Legal Counsel

State of Missouri
Jefferson City, Missouri United States  View Map
Posted: Mar 04, 2025
  • Salary: $67,080 per Year USD
  • Salary Top:67080
  • Full Time
  • Legal Services
  • Job Description

    LEGAL COUNSEL - SALES TAX SECTION

    Department of Revenue

    Location: Jefferson City, Missouri

    Annual Salary - $67,080.24

    (Higher salary/position may be available based on prior experience)

    DOR’s Vision: To provide every customer the best experience every time

    HOW THIS POSITION SUPPORTS THE DEPARTMENT’S VISION:

    The Missouri Department of Revenue has an immediate opening for an attorney in the General Counsel’s Office Sales Tax Section. The attorney will represent the Director of Revenue before the Administrative Hearing Commission, provide legal guidance, draft regulations and legal opinions, and engage in various other legal duties as assigned. This is an excellent opportunity to gain immediate litigation experience as well as learn a complex area of law. This position affords the opportunity for experience with a number of tax types, professional career development, and valuable training and mentoring. The Missouri Department of Revenue is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualifying employer.

    • Represent the Department in a wide range of litigation matters
    • Provide general legal advice to Department personnel in the area of sales tax
    • Legal research and writing


    CORE COMPETENCIES NEEDED:

    Strategic Thinking Computer Literacy Effective Writing

    Able to Work Independently Attention to Detail Clear Communication

    QUALIFICATIONS NEEDED:

    • Currently licensed to practice law in Missouri as a recognized member of the Missouri Bar
    • Ability to exercise critical reasoning skills
    • Ability to effectively work and communicate with coworkers, taxpayers, attorneys and the courts
    • Ability to work independently


    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

    • Motivated, independent, and reliable professional
    • General knowledge of and interest in tax law
    • Relevant experience is valued, but not required


    The Missouri Department of Revenue has an immediate opening for an attorney in the General Counsel’s Office Sales Tax Section. The attorney would represent the Director of Revenue before the Administrative Hearing Commission, provide legal guidance, draft regulations and legal opinions, and engage in various other legal duties as assigned. This is an excellent opportunity to gain immediate litigation experience as well as learn a complex area of law. This position affords the opportunity for experience with a number of tax types, professional career development, and valuable training and mentoring.
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • State of Missouri
    • State of Missouri

    Build the Missouri of tomorrow.

    Ensure a strong foundation today.

    Join a group of innovative team members focused on driving the State of Missouri forward. As public servants, our team members have the opportunity to produce work that is both lasting and important. This work serves to protect families, communities, and our natural resources.

     No matter where you are in your career, whether entry level or senior level, a career with the State of Missouri will challenge you to grow both personally and professionally. Though one employer, there is no shortage of exciting opportunities as there are many career paths you may take within the State. If you are searching for a job that transforms lives, including your own, a career with the State of Missouri is the perfect fit!

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