Class Code: 00644
90642
IOWA DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES –
HUMAN RESOURCES ENTERPRISE
ATTORNEY 2
Performs journey level professional legal work
and counsels/represents a state agency on legal matters; performs related work
as required.
The Work Examples and Competencies listed are for illustrative purposes only and not intended to be the primary basis for position classification decisions.
Researches laws, legal
opinions, policies, regulations, legal texts and precedents cases; drafts
letters memos, opinions, legislative reports, contracts, complaints, orders to
show cause, indictments, preliminary motions, supporting affidavits and briefs
for case filings.
Prepares pleadings, motions and interrogatories in connection
with cases in litigation; examines formal filings for legal sufficiency and
full disclosure required by statutes, rules and regulations.
Conducts pre-trial examinations of witnesses and
participates in pre-trial and pre-hearing conferences; interviews/selects
witnesses and prepares them to give testimony; conducts direct examination of
witnesses and cross-examines witnesses in court cases or administrative
proceedings.
Conducts investigations of administrative
proceedings and prepares reports, exhibits and legal memoranda from the records
and hearings, outlining the factual and legal issues and recommending
disposition of a case for consideration by quasi-judicial officers.
Comments on and/or drafts proposed legislation or
changes in agency rules, regulations, polices and procedures; examines
petitions, claims and charges brought against the agency and
negotiates/recommends settlement.
Prepares and/or presents the agency's case in
administrative hearings, court, charges, show cause orders, complaints, briefs,
motions and other documents preparatory or incidental to the trial of a case.
Serve as the specialist on a single program or a major
phase of several programs/activities for which specialized technical knowledge
is required.
Instructs employees, answering
questions and distributing, balancing and checking work; may make suggestions
on appointment, promotions, performance and reassignments.
Knowledge of legal principles
and their application and of legal research methods.
Knowledge of the scope and character of Iowa Statutory
law and the provisions of the Iowa Constitution.
Knowledge of the principles of administrative and
constitutional law; of trial and hearing procedures and of the rules of
evidence.
Knowledge of the special statutes, constitutional
provisions, procedures, practices or uses of special fields as outlined in the
necessary special requirements.
Ability to analyze, appraise and apply legal
principles, facts and precedents to difficult legal or factual problems.
Ability to present statements of fact, law and
argument clearly and logically in written and oral form.
Ability to effectively present, argue or explain cases
to administrative boards or commissions or to courts.
Ability to draft and/or compose legal instruments
and documents and to dictate correspondence involving the explanation of
difficult legal matters.
Ability to analyze situations accurately and to adopt
effective and proper course of action.
Ability to be admitted to the Iowa State Bar if
required at the time of appointment.
Displays high standards of ethical conduct. Exhibits honesty and integrity. Refrains from theft-related, dishonest or
unethical behavior.
Works and communicates with internal and external
clients and customers to meet their needs in a polite, courteous, and
cooperative manner. Committed to quality
service.
Displays a high level of initiative, effort and
commitment towards completing assignments efficiently. Works with minimal supervision. Demonstrates responsible behavior and
attention to detail.
Responds appropriately to supervision. Makes an effort to follow policy and
cooperate with supervisors.
Aligns behavior with the needs, priorities and goals
of the organization.
Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust,
and group identity. Fosters commitment
and team spirit.
Expresses information to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information. Listens to others and responds appropriately.
Graduation from an accredited law school and
experience equal to two years of full-time work in the practice of law;
OR
employees
with current continuous experience in the State executive branch that
includes experience equal to eighteen months of full-time work with the
employing agency in the practice of law shall be considered as qualified.
For designated positions the appointing
authority, with Iowa Department of Administrative Services – Human Resources Enterprise
prior approval, may request those applicants possessing a minimum of twelve
semester hours of education, six months of experience, or a combination of
both, or a specific certificate, license, or endorsement in the following
areas:
004 administrative
law
188 environmental
law
245 government
regulation
427 title
underwriter
428 real
estate and mortgage law
706 transportation
coursework – undergraduate level
732 utility
regulation
871 license
to practice law in Iowa
Applicants
wishing to be considered for such designated positions must list applicable
coursework, experience, certificate, license, or endorsement on the
application.
Work as a Law Clerk is not considered
a "practice of law."
Effective Date:
12/01 VA