Deputy General Counsel

About the Team

The Department of Labor and Industry (DLI) is dedicated to empowering all Montanans through work and opportunity. The Office of Legal Services operates within an open, team-based, supportive, and collaborative environment, proud of the impact it makes in communities every day. This team is committed to delivering legal services with consistency, integrity, and strategic focus to support fair, lawful, and efficient outcomes for Montana's workers, businesses, and communities.

About the Role

The Deputy General Counsel serves as a legal leader within the Office of Legal Services, providing strategic direction and day-to-day management for the agency's litigation team. Reporting directly to the General Counsel, this role is pivotal in guiding experienced attorneys and paralegals through a diverse portfolio of administrative and civil litigation, including occupational licensing, wage and hour enforcement, workers' compensation, and unemployment insurance matters.

In this position, you will ensure timely and effective case handling while partnering with agency leadership to align litigation strategy with broader operational goals. The role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of public service law in Montana, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement while mentoring the next generation of legal professionals.

Hiring Process

Applications for this position must be submitted exclusively through the MT Careers site. A complete state application is not required; however, you must initiate the application process online and attach your resume and cover letter to be considered.

Important Application Instructions:

• Attachments: You must mark your resume and cover letter attachments as "RELEVANT". Documents not marked correctly will not be viewable.
• Required Documents: Your cover letter must explain how your experience and education meet the required skills and competencies, providing specific examples. Your resume should include all relevant work experience with duties and dates of employment.
• Incomplete Applications: Failure to attach both the cover letter and resume will result in your application being considered incomplete.
• Veteran/Disability Preference: If applicable, all documents for preference must be received or date-stamped by the closing date. You will receive a confirmation email with instructions on how to submit these documents.
• Accommodations: If you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact the HR office.

Equal Opportunity & Culture

The State of Montana is an equal opportunity employer. We consider qualified applicants regardless of background. Employees for the State of Montana must reside within Montana. This position may be eligible for a statutory base pay increase effective July 1, 2026, and the agency participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.

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