Associate General Counsel

Job overview

The Associate General Counsel role is hybrid in Phoenix, AZ, with an annual salary of $115,000–$135,000. The Arizona Department of Economic Security works to strengthen individuals, families, and communities and supports programs intended to improve quality of life. The attorney provides legal counsel to division leadership across contracts, eligibility, appeals, claims, compliance, policy, rulemaking, public records, and risk matters. Through legal analysis, practical advice, collaboration, and staff training, the role supports lawful, accountable, and effective department programs and operations.

What you'll do

• Provide legal advice to leadership
• conduct complex legal research and analysis
• review and draft contracts, agreements, and procurement documents
• advise on eligibility determinations, appeals, claims, and hearings
• support compliance, audits, and risk mitigation
• draft and interpret policies and administrative rules
• advise on public records and disclosure
• collaborate with division leadership and staff
• develop and deliver legal training.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

associate general counsel

phoenix az

hybrid

arizona department of economic security

public service

legal counsel

public benefits

contracts and procurement

administrative appeals

compliance and risk

policy and rulemaking

$115,000–$135,000/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Hybrid/remote operations; broad public benefits and administrative law portfolio; Arizona law license and valid Arizona driver’s license required.

About the employer

AZ Dept. of Economic Security is hiring for this role. Industry: Administration of General Economic Programs. Sector: 92.