Agency Counsel Position Available In Montgomery, Alabama

Agency Counsel Alabama Department of Commerce 401 Adams Avenue, Montgomery, AL 36104 Alabama Department of Commerce in Montgomery, AL is seeking applicants for a full-time Attorney III. $86,359 – $145,303

ANNOUNCEMENT DATE:

May 8, 2025APPLICATION

DEADLINE

Indefinite

SYNOPSIS

The Alabama Department of Commerce is seeking an experienced Attorney III. This senior-level attorney will provide legal support across a wide range of agency operations, including contracts, regulatory compliance, economic development programs, and legislative matters, and will report directly to the General Counsel. Duties and Responsibilities Draft, negotiate, and review contracts, MOUs, and legal agreements Advise leadership and staff on legal issues involving administrative, constitutional, procurement, and economic development law Conduct legal research and prepare formal memoranda and policy guidance Support the Department’s work with incentive agreements, grant administration, and interagency coordination Legislative tracking and analysis Work Habits Communicates professionally with staff, company representatives, co-workers, government officials, and the general public, as required. Plans daily/weekly work schedule. Maintains housekeeping to organizational standards. Accountable for Commerce resources within assigned area(s) of responsibility. Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of the job. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of generally accepted office practices and procedures. Ability to function in an automated work environment. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to work independently without supervision. Ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple functions concurrently. Ability to work in a constant state of awareness. Ability to function in a team-based environment. Required Minimum Qualifications Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school Admission to the Alabama State Bar and eligibility to practice law in Alabama Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible legal experience Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills Preferred Qualifications Experience in public sector, procurement, or economic development law Familiarity with Alabama’s public records laws and legislative processes Experience with complex contract negotiation and statutory interpretation Salary and General Initial placement will be based on experience and education within a range of $86,359 – $145,303. Paid monthly. Excellent benefits package included. Apply Complete an Application for Examination Form available at www.personnel.alabama.gov, the State of Alabama Personnel Department, or any Alabama Career Center Office. Apply on-line, by mail, by fax at (334) 242-1110, or by email
at apply@personnel.alabama.gov. Applications will be accepted until further notice. The State Personnel Department is not responsible for late receipt of applications due to mail service or faxing malfunctions. Resumes will be accepted by mail to the name/address below:

ATTORNEY IIISTATE OF ALABAMA PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT64

North Union StreetMontgomery, AL 36130-4100 For questions, please reach out to Commerce Chief Human Resources Officer, Candice Sudduth, at candice.sudduth@commerce.alabama.gov

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$86,359.00 – $145,303.00 per year Ability to

Commute:

Montgomery, AL 36104 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Montgomery, AL 36104: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person