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Attorney

Nebraska, USA

194 Days ago

Job Description


The work we do matters!
Hiring Agency:
Health & Human Services - Agency 25

Location:
Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate:
$37.782

Job Posting:
JR2025-00018816 Attorney - Public Health (Open)

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Job Description:
Does a Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. ? 5 p.m. job appeal to you? Do you like variety in your work? Would you like to provide legal guidance on policy matters affecting the public, while also being able to participate in hearings related to public health? If so, apply today!
Here's how we reward our employees:
  • State-matched retirement contribution of 156%!
  • 13 paid holidays
  • Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
  • A culture that embraces work-life balance
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • 79% employer-paid health insurance plans
  • Dental and vision insurance plans
  • Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
  • Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
  • Training and development based on your career aspirations
  • Job security and stability, even during times of economic hardship
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Fun, inviting teammates

Hiring rate of position: Negotiable; commensurate with education and/or experience, if approved

Requirements / Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Attorney I: Graduation from an accredited school of law and admission to the Nebraska Bar.
Attorney II: One year of experience as an attorney practicing law and providing legal services such as preparing cases, advising clients, and/or interpreting laws or administrative policies
Attorney III: Three years of experience as an attorney practicing law and providing legal services such as preparing and trying cases, advising clients, and/or interpreting laws or administrative policies.

Legal Requirements: In accordance with Section 7-101, Nebraska Revised, Reissued Statutes of l943, incumbents in this class must be admitted to the Nebraska Bar.
Other: We will consider candidates who will graduate with the minimum qualifications by May of 2025 that are taking the July, 2025 bar exam that will be sworn in during September, 2025. We will also consider candidates admitted to the bar in another jurisdiction eligible to be admitted to the Nebraska Bar by Motion contingent upon them becoming admitted to the Nebraska Bar. Applicants in the following classes must meet the following minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Pay Rate:
Attorney I: Rate of pay $25.443 -$37.491 per hour, commensurate with experience.
Attorney II: Rate of pay $29.395 -$43.331 per hour, commensurate with experience.
Attorney III: Rate of pay $37.782 -$53.970 per hour, commensurate with experience.

Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Equal Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.
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These positions are subject to application of Veterans' Preference.

Practice Areas & Specialty

Health Care

Designation

Attorney

Key Skills Required

ComprehensiveDevelopmentEncourageGuidanceHealth InsuranceHuman ServicesInsuranceInsurance PolicyJob SecurityLegal RequirementsLife InsuranceProfessional DevelopmentPublic ServiceReimbursementSecuritySelection ProcessSupportiveTrainingTraining and DevelopmentVision InsuranceWorkdayWork-Life Balance

Job Overview


Job Function: Legal Services / Legal

Job Type: Full Time

Workplace Type: Not Specified

Experience Level: Not Specified

Salary: $25 - $37 / Hourly Salary

Experience: 0 - 0 yrs

Contact Information


Company Name: State of Nebraska

Recruiting People: HR Department

Website: N/A

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