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Staff Attorney 2

Internal Number: 260430-0088AR-001

Do you have experience in the practice of law and are looking to ensure public health and safety in our state?

Join us as a Staff Attorney 2 and make a difference today! 

The State of Connecticut, Department of Public Health (DPH) has two (2) openings for Staff Attorney 2 to join their engaging, impactful, and growing team! See descriptions of each position below: 

Position 1: Staff Attorney 2 - Administrative Prosecutor 

This position involves developing, negotiating and presenting cases involving alleged violations of law by licensed healthcare and environmental professionals and entities. This rewarding opportunity allows you to have a significant impact on the quality of health care and the environment in the state. Specific examples of the responsibilities include reviewing complaints and triaging case files, interviewing witnesses, drafting motions and statements of charges, holding compliance conferences, preparing exhibits, negotiating consent orders and presenting at formal administrative hearings before licensing boards and hearing officers.

Position 2: Staff Attorney 2 - Regulatory Advisor 

This attorney will advise program leadership on health law and policy issues to promote compliance with state and federal statutes and regulations. The programmatic areas this position will advise include the Infectious Disease and Community and Family Health Branches. These exciting, evolving areas of law require thoughtful analysis and critical application. This position also will advise the Department on compliance with the Freedom of Information Act and will represent the Department in hearings before the Freedom of Information Commission.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Location: 410 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT
  • Work Schedule: Monday - Friday
  • Work Shift: Full-time, First Shift
  • Work Hours: 40 hours per week, 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • May have the opportunity for a partial telework schedule

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO:

  • Engage in a rewarding career;
  • Provide support to a division that is passionate about improving the lives of those we serve; 
  • Assist our clients so they can achieve success;
  • Make a difference in the public sector;
  • Work together in a collaborative team environment.

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.

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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https://govphcareers.astho.org/jobs/22243942/staff-attorney-2

Date Posted
05/01/2026
Job Reference
22243942
Organization
State of Connecticut
Location
Hartford, CT 06101
Category
Health Policy Management
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