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Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission (IURC): 
The Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission is an administrative agency that hears evidence in cases filed before it and makes decisions based on the evidence presented in those cases. An advocate of neither the public nor the utilities, the Commission is required by state statute to make decisions in the public interest to ensure the utilities provide safe and reliable service at just and reasonable rates.

Role Overview : 

The Assistant General Counsel provides legal guidance to commission leadership and departments across a broad range of issues. In this role, you will serve as a skilled and knowledgeable resource on utility laws, regulations, and compliance. Responsibilities include supporting legislative inquiries, conducting research on matters affecting the commission, drafting appellate briefs, and advising on rulemaking, contracts, and procurement processes.

Salary : 

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $70,844 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

Use our  Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package. 

A Day in the Life:

Responsibilities include:

• Conduct legal research on issues faced by the Commission.
• Draft appellate briefs.
• Draft contracts.
• Represent the Commission staff in certain proceedings.
• Ensure compliance with public records requests.
• Assit with legislative inquiries.
• Act as legal liaison to Commission divisions.
• Represent the Commission in regional meetings and processes.

The job profile is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours that may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.

What You'll Need for Success:

Credentials:

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited university or law school.
• Member in good standing with the Indiana State Bar Association.
  • We will also accept applications from candidates who are graduating from law school and taking the Indiana Bar Examination in 2026, contingent upon successful completion of both.

Additional qualifications:

• Excellent skills and proven proficiency at legal research and writing - applicant must provide a writing sample and a copy of the applicant's law school transcript.
• Knowledge of and experience with administrative law, statutory interpretation, Indiana Rules of Trial Procedure, and Indiana Rules of Evidence.
• Ability and experience working productively with limited supervision in a collaborative setting.
• Knowledge of and experience with State of Indiana contracts and procurement processes.
• Knowledge of and experience with State of Indiana rulemaking procedures.
• Knowledge of utility law and regulatory practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of and experience pertaining to environmental issues.
• Knowledge and experience pertaining to regional and federal energy issues.
• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes: 

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
  • 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
  • Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
  • Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
  • 12 paid holidays, 14 in election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Referral Bonus program
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parking for most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learning access

   

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov .

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