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BMV Deputy General Counsel
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State of Indiana
Indianapolis, IN (In Person)
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Job Description
Work for Indiana Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana. About the Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV):
The Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles has been named one of Indiana's 2023 Top Workplaces by its employees. The BMV's mission is to serve all Hoosiers by providing best-in-class driver and vehicle services in a timely and accurate manner while ensuring security and transparency. The BMV team works throughout the state of Indiana and is dedicated to fostering an environment where we:
Invest in our employeesEngage our customersProvide sustainable systemsEmbrace product innovation
Trains, manages, delegates to, and/or provides support for legal staff;Advises and provides legal support to agency staff and other attorneys on various program and legal areas.
May oversee, draft, review, or provide legal advice relating to contracts.
Researches, interprets, and provides legal advice in relation to laws, rules, policies; and gives legal opinions pertaining to agency operations.
May draft and review proposed legislation and administrative rules.
Utilizes legal resources, dockets, legal files, and official records relating to legal procedures.
Creates, prepares, and distributes documents related to hearings, including orders and decisions.
Recruits, selects, onboards, and trains employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities to continue professional development.
Sets expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees. Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures.
May handle administrative matters and hearings while maintaining appropriate decorum, hear evidence, rule on the admissibility of evidence, and/or make reasoned decisions supported by evidence.
May be required to utilize litigation skills and experience relating to agency operations.
Organizes and manages caseload in the preparation of hearings and/or litigation.
May review pleadings, motions, and discovery.
May draft appeals or briefs, or perform legal writing assignments. The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time. This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours that may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.
What You'll Need for
Indiana State Bar Admission with license in good standing.at least 1-2 years of supervisory experience. Additional qualifiations:
Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply relevant statutes, case law, and rules.
Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
Ability to successfully utilize a case management system to manage a docket, case information, party information, and serve orders.
Strong legal research, writing, and litigation skills.
Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.
Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets.
Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
IN.gov.
The Indiana Bureau of Motor Vehicles has been named one of Indiana's 2023 Top Workplaces by its employees. The BMV's mission is to serve all Hoosiers by providing best-in-class driver and vehicle services in a timely and accurate manner while ensuring security and transparency. The BMV team works throughout the state of Indiana and is dedicated to fostering an environment where we:
Invest in our employeesEngage our customersProvide sustainable systemsEmbrace product innovation
Role Overview:
The Deputy General Counsel trains, manages, and supports the legal staff. You will provide sound and timely legal counsel for departmental representatives and ensure complaince with all state, federal laws and statutes. This position will supervise two staff attorneys, provide legal counsel to the agency, especially in the area of driver records, suspensions, and reinstatements, and coordinate with the Office of the Attorney General to manage BMV litigation.Salary:
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $93,002.00 but may be commensurate with education and experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package. A Day in theLife:
The essential functions of this role are:Trains, manages, delegates to, and/or provides support for legal staff;Advises and provides legal support to agency staff and other attorneys on various program and legal areas.
May oversee, draft, review, or provide legal advice relating to contracts.
Researches, interprets, and provides legal advice in relation to laws, rules, policies; and gives legal opinions pertaining to agency operations.
May draft and review proposed legislation and administrative rules.
Utilizes legal resources, dockets, legal files, and official records relating to legal procedures.
Creates, prepares, and distributes documents related to hearings, including orders and decisions.
Recruits, selects, onboards, and trains employees to ensure role responsibilities and expectations are clearly understood while providing opportunities to continue professional development.
Sets expectations, measure progress, provide ongoing feedback, and evaluate the performance of employees. Ensure work adheres to quality standards, deadlines, and proper procedures.
May handle administrative matters and hearings while maintaining appropriate decorum, hear evidence, rule on the admissibility of evidence, and/or make reasoned decisions supported by evidence.
May be required to utilize litigation skills and experience relating to agency operations.
Organizes and manages caseload in the preparation of hearings and/or litigation.
May review pleadings, motions, and discovery.
May draft appeals or briefs, or perform legal writing assignments. The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time. This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours that may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.
What You'll Need for
Success:
Credentials:
Doctorate of Jurisprudence with 5+ years of legal experience as a practicing attorney.Indiana State Bar Admission with license in good standing.at least 1-2 years of supervisory experience. Additional qualifiations:
Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply relevant statutes, case law, and rules.
Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
Ability to successfully utilize a case management system to manage a docket, case information, party information, and serve orders.
Strong legal research, writing, and litigation skills.
Ability to delegate work, set clear direction, and manage workflow.
Ability to effectively give feedback, provide guidance or corrective action, coach, and develop employee skillsets.
Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
This role provides direct supervision for two or more attorneys. Benefits of Employment with theState of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes: Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plansWellness Rewards Program:
Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewardsHealth savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contributionDeferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer matchTwo (2) fully-funded pension plan optionsA robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothersUp to 15 hours of paid community service leaveCombined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off12 paid holidays, 14 in election yearsEducation Reimbursement ProgramGroup life insuranceReferral Bonus programEmployee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visitsQualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness ProgramFree Parking for most positionsFree LinkedIn Learning accessEqual Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.