Parole - Legal Counsel

About the role

The incumbent in this position is responsible for representing the agency’s position and statutory obligations in legal matters, obtaining information on cases for hearings, advising agency staff on legal matters, drafting administrative and legal documents, providing information to the public on agency functions, rules and regulations, and perform related work as required.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Parole Board in Superior Court civil litigation(s)
• Respond to public records requests
• Assist General Counsel in executive clemency matters
• Assist Board Members and General Counsel in preparing decisions on life sentence cases
• Assist General Counsel in the review and drafting of parole regulations and agency policies
• Assist the Attorney General’s Office with parole litigation(s)
• Provide counsel on parole legal matters for the agency’s attorneys, parolees and inmates
• Respond to inquiries from private attorneys, assistant district attorneys, parolees and inmates concerning parole legal matters
• Represent the agency at legal seminars, conferences, trainings and meetings held by other agencies or legal organizations

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree
• Admission to the Massachusetts Bar
• At least three years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional experience in the practice of law
• Incumbents may be required to have a current and valid Motor Vehicle Drivers License at a Class level specific to assignment

Pay

$92,081.60 annually

Schedule

Full-time, Day shift

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. The Commonwealth provides a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.