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opportunities for its citizens and strives to protect the rights and opportunities of all people to seek, obtain, and hold employment without being subjected to illegal
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Treasury Counsel
Tennessee Department of Treasury
To apply, submit your resume to: Treasury.Resumes@tn.gov
Department of Treasury:
The Tennessee Department of Treasury is responsible for many of the financial operations of state government,
including managing more than $125 billion in assets through its various investment programs. Treasury administers the
state pension plan, known as the Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System, and the State’s Deferred Compensation
plan. Treasury serves all Tennesseans by helping to educate and empower individuals to make informed financial
choices, and by providing public serving programs in the areas of college savings, financial literacy, unclaimed property,
criminal injuries compensation, and more. Treasury’s mission is to invest in the well-being of Tennesseans through
exceptional financial leadership, management, service and education.
Division of Legal, Compliance and Audit:
The Division of Legal, Compliance, Audit and Investment Stewardship (LCAI) is a division comprised of complementing
disciplines that work collaboratively in providing support services to ensure compliance for the Treasury’s programs. All
driving toward the same goal, the LCAI supports the Treasury’s employees and stakeholders in successfully fulfilling the
Department’s core functions and strategic initiatives.
Legal Team:
The Legal team is a small group of attorneys working for a Department that is diverse and dynamic. We work in a teamlike environment that encourages diversity of thought and perspective. The Legal team works individually on tasks but
often collaborate with our colleagues to share history, promote growth, and develop skills. Since we are working remotely,
we engage in team meetings to stay connected, discuss interesting research, brainstorm legal challenges, and analyze
matters of first impression for the Department. We believe helping one another produces excellent work and work-life
balance. Our team strives for excellence as problem solvers and trustworthy counsel for the Department and the State.
Job Overview:
LCA seeks a dynamic attorney to bring diversity of thought and perspective to our Legal team. This is an exciting opportunity for
an attorney looking to practice administrative law while developing an expertise in pension and securities law. Through this position,
the successful candidate will provide legal advice, interpretations, and guidance to all the varied Treasury programs, and engage in
the legislative process, board governance, procurements, and administrative law cases. At the present time, this position
is primarily remote, with occasional in-person meetings in downtown Nashville; however, job location is subject to change
at the discretion of the Treasurer. The successful candidate must live in Tennessee, and have a sufficient internet
connection.
Pursuant to the State of Tennessee’s Workplace Discrimination and Harassment policy, the State is firmly committed to the principle of fair and equal employment
opportunities for its citizens and strives to protect the rights and opportunities of all people to seek, obtain, and hold employment without being subjected to illegal
discrimination and harassment in the workplace. It is the State’s policy to provide an environment free of discrimination and harassment of an individual because of
that person’s race, color, national origin, age (40 and over), sex, pregnancy, religion, creed, disability, veteran’s status or any other category protected by state and/or
federal civil rights laws.
If the thought of being on a team of intellectuals with a desire for life-long growth entices you, we invite you to consider
joining our team of professionals, who embrace the unique value each of us brings to the group as we work together
toward our shared goals. Joining our team offers competitive compensation, excellent health and wellness benefits,
including paid parental leave, a top-ranked retirement plan, work-life balance and flexibility, a supportive place to grow in
your profession, and an opportunity to enjoy the great City of Nashville.
General Legal and Compliance Duties:
• Provide legal guidance and analysis in crafting solutions to innovative issues and matters of first impression
• Working collegially with other Divisions in the Department to assist in the development and implementation of holistic
solutions by providing legal advice and counsel.
• Provide legal advice and written legal analysis to Treasury programs to minimize risk and ensure compliance with
applicable laws and rules.
• Assist in reviewing and revising policies and procedures to ensure compliance and minimize risk
• Draft and analyze legislation and fiscal notes affecting the State Treasurer and the Department
• Review and analyze the effects of proposed state and federal legislation
• Draft solicitation documents and review service provider agreements
• Handle appeals of agency decisions, including litigating contested cases before an Administrative Law Judge
• Assist the Department with board meetings, subpoenas and public records requests
Minimum Qualifications:
• Licensed to practice law in the State of Tennessee
• Graduation from an accredited law school
• Graduation from four (4)-year college or university
• At least five (5) years of experience practicing law
• Litigation experience is preferred
Preferred Competencies:
• Integrity and Trust
• Problem Solving
• Communication
• Relationship Management
• Critical Thinking
• Attention to Detail
At the present time, this position is primarily remote, with occasional required in-person meetings. It is anticipated that
the department will regularly utilize its downtown Nashville office on a hybrid schedule in the future. Job location is
subject to change at the discretion of the Department. The successful candidate should live in Tennessee and provide
sufficient internet connection. This position is not eligible for VISA sponsorship (of foreign nationals).
The State of Tennessee is an Equal Opportunity Employer. View other career opportunities at Treasury
Licensed to practice law in Tennessee; graduation from accredited law school and four-year college; at least 5 years of legal practice; must live in Tennessee with sufficient internet; no visa sponsorship.
Key Responsibilities
- providing legal advice
- drafting legislation
- handling appeals
Job Details
- Category: Legal and Compliance
- Seniority: Senior Level
- Commitment: Full Time
- Workplace: Remote — Tennessee or Nashville
- Languages: English
Benefits
- Retirement plan
- Generous parental leave
About Tennessee Department of Treasury
A state government department managing financial operations, investments, and public programs for Tennessee. — Industry: Government Agencies and Departments