Attorney 1 - 4

Closing Date: 22nd January, 2026

Description:

The mission of the Louisiana Department of Health is to protect and promote health and to ensure access to medical, preventive, and rehabilitative services for all residents of the State of Louisiana.

Learn more about the Louisiana Department of Health

Join the Louisiana Department of Health as a senior-level attorney providing high-impact legal guidance on critical public health matters. This Attorney 4 role serves as senior counsel to the Office of Public Health (OPH) and the State Health Officer, advising on public health laws and the State Sanitary Code. Working closely with executive leadership and program experts, the position plays a key role in supporting statewide public health initiatives, policy development, and regulatory compliance. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced attorney to influence public health decisions that protect and improve the health of Louisiana's communities.

Minimum Qualifications:
Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice law.

Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties:

• Serves as senior legal counsel to the Office of Public Health and the State Health Officer on matters involving public health laws and the State Sanitary Code.
• Provides legal advice and consultation to OPH offices and bureaus on regulatory compliance, policy interpretation, and enforcement actions.
• Reviews, drafts, and interprets statutes, regulations, policies, and legal documents related to public health operations.
• Collaborates closely with executive leadership and program management to support statewide public health initiatives and decision-making.
• Advises on legal risks, compliance strategies, and emerging public health issues impacting the department.
• Represents or supports the department in administrative proceedings, hearings, and interagency matters related to public health.

Position-Specific Details:

• Location: Office of the Secretary / Legal / East Baton Rouge Parish
• Appointment Type: This position may be filled as a Probationary appointment or Job appointment (temporary appointment that may last up to 48 months)
• Cost Center: 3071070203
• Position Number(s): 190943
• Career Progression: This position may be filled as an Attorney 1, 2, 3, or 4 determined by the qualifications of the candidate selected. This position provides the opportunity to advance within this job series.

Compensation: This position is eligible for the following Special Entrance Rates (SER), as well as a Premium Pay of up to $2.00/hr for hours worked based on longevity.

• Attorney 1 – $27.08 hr / $2,166.40 bi-weekly
• Attorney 2 – $28.98 hr / $2,318.40 bi-weekly
• Attorney 3 – $32.02 hr / $2,561.60 bi-weekly
• Attorney 4 – $34.26 hr / $2,740.80 bi-weekly

How to Apply:
Deanda Thymes
Deanda.Thymes@la.gov
LA Department of Health (LDH)
Division of Human Resources
PO Box 4818
Baton Rouge, LA 70821
225-342-6477

This organization participates in E-verify, and for more information on E-verify, please contact DHS at 1-888-464-4218.

LDH supports Louisiana's commitment to being a State as a Model Employer (SAME) by promoting the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

---