Closing Date: 19th October, 2026

Description:

Job Overview:
Under general direction, provides information, data, legal advice, and support for the general counsel and other program areas. Performs work of average difficulty and has considerable knowledge of substantive and procedural law. Provides hands on counsel to all levels of executive staff and assists in protecting an agency's legal interest and maintaining its operations within the scope established by law.

Key Responsibilities:

Advises on legal, regulatory, procedural, and/or personnel matters for an assigned department, and assists in the planning and research of special projects.
Reviews, research, interprets, and prepares both written and oral opinions on a wide variety of legal issues.
Drafts, reviews, and approves policies and procedures, regulations, bylaws, and other legal documents.
May act as a liaison for an assigned office or person.
Prepares materials for presentations, speeches, and informational forums.

Minimum Qualifications:
Active License to practice law in Tennessee is required.

Preferred Experience:
3+ years of relevant legal experience.