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Attorney 3 (Non-Supervisory)PrintApplyAttorney 3 (Non-Supervisory)Salary$76,812.00 - $116,832.00 AnnuallyLocationDauphin County, PAJob TypeNon-Civil Service Permanent Full-timeDepartmentPublic Utility CommissionJob NumberN-2019-52698Closing9/4/2019 11:59 PM EasternJob CodeG0713Position Number50371861UnionNon-UnionBargaining UnitA3Pay GroupST10Bureau/Division Code4003Bureau/DivisionOffice of Special AssistantsWorksite Address400 North StreetCityHarrisburg, PennsylvaniaZip Code17120Contact NameShannon MarcianoContact Phone717-787-8714Contact Emailsmarciano@pa.gov
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THE POSITIONThe Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission is seeking a highly motivated Pennsylvania attorney with exceptional writing skills for an Attorney 3 position with our Office of Special Assistants. If you are looking for a position of the highest degree of professional responsibility for legal advisory work, please apply for this challenging and rewarding position.DESCRIPTION OF WORKThe Office of Special Assistants is the writing arm of the Public Utility Commission. The Attorney 3 is expected to handle all aspects of Public Utility Law, including: Rate Proceedings; Water and Wastewater Proceedings; Motor Carrier and Rail/Highway Crossing Proceedings; Telecommunications Proceedings; Consumer Issues; and Special Investigations. The Attorney 3 is expected to draft Commission orders resolving all types of pleadings and procedures, including: Exceptions to Decisions of Administrative Law Judges; Petitions for Interlocutory Review; Certifications of the Record; and Post-Relief Petitions.The Attorney 3 will: (1) review the entire record below; (2) identify, research, and analyze the issues involved; (3) address the positions of the parties; and (4) propose a resolution of the issues through a draft Commission order. The Attorney 3 is expected to draft orders consistent with applicable court decisions, prior Commission decisions, and sound regulatory practice and policy. The Attorney 3 also provides thorough legal review of orders drafted by the office's Rate Case Review Specialists. Additionally, the Attorney 3 provides legal support within the Office of Special Assistants and, upon direction, to the Commissioners and such others within or outside of the Commission, as may be deemed necessary.REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITYThree years of progressively responsible professional legal experience, with some experience in highly responsible and complex professional legal work which provided exposure to governmental regulatory law (regarding public utilities)/administrative law and graduation from an approved school of law; orAny equivalent combination of experience and training.NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIRMENT:Possession of a certificate of admission to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania.WORK SCHEDULE:8:00 AM - 4:30 PMMonday - FridayLunch Period: 1 HourTheCommonwealth of Pennsylvania is proud to be an equal opportunity employer supporting workplace diversity.Health & WellnessWe offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.Work/Life BalanceWe understand that there is more to life than work – and we want you to enjoy it!We offer paid vacation days, paid sick days, military leave, as well as paid time off for most major U.S. holidays. Alternate work schedules and telecommuting arrangements are available for certain positions.Career DevelopmentWe want to help you grow and see your goals become a reality! Supervisors and human resource staff are available to help employees create a plan to develop skills for their current jobs or prepare for the next step in their careers. Employees can easily transfer between positions or agencies to expand knowledge and pursue new challenges while retaining leave and benefits. Additionally, there are a variety of programs available to help get you where you need to be.Other RewardsCommonwealth employees enjoy many other rewards, including opportunities for recognition, workplace charitable giving, and even special employee-only discounts.For more information about benefits, health and wellness, work-life balance, career development, and other rewards go towww.employment.pa.govand click on the benefits box.Eligibility rules apply.01This position is in Harrisburg, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania. Are you willing and able to work in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania?
Yes
No
02Have you graduated from an accredited school of law?
Yes
No
03Do you have a certificate of admission to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania?
Yes
No
04How many years of progressively responsible legal experience do you have?
None
Less than 3 years
3-less than 5 years
5-less than 6 years
6+ years
05How many years of experience do you have in highly responsible and complex professional legal work, or administrative law, which provided exposure to governmental regulatory law (regarding public utilities)?
None
Less than 3 years
3-less than 5 years
5-less than 6 years
6+ years
06What is your practice area of concentration? (Check all that apply.)
Public Sector
Private Sector
Corporate
Litigation
Appellate Practice
Administrative
Consumer Protection
None of the above
07What types of legal documents do you regularly draft? (Check all that apply.)
Trial Briefs
Appellate Briefs
Briefs before Administrative Tribunals
Administrative Decisions or Orders
Legislation or Rulemakings
Documents Filed with Federal Agencies
Documents Filed with State or Local Agencies or Entities
None of the above
08In which of these areas do you have professional legal work experience? (Check all that apply.)
Rate Proceedings
Energy Issues or Industry
Water and Wastewater Service or Industry
Transportation and/or Rail Crossing Matters
Telecommunications Issues or Industry
Consumer Issues
None of the above
Required QuestionAgencyCommonwealth of PennsylvaniaAddress613 North StreetHarrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120Websitehttp://www.employment.pa.gov
