Attorney 3

Attorney 3

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Summary: Under broad supervision provides analysis and/ or recommendations on legal issues within the scope and authority of the agency. Acts as liaison or representative between the agency and the Department of Law

State Board of Workers' Compensation Employee Benefits Include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement and pension plans
• 401(k)/457 options with employer matching
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Paid holidays
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Career development and training opportunities

Location: 270 Peachtree Street NW, Atlanta GA, 30303. This position may be eligible for hybrid or remote work, as applicable, and may be adjusted in accordance with business requirements

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• This position consists primarily of assisting the three-member Board of Directors in reviewing, analyzing, and disposing of workers' compensation appeals.
• The Staff Attorney will be responsible for attending appellate oral arguments, performing legal research, providing analysis and policy recommendations, and drafting legal memoranda, orders, and awards.
• The Staff Attorney may have the opportunity to be trained as a Settlement Adjudicator. Opportunity also exists for professional advancement.
• Determine validity of claim and associate liability according to current laws, judicial and administrative precedents and available evidence.
• Prepare written responses to clients
• Recommends the acceptance or rejection of claims or compromise settlements
• Ensures compliance with all applicable SBWC policies, state and federal regulations.
• Other Duties as assigned

State 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 AND Two years of relevant legal experience OR Two years of experience required at the lower-level Attorney 2 (LEP021)

SBWC Specific Qualifications and Competencies

• have a J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school; be a member in good standing of the State Bar of Georgia (or be eligible for admission on motion); have excellent legal research, writing, oral presentation, and interpersonal skills. A successful candidate must be able to work independently as well as collaboratively.

Specific Application Instructions:

• Submit your application via Team Georgia Careers
• Attach the following documents:
• Updated resume
• Cover letter addressed to "Michelle Thomas, Appellate Division Director"
• Copies of relevant certifications or licenses
• Writing Sample 10-page limit
• Incomplete applications or those missing required documentation may not be considered
• Applications must be submitted by the application deadline date
• No applications will be accepted via fax or regular mail
• Due to the large volume of applications received by this office, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email
• All qualified applicants will be considered, but not all will necessarily receive an interview

STATE BOARD OF WORKERS' COMPENSATION IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.