General Counsel
Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204
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 Office of Indiana State Comptroller:
The State Comptroller’s office plays a critical role in managing the state's finances which range from paying state employees to balancing the state’s checkbook and working with local units of government in distribution of tax dollars. The State Comptroller is critical to developing year-end financial reports, and manages the Indiana Transparency Protal.
Role Overview:
Incumbent serves as General Counsel for the Office of Indiana State Comptroller (Comptroller) providing legal advice, reviewing policy and and compliance matters along with coordinating with the executive team on legislative matters, including drafting legislation as necessary. Other responsibilities include coordinating with state agencies on legal and statutory changes in areas relevant to Office operations. The General Counsel works alongside all departments to ensure compliance with existing laws and regulations. Areas of note include local government tax disbursements and garnishments. The General Counsel manages office contracts, negotiations and public records requests.
Duties and Essential Functions
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
- Provide legal assistance in the drafting of legal opinions, documents, agency policy, rules and regulations, resolutions, and other legal or related papers upon request.
- Key member of the legislative team, coordinating with Deputy Comptrollers and External Affairs Director on all matters, including drafting legislation impacting the Office and providing legal analysis of pending legislation.
- Draft contracts, ensuring compliance with public records requests, and assisting with legislative inquiries.
- Conduct legal research and prepare reports on various topics as requested by the Comptroller and management team.
- Manage agency litigation and coordinate legal matters with outside counsel as necessary.
- Ensure timely communication on matters within the incumbent’s responsibilities that are likely to have an impact on the agency.
- Operate assigned areas in a manner that enhances the agency’s ability to provide fast, accurate, and friendly customer service to the people of the State of Indiana.
The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Job Requirements
You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:
- Advanced knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, and precedents.
- Understanding of the Comptroller’s purpose and strategies.
- A strong knowledge of State programs and resources, public policy, and program evaluation.
- Ability to develop and/or measure program outcomes.
- Excellent writing and communication skills and be able to present ideas and opinions clearly in verbal, written, and electronic form.
- Strong leadership skills.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow agency employees.
- Ability to treat all state employees with courtesy and respect.
- Ability to create, maintain, and improve the culture of teamwork, excellent customer service, and cost-effective use of the people’s resources.
- Ability to discharge all job responsibilities with integrity.
License and Certification Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Admission to the Indiana State Bar plus 5 years professional experience within a government setting.
Salary
The salary for this position traditionally starts at but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Indiana Deferred Compensation Plan (Hoosier START) 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options with Indiana Public Retirement System (INPRS)
A 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 mothers
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Free Parking
Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal 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.
Nearest Major Market: Indianapolis
