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ATTY 4

Phoenix, United States

INDUSTRIAL COMMISSION

Are you ready to work for an exceptional state agency that works to protect the life, health, safety and welfare of the employees in the State of Arizona? Apply with us! The Industrial Commission of Arizona (ICA) is committed to the highest standards of compliance, demonstrating leadership in all areas, and teaching and working with employers and employees to make them successful. A thriving workforce in Arizona is what we strive for and work towards each day.

Attorney 4

Job Location:

Legal Division

Address: 800 W. Washington St.

Phoenix, AZ 85007

Posting Details:

Salary: $ 91,300.00

Grade: 03

Closing Date: September 16, 2025

Job Summary:

The Attorney 4 position that will provide legal representation and services to the Industrial Commission of Arizona, including to its members, Director, Deputy Director, and the Commission's various divisions, to include: the Special Fund in uninsured workers' compensation claims, second injury claims, supportive care claims, and matters involving A.R.S. §§ 23-966 & 23-1065; the Arizona Division of Occupational Safety and Health in matters involving the enforcement of the Arizona Occupational Safety and Health Act; the Labor Division in enforcement of youth employment matters, wage claim appeals, and other matters under the Labor Division's jurisdiction.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

Job Duties:

This position will also give advice regarding personnel matters and record requests; assist the Commission with legislative matters and rule-making; represent the Commission in efforts to ensure employer compliance with A.R.S. § 23-961; pursuing subrogation of third-party no-insurance claims; collecting money owed to the agency/state; utilize the ICA case management and paperless file systems to maintain an electronic file and database for all assigned matters.

The Attorney 4, position may handle the most important cases and guides and directs other attorneys, when needed.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

Arizona administrative practices and procedures and personnel rules and requirements.
The purposes, goals, policies, procedures and practices of the Commission and the Legal Division.
Legal research methods, legal principles, and their application.
Arizona law and applicable Federal law as it relates to workers' compensation, OSHA, labor/employment, administrative practice and procedures, appellate practice and procedure, superior court practice and procedure, rulemaking and other regulatory requirements affecting state agencies, contracting and procurement, open meetings, public records, insurance, collection practices and procedures, and bankruptcy/receivership/liquidation.
Medical terminology, medical diagnoses, and treatment.
Construction terminology and construction methods.
Ethical standards applicable to lawyers and public employees.

Skills in:

Supervision, leadership, and teamwork.
Legal research and legal writing involving complex questions of law.
Persuasive oral communication and negotiation.
Clear and concise written and oral advocacy.
Critical and logical analysis, including skill in analyzing complex legal problems and applying legal principles and precedents to a particular set of facts.
Planning/organization, multi-tasking, and time management.
Use of computer and related technical devices/programs/software.
Problem-solving, ingenuity, and decision-making.
Teaching and mentoring.
Attention to detail and being thorough.
The use of case management software and databases.

Abilities to:

Interact professionally with a diverse group of clients, coworkers, and the public.
Manage a significant volume of cases and effectively use skills of staff.
Display courteous, ethical, and professional behavior.
Apply professional ethical rules in daily practice.
Exercise good judgment in making strategic decisions in cases and providing legal advice to clients.
Multi-task, prioritize, adapt to changing circumstances, and meet deadlines.
Plan, direct, and evaluate work of staff.
Mentor staff.
Work under pressure.
Travel within and without Arizona, including overnight stays.
Recognize and engage those with different backgrounds, characteristics, and perspectives to bridge gaps in understanding of differing viewpoints, as well as ensuring persons with diverse perspectives are given the opportunity to collaborate and provide input.

Selective Preference(s):

Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 8 years’ experience in areas of law related to that described herein.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Admission to, and good standing with, the Arizona State Bar is required (include on resume the date(s) of admission in Arizona and any other states). An active Arizona State Bar license is required.
Graduation from an accredited college of law.
Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:

The State of Arizona provides an excellent comprehensive benefits package including:

Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
10 paid holidays per year
Vacation time accrued at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
Sick time accrued at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
Deferred compensation plan
Wellness plans

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Retirement:

You will be eligible to participate in the state employee health/disability insurance plan, and you are required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). ASRS participation may begin immediately or upon your 27th week of employment. Contributions are matched by the employer.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 542-5559. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.

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