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Staff Attorney 2

Internal Number: 260109-0088AR-001

Are you an experience attorney looking for an exciting new opportunity to serve your state?

Join us as a Staff Attorney 2 and make an impact today! 

The State of Connecticut, Department of Public Health (DPH) is has an anticipated opening for a Staff Attorney 2 to join their team! Within the Legal Services unit of the DPH Legal Office, this Staff Attorney 2 position will report to the DPH Legal Director and will provide legal support primarily to the Environmental Health and Drinking Water Branch. This position may also support other programmatic areas within DPH as needed. 

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Location: 410 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT
  • Work Schedule: Monday - Friday
  • Work Shift: Full-time, First Shift
  • Work Hours: 40 hours per week 
  • Please note: Telework and flex schedule may be available after successful completion of probationary period, depending on needs of the agency. 

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL:

  • Assist with interpretation of and compliance with state and federal statutes and regulations, conduct legal research, draft legal documents and memorandums, and advise program staff all in support of DPH’s mission to protect and improve the health and safety of Connecticut’s residents; and 
  • Assist the DPH Legal Director with various legal issues that arise within the Department including compliance with FOIA, HIPAA, confidentiality, the Code of Ethics, CHRO/employment matters, and review and drafting of legislation and regulations.

MORE ABOUT THE AGENCY:

The Mission of the Department of Public Health (DPH) is to protect and improve the health and safety of the people of Connecticut by:

  • Assuring the conditions in which people can be healthy
  • Preventing disease, injury, and disability
  • Promoting the equal enjoyment of the highest attainable standard of health, which is a human right and a priority of the state.

DPH accomplishes this through the implementation of its Strategic Plan which outlines the actions that DPH is taking to accomplish its Mission.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of experience in the practice of law.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Incumbents in this class must be admitted to practice law in the State of Connecticut.
About State of Connecticut
The State of Connecticut – Executive Branch employs thousands of dedicated professionals, committed to providing a safe and thriving environment for our community, and visitors. As a small state, we have so much to offer – education, employment, culture, travel, nature, history and recreation - each of these opportunities positively impact our citizens and businesses. While Hartford is Connecticut’s state capital and home to many of our agency offices, we are proud to offer positions located throughout the state. Some of our most popular work sites are located in Bridgeport, Enfield, Middletown, New Haven, Torrington, and with a higher demand throughout the Fairfield County. We are seeking to hire employees for locations statewide who find inspiration in our culture and values, specifically: - Committed to making an impact - Serving the public through meaningful work - Seeking limitless opportunities to grow - Enjoy a work/life balance (with competitive benefits) - Interested in diversity and fresh perspectives If you can see yourself contributing to our vision, we encourage you to apply to join us!
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Date Posted
01/13/2026
Job Reference
21971016
Organization
State of Connecticut
Location
Hartford, CT 06101
Category
Health Policy Management
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