Attorney I, II, or III at State of Nebraska in Lincoln, Nebraska

Job Description:

The work we do matters!




Hiring Agency:

Retirement Systems - Agency 85



Location:

Lincoln, NE



Hiring Rate:

$35.190



Job Posting:

JR2024-00010129 Attorney I, II, or III (Open)



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Job Description:

At the Nebraska Public Employees Retirement Systems (NPERS), we administer seven different retirement plans. We are committed to upholding the law and serving our plan members with integrity. Our legal team is an essential part of that mission, providing expert guidance and representation on complex legal matters that impact our agency's operations and the stakeholders we serve. We are looking for a dedicated, experienced attorney to join our team and help us navigate the challenges of statutory enforcement, policy development, and legal representation.


You'll be a key legal advisor for our agency, providing critical insights and support on a wide range of retirement legal issues. You'll represent the agency in administrative hearings and court proceedings, draft important legal documents, and advise management on complex statutory requirements. If you have a passion for law, a deep knowledge of Nebraska statutes, and thrive in a collaborative environment, this might be the perfect role for you.


What You'll Do:


• Serve as the agency's legal expert on a variety of complex issues, offering sound legal advice to help guide decision-making.
• Conduct thorough legal research and investigations to support the agency's objectives and enforce statutory mandates.
• Represent the agency in administrative hearings, and work with County Attorneys or the State Attorney General's Office for cases that go to court.
• Negotiate contracts, settlements, and other agreements on behalf of the agency, ensuring compliance with legal standards while achieving favorable outcomes.
• Draft, review, and revise key legal documents such as motions, pleadings, policies, and regulations.
• Collaborate with agency leadership, government officials, and external legal teams to resolve legal issues that affect the agency.


Location of position: 1526 K Street, Suite 400, Lincoln, NE 68508 (in office)


Work schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.


To learn more about NPERS, please visit our website at npers.ne.gov.



Requirements/Qualifications:




Minimum Qualifications:



Attorney I: Graduation from an accredited school of law and admission to the Nebraska Bar


Attorney II:One year of experience as an attorney practicing law and providing legal services such as preparing cases, advising clients, and/or interpreting laws or administrative policies.


Attorney III: Three years of experience as an attorney practicing law and providing legal services such as preparing and trying cases, advising clients, and/or interpreting laws or administrative policies.



Legal Requirements: In accordance with Section 7-101, Nebraska Revised, Reissued Statutes of 1943, incumbents in the Attorney classification must be admitted to the Nebraska Bar.


Pay Rate:


Attorney I: $24.873 - $36.666


Attorney II: $28.748 - $42.378


Attorney III: $35.190 - $52.782


Pay rate may be commensurate with education and/or experience within fiscal constraints, if approved


We offer our employees great benefits! During your first year here at NPERS, you'll receive:
• 13 paid holidays
• Vacation and sick leave which starts accruing immediately.
• Retirement contributions with an employer match of 156%.
• Medical insurance plans with 79% of the premium covered by your employer.
• Dental and vision insurance plans.
• Student loans? We are a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).






Benefits



We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.


Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits



Equal Opportunity Statement



The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.



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