Attorney

Montana Department of Transportation Helena, MT
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February 9, 2024
Montana Department of Transportation
Helena, MT
Position Title: Attorney


TheMontana Department of Transportation (MDT)is recruiting for an Attorney. This position represents MDT in areas of transportation law. Represents MDT at trials and hearings in state and federal district and appellate courts and before administrative forums. Provides general counsel advice and guidance to the Director, administrators, and program managers. This position reports to MDT’s Chief Counsel. This position is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities.


For a full job description, please contact Alycia Gereg at [email protected] .


Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include:


  • Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
  • Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
  • State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
  • Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
  • Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
  • Benefits apply on first day of employment
  • Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer


For information on the Montana Department of Transportation’s mission, vision, and values, please visit our website: https://www.mdt.mt.gov/about.aspx#values


Required Education And Experience


  • Bachelor’s Degree and a Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school.
  • 3 years of experience in practicing law. Legal internships and clerkships may be considered).
  • This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.


Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities


  • Knowledge of Montana and Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, Rules of Evidence, and Rules of Appellate procedure.
  • Knowledge of concepts, theories and principles related to transportation law including eminent domain, contract claims, employment law, environmental law, and administrative law.
  • Skills in legal research, writing, citation, and documentation.
  • Skills in negotiating and mediating conflicts.
  • Ability to communicate professionally and effectively.


Required Application Materials


  • A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.
  • A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position.


Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as “Relevant.”


If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed below.


Other Information


The successful candidate must pass a name-based background investigation as a condition of employment.


The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division, at 406.444.6054.


The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury-free workplace.

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