ATTORNEY II
Little Rock, AR, US, 72209
Position Number: 22168031
County: Pulaski
Posting End Date: 07/16/2025
Anticipated Starting Salary: 85943
The Department of Public Safety’s mission is to enhance the safety and security of all Arkansans through ethical, character-driven behavior that promotes professionalism, clear communication, and accountability while serving as the state’s premier public safety agency.
This position is Safety Sensitive and is subject to pre-employment, random, and for-cause drug screenings.
If you are requesting veteran’s preference, please include your DD214.
Summary
The Attorney is responsible for conducting legal research and writing legal documents for use in litigation and for providing legal assistance to the agency. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.
Functions
Reviews and analyzes data and documentation related to agency's legal matters to determine the agency's position on the issue. Researches case law, state law and any applicable federal laws related to current legal issues to prepare for potential mediation, litigation, conciliation agreement, or settlement. Writes legal briefs, motions, and other pleadings to support arguments to facilitate the mediation/litigation process. Analyzes and interprets state and federal laws to determine impact on agency programs. Advises agency management on legal issues affecting the agency and offers a legal opinion on actions the agency may take to resolve legal issues. Represents the agency in legal proceedings which may occur in various settings and jurisdictions. Performs other duties as assigned. This position will primarily support the Commission on Law Enforcement Standards and Training (CLEST), an agency of the Department of Public Safety. The CLEST attorney will provide general legal support for CLEST, represent the Commission in law enforcement officer decertification hearings, assist in law enforcement training, and provide other duties as assigned.
Dimensions
Occasional to frequent in-state travel to attend fact finding meetings, advisory meetings, hearings, and/or court proceedings is required. Occasional out-of state travel related to agency legal matters may be required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of state and federal laws. Knowledge of legal research and writing protocols. Ability to research, analyze, interpret, and apply case law, state and federal statutes, legal precedents and relevant legislative intent to agency legal matters. Ability to provide legal guidance and technical assistance to agency's management and staff. Ability to perform mediation / litigation.
Position Information
Job Series: Attorneys – Career Path
Classification: Attorney II
Class Code: LAT04P
Pay Grade: SPC05
Salary Range: $85,943 - $127,195
Job Summary
Primary Responsibilities
Knowledge and Skills
Minimum Qualifications
Licensure/Certifications
The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.
Nearest Major Market: Little Rock