Attorney

Public Safety, Georgia Department of - DPS Date: Nov 26, 2025 Job Vacancy Announcement: Attorney Location: Georgia Department of Public Safety Headquarters – Atlanta (Fulton County) Job Code – LEP023 Salary range: Up to $100,000 Note: The selected candidate will be hired at the level (Attorney 1, 2, 3, or 4) that best matches their education and experience, and the salary will be commensurate with experience. The Georgia Department of Public Safety (DPS) oversees the day‑to‑day operations of the Georgia State Patrol, Capitol Police, and the Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division (CVE). We currently have a challenging and rewarding opportunity for an Attorney to support the Administrative License Suspension (ALS) program. This position reports to the agency’s Senior Legal Manager. This position is perfect for candidates who seek a challenging and rewarding opportunity without sacrificing work‑life balance. It offers an opportunity to work on a wide variety of issues that impact public safety. The position requires statewide travel and is not a remote position. Key Responsibilities Prepare cases for Administrative License Suspension (ALS) hearings in which the Department seeks to suspend the license of a driver arrested for DUI. Represent the Department in ALS hearings statewide before the Office of State Administrative Hearings (OSAH) including in‑person, video, and phone hearings. Travel statewide for in‑person hearings as ALS hearings are held nationwide. Prepare and file motions in the Administrative Court on behalf of troopers and officers. Respond to emails regarding ALS cases and DUI issues. Prepare PowerPoint presentations on DUI case law and ALS proceedings. Teach classes at trooper school on DUI case law, ALS issues, and assist with mock trial. Serve as a speaker on DUI and ALS issues at seminars. Serve as a legal resource for the department on DUI and ALS matters. Research and analyze statutory and case law affecting the Department. Identify and resolve, or assist in resolving, legal problems. Maintain knowledge of trends and changes in laws and court decisions related to the mission of the Department. Assist with a monthly legal update of cases impacting the Department’s mission and prepare a monthly ALS reminder for the Department’s legal update. Serve as a legal resource for questions from internal and external customers concerning issues of public safety and the Department’s operations. Required Personal Characteristics Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Excellent writing skills. Excellent legal skills (analysis, research, and problem solving). High level of self‑motivation. Ability to teach classes to non‑lawyers. Ability to effectively plan and prioritize multiple projects to meet established deadlines. Ability to effectively interact with and provide support and guidance to agency leaders. High integrity and honesty. Strong commitment to providing superior customer service to both internal and external customers. Ability to exercise considerable judgment and discretion. Positive attitude and a high level of personal commitment. Minimum Qualifications Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university and license to practice law in the State of Georgia or eligibility to sit for the next Georgia Bar examination followed by Georgia Bar exam passage and licensure to practice law in the State of Georgia within one (1) year of hiring or reciprocity (must obtain Law License). Preferred Qualifications Member in good standing of the State Bar of Georgia. Government experience – preference to those with government legal experience. Familiarity with state government structure and operations. One year of experience in one or more areas: criminal prosecutions including prosecuting DUI cases, administrative hearings, representation of government agency. Selected applicant must pass a pre‑employment background investigation. This includes a review of criminal, driver, and credit history. No polygraph examination is required for this position. Only applicants chosen for interview will be contacted. This is an unclassified position unless filled by a classified employee. The Georgia Department of Public Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employees and applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, natural origin, age, disability, or genetic information. Requisition ID: LEG02RU Number of Openings: 1 Advertised Salary: Up to $100,000 Shift: Day Job #J-18808-Ljbffr Georgia Piedmont Technical College