Attorney 4 (Employment Law) Opportunity
Join the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) Legal Section as a senior attorney specializing in employment law and personnel matters that impact a statewide workforce of more than 4,000 employees.
This position provides legal counsel and representation to DOTD on complex employment law issues involving Civil Service rules, disciplinary matters, workplace investigations, discrimination claims, and federal and state employment laws. The work handled by this role directly influences departmental policies, employee relations practices, and legal compliance across the agency.
The selected candidate will work closely with DOTD leadership, Human Resources, and program managers to provide legal guidance, defend the department in employment-related litigation, and support sound personnel decision-making.
We are seeking candidates who can manage complex legal matters while maintaining professionalism, accuracy, and sound legal judgment. Successful candidates are able to interpret statutes and regulations, analyze legal risk, and communicate legal guidance clearly to leadership and non-legal professionals.
This role requires the ability to work independently while coordinating with agency leadership, Human Resources, and external legal partners.
This position provides the opportunity to handle complex employment law matters, represent the Department in administrative and court proceedings, and play a key role in shaping employment policies and practices across a large statewide agency.
Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency:
https://dotd.la.gov/about/office-of-management-and-finance/human-resources/career-center/
Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice law plus three years of experience as a practicing attorney.The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found
here.
Job Duties:
As an Employment Attorney in the DOTD Legal Section, you may:
• Represent DOTD in Civil Service appeals, administrative hearings, and state and federal court proceedings involving employment matters
• Develop legal strategies, prepare pleadings, conduct discovery, and participate in hearings and trials related to personnel matters
• Advise DOTD leadership and Human Resources on complex employment law issues, disciplinary actions, and workplace investigations
• Review and analyze employment-related complaints including discrimination, harassment, and workplace misconduct matters
• Assist with responses to EEOC charges and coordinate with the Louisiana Attorney General’s Office when necessary
• Provide legal guidance related to Civil Service rules, employee discipline, and personnel actions
• Review departmental policies and procedures to ensure compliance with federal and state employment laws
• Conduct legal research and prepare legal memoranda, policy recommendations, and formal legal opinions
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: This position may be filled as either a probational appointment (open to all qualified applicants); a promotion (open to all statewide classified and Agency-wide permanent status employees); or by detail to special duty.
Compensation: Additional compensation may be considered for applicants who possess extraordinary job-related qualifications or credentials in accordance with State Civil Service Rule 6.5(g) and DOTD policy. Any such consideration is subject to approval and applicable pay limitations.
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Melissa Willard
Administrative Program Specialist – Legal
225-242-4667
melissa.willard@la.gov
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.
Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available: https://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs_rehabilitation.asp
