Chief Legal and Policy Advisor
State of Nebraska
Chief Legal and Policy Advisor
State of Nebraska
State government promoting agriculture
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Parole Board - Agency 15
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Job Description:
Job Duties:
Provide legal research, analysis, and interpretation of statutes, regulations, and case law. Draft and review legal documents including pleadings, findings, conclusions, policies, contracts, and correspondence. Advise agency leadership and staff on legal compliance, risk management, and policy interpretation. Represent or support the agency in administrative hearings; prepare recommended orders or legal positions. Supervise assigned attorneys and/or legal staff: assign work, set priorities, provide guidance, review work products, and ensure deadlines and quality standards are met. Conduct employee performance evaluations, provide coaching, mentoring, and corrective guidance as needed. Coordinate with the Attorney General’s Office, County Attorneys, and external stakeholders. Other duties as assigned and within the scope of the classification.
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.
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.
Preferred Qualifications: Progressive experience as a licensed attorney providing legal services in public sector, administrative law, criminal justice, corrections, parole, or a closely related regulatory environment. Experience advising executive leadership or governing bodies, including providing legal analysis, policy recommendations, and risk assessments to senior management or boards. Supervisory or lead experience, including assigning and reviewing work, setting priorities, mentoring attorneys or professional staff, and conducting or contributing to performance evaluations. Demonstrated experience directing or coordinating legal work in support of agency operations, administrative hearings, or quasi-judicial decision-making. Experience interpreting and applying state and federal statutes, administrative rules, and case law in a complex, highly regulated environment. Knowledge of labor and employment law, collective bargaining agreements, grievance processes, and management rights in a public sector setting. Experience collaborating with human resources, executive leadership, and external legal partners such as the Attorney General’s Office or County Attorneys. Ability to exercise independent judgment and discretion on sensitive legal, personnel, and policy matters while operating within established authority. Strong skills in legal research, writing, and oral communication, including the ability to translate complex legal issues into clear guidance for non-legal audiences. Demonstrated ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with professionalism, discretion, and sound judgment. Experience supporting or leading policy development, implementation, or organizational change initiatives. Knowledge of or experience with public safety, corrections, parole, or justice-involved populations (preferred).
Other: This position requires travel. As such, the incumbent must be able to present a valid driver’s license or another form of reliable transportation. Regular and reliable attendance required.
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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.
State government promoting agriculture
Nebraska is a U.S. state that provides government services to residents and supports the state’s economy, with a strong emphasis on agriculture. The state operates through agencies and programs that manage public education, infrastructure, health, safety, land use, and economic development, aiming to keep communities safe, informed, and prosperous. Its programs work by collecting taxes and fees, creating laws and regulations, and delivering services via state agencies, local governments, and partnerships with farmers, businesses, and non-profits. Nebraska differentiates itself from other states through its large agricultural sector and open land, which shape policies and programs around farming, water management, rural development, and access to markets. The goal is to sustain a stable, productive environment for residents and to support agricultural leadership and economic growth across the state.
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