office of Legislative Counsel is a nonpartisan office that provides legal support to all members of the General Assembly, regardless of party or political affiliation.  Legislative Counsel is a small team with an important mission, and the work is challenging, dynamic, and exciting.  You will be part of a highly professional and collegial team dedicated to serving the Vermont General Assembly. 

Salary will be based on qualifications and experience. The comprehensive State benefits package includes health insurance and retirement plans.

Minimum Requirements

Required Education/Experience:

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school or successful completion of a recognized law office study program
• Licensed to practice law in the State of Vermont or, if licensed outside Vermont, admission to the Vermont Bar within a reasonable time
• A minimum of 3-5 years professional legal experience

 

Required Proficiencies:

• Strong research, analysis, and writing skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to perform at the highest level under pressure
• Strong work ethic
• Ability always to remain professional and impartial while working in a political environment

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State’s employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.