Pennsylvania Department of Human Services - Assistant Counsel (Harrisburg)

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services

• Assistant Counsel (Harrisburg) 625 Forster St 3rd FL, Harrisburg, PA 17120 Hybrid work $67,736
• $117,497 a year
• Full-time $67,736
• $117,497 a year
• Full-time

GOVERNOR'S OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL

(Harrisburg)

ASSISTANT COUNSEL

(ATTORNEY 1 or 2)

PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES

The Pennsylvania Governor's Office of General Counsel (OGC) seeks a licensed attorney to advise the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) with respect to legislative, regulatory and Right-to-Know Law matters. The position will be classified as either an Attorney 1 or 2 depending upon the level of relevant experience possessed by the successful applicant. The position is based in Harrisburg. This position is eligible for part-time telework with an in-office requirement of three business days per week.

What You'll Do:

This position offers a professionally rewarding opportunity well suited for newly admitted attorneys and recent law school graduates preparing to begin their legal careers. The successful applicant will work closely with senior-level colleagues to assist in providing legal advice and counsel on legislation, regulations, and Right-to-Know Law requests and appeals.

What We're Looking For:

This position requires excellent written and oral communications skills, attention to detail and organization, exceptional interpersonal skills, and an ability to foster trust and respect, including creating collaborative and responsive working relationships with colleagues, education professionals, clients, and other members of the public. One to three years of experience gained through a judicial clerkship, a law firm or other public service entity would be ideal. Why Join OGC? At OGC, you're not just practicing law—you're shaping the future of Pennsylvania. We offer a career filled with purpose, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a difference. Here's what you can expect:

Comprehensive Benefits:

Top-tier health care options, retirement plans, and generous paid time off.

Work-Life Balance:

Excel in your career while having the time to enjoy your personal life.

Continuous Learning:

A supportive culture that fosters ongoing professional development and advancement. Joining our team means being part of a respected institution dedicated to legal excellence and public service. The DHS legal office has a strong record of attorney retention, with many attorneys building long and fulfilling careers within the agency. Those who do move on often find new and impactful roles elsewhere within the Commonwealth, benefiting from their experience here. To learn more about OGC's mission and what it is like to be part of the OGC team, visit our website, at www.ogc.pa and select Careers .

Qualifications:

Applicants must:

• Hold a Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school (or graduate by May 2026); and
• Be admitted to the Pennsylvania Bar in good standing, or plan to sit for the Pennsylvania or Universal Bar Exam by July 2026.

Apply Today! Send your letter of interest, resume, and writing sample (no longer than 10 pages) by Friday, May 22, 2026, to ogchiring@pa.gov, directed to Derek Riker, Deputy Chief of Staff, Office of General Counsel, 30 N. Third Street, Suite 200, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17101. OGC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$67,736.00

• $117,497.

00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

License/Certification:

PA Bar license or will be sitting the July 2026 Bar Exam (Required)

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Harrisburg, PA 17120