Assistant General Counsel (DO0AC0011-071026)

Overview

The Department of Mental Health is seeking to fill an Assistant General Counsel position. This role may be based in either Jefferson City or Kansas City, Missouri. The attorney's caseload will cover the state but is expected to focus on the Central or Western regions, corresponding to the office location. Remote work is available up to four days per week after a two-month in-office orientation period.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal assistance and advice to assigned facilities on personnel matters, including employee leave, discipline, federal and state agency inquiries.
• Represent facilities in mediation, union matters, arbitration, and before the Department administrative hearings officer.
• File guardianships for clients and handle related court hearings.
• File applications and represent facilities in forensic court matters such as juvenile proceedings, conditional releases of individuals found not guilty by reason of mental disease or defect (NGRI), and commitments of individuals deemed not competent to proceed.
• Participate in forensic meetings and review records in preparation.
• Assist the General Counsel with various legal matters affecting the Department, including responding to subpoenas, conducting legal research, drafting documents, contracts, policies, and advisory opinions.
• Travel may be required periodically.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
• Current license to practice law in the State of Missouri.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• High standard of ethics and professionalism.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary range: $80,000.00 to $89,999.92 annually, commensurate with education and experience.
• Potential for pay differential such as retention pay, which may increase total salary.
• Comprehensive benefits package including a defined pension plan, generous leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage.

Location

• Position may be located in Jefferson City or Kansas City, Missouri.
• Remote work options available after orientation.
• Caseload primarily in Central or Western Missouri regions depending on office location.