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INTRODUCTION

The Connecticut Workers' Compensation Commission (WCC) is currently accepting applications for a Workers' Compensation Commission Attorney, Legal Research/Writer (Staff Attorney 2) position in Hartford.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

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- Professional growth and development opportunities.
- A healthy work/life balance to all employees.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

- This is a hybrid role with 2-3 days in-office required during the working test period. Increased telework flexibility may be available thereafter, in accordance with State guidelines.
- First Shift
- Monday - Friday
- Full Time, 8 hours/day
- Location: Hartford, CT

THE ROLE

The Workers’ Compensation Commission’s Compensation Review Board (CRB) is seeking a highly skilled Staff Attorney 2 to provide advanced legal support within a dynamic, quasi judicial environment. In this critical role, the Staff Attorney will assist in the review and adjudication of appeals arising from decisions issued by Administrative Law Judges pursuant to C.G.S. Sec. 31 280b. The position involves drafting appellate decisions, advising Administrative Law Judges, analyzing complex and conflicting statutes and case law, and reviewing a wide variety of legal documents. Working under the direction of the Legislative and Administrative Advisor/Agency Legal Director and the Chairperson, the Staff Attorney plays an essential role in supporting the Commission’s mission to ensure that all parties receive the rights and benefits to which they are entitled under Connecticut law.

Career progression pathway within the State of Connecticut, starting with Staff Attorney 1, advancing to Staff Attorney 2 (current opening), and ending with Staff Attorney 3. A slogan on the left reads ‘Start with us, stay with us, grow with us. Your future as a staff attorney has limitless opportunities.'

About us

The Workers’ Compensation Commission (WCC) administers the workers' compensation laws of the State of Connecticut with the ultimate goal of ensuring that workers injured on the job receive prompt payment of wage loss benefits and appropriate medical treatment. To this end, the Commission approves voluntary agreements, adjudicates disputes, issues findings and awards, hears and rules on appeals, and closes out pending cases through full and final stipulated agreements.

Selection Plan

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BEFORE YOU APPLY:

- Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
- Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.
- Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.
- Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.
- Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
- Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.
- Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

AFTER YOU APPLY:

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- The immediate vacancy is listed above; however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
- Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.
- This employer may participate in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm work authorization.

QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:

Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Sharon McIntosh, at Sharon.McIntosh@ct.gov.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of tasks in the legal work of the agency.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

- Performs advanced and complex legal work of an agency;
- Researches, interprets, analyzes and applies complex and conflicting laws and regulations, case law and legal principles;
- Acts as hearing officer or represents agency in formal administrative and public proceedings on a full range of cases involving complex legal and technical issues;
- Negotiates and drafts settlement agreements;
- Drafts advisory opinions, rulings, decisions, recommendations, findings, legislation, statutes, regulations, publications and other related legal documents;
- Assists in the preparation and presentation of trials and appeals;
- Consults with the Office of the Attorney General on legal issues;
- Researches complex legal issues;
- Conducts investigations and enforcement proceedings;
- Prepares comprehensive reports for use in administrative and court proceedings;
- Prepares pleadings and other court papers;
- Interprets and applies complex or conflicting laws and regulations, case law and legal principles;
- Participates in the conduct of various educational activities;
- Provides legal guidance when duly authorized;
- Provides input into policy formation;
- Reviews court decisions, new and proposed laws and regulations to determine impact on agency operations;
- Prepares and maintains precedent manuals;
- Reviews legal and other related documents for legal sufficiency;
- May testify at or monitor legislative proceedings;
- May represent agency in court when authorized;
- Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

- Considerable knowledge of
- legal principles, practices and procedures in Connecticut;
- legal research techniques;
- the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act;
- and the ability to interpret and apply relevant state and federal laws, statutes, regulations and legislation;
- relevant agency policies and procedures;
- Knowledge of
- the rules of evidence;
- criminal and constitutional law and legislative process;
- Considerable
- interpersonal skills;
- oral and written communication skills;
- Considerable ability to
- apply judicial decisions to the interpretation of statutes;
- comprehend, analyze and organize technical data and coordinate elements of legal cases.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of experience in the practice of law.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Experience drafting appellate decisions, legal memoranda, or judicial opinions
- Experience researching and interpreting complex statutes, regulations, and case law, including Connecticut’s Workers’ Compensation Act, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), and human rights and opportunities related legal frameworks
- Experience reviewing briefs, records, and case materials for accuracy and compliance in a quasi judicial or administrative hearing environment
- Experience providing legal analysis and guidance to senior legal decision makers
- Experience explaining legal concepts through analytical writing
- Experience managing competing deadlines, handling sensitive information, and working independently with minimal supervision

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

- Incumbents in this class must be admitted to practice law in the State of Connecticut.
- Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.