Counsel Ii

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Counsel II
The candidate will conduct disciplinary investigations, represent the Board in adjudicatory proceedings, and have significant responsibility assisting the Board and the Executive Director in administering both the licensing and disciplinary components of the Board’s licensing program. Provide staff support to the Board and Executive Director on legal and policy issues that arise primarily in the Board’s exercise of its administrative duties. Serve as legal resource for the Board and Executive Director. Research, analyze and make recommendations on legal issues relating to the administration and management of the Board. Assist the Board in drafting and revising regulations as needed and ensuring that all legal requirements of the regulation promulgation process are met. Assist in the development of Board policies and procedures regarding the evaluation of license applications, the administration of the exam, the review of licensees' adherence to professional standards of practice, the conduct of disciplinary proceedings, and the enforcement of the Board's other licensing requirements. Draft legal memoranda and briefs; represent the Board before an administrative hearing officer, in administrative appeals of its licensing decisions. Conduct investigations of disciplinary complaints and prosecute said complaints at evidentiary hearings before an administrative hearing officer. Complete special projects and other assigned tasks. Must have knowledge of General Laws chapter 21E and its implementing regulations at 310 CMR 40.0000 (the Massachusetts Contingency Plan). Should have ability to identify and analyze complex legal issues; research statutes, and case law. Must have ability to prepare and present legal analyses and recommendations. Should have experience conducting evidentiary hearings or trials. Must have Membership in the Massachusetts Bar. Should have a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, admission to the Massachusetts Bar and 3+ years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional experience in the practice of law. May be required to have a current and valid Motor Vehicle Drivers License at a Class level specific to assignment.

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