Staff Attorney

Provides legal advice to office employees and lead attorneys. May be privy to highly confidential records and correspondence, including matters related to litigation. Prepares and maintains correspondence directly affecting the operation of the Office. Works in concert with other departments and officials to exchange knowledge and/or obtain approval/signatures. May act as a personal representative or liaison on behalf of the executive or agency to bridge issues of common concern between professional staff, management and support operations. May assume primary supervisory responsibility for, or oversight of, select programs, functions, tasks, personnel, and projects as directed. May investigate operational problems and recommend appropriate action to resolve problems and conflicts. Performs special projects and assignments as directed, and performs research for the development of policy and procedures for the office and its departments. May serve in the capacity of an office manager. May train new employees on office policies, procedures, and protocols.