Job Number: 01-260407-01: Attorney SC020526
Company Name: The Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance Public Service Commission
The Missouri Public Service Commission (PSC) is seeking an Attorney for its Staff Counsel Department in Jefferson City.
Job Posting Number: SC020526
Salary:
Annual salary for a Legal Counsel - $76,293; Associate Counsel -
$82,634; and Senior Counsel - $87,336 plus benefits.
(The salary listed
reflects the base pay rate. Verified prior state service, subject to
applicable eligibility requirements, may increase total compensation.)
Job Location: This position is located at 200 Madison Street, Jefferson City, Missouri 65102
Why you’ll love this position:
The
Missouri Public Service Commission regulates investor-owned electric,
natural gas, steam, water and sewer utilities in Missouri, in addition
to manufactured housing. We ensure that Missourians receive safe and
reliable utility services at just, reasonable and affordable rates. The
Staff Counsel Department represents the Commission Staff in matters
relating to utility regulation before the Missouri Public Service
Commission. Commission Staff is comprised of finance and
industry-specific professionals. In addition to litigation, its duties
include providing legal advice and guidance to Staff members,
researching up-and-coming growth in areas such as energy efficiency and
developing technology, and shaping future policy.
What you’ll do:
•
Litigation of public utility cases (in the fields of
telecommunications, electric, natural gas, steam, water and sewer, and
manufactured housing) before the PSC on behalf of Commission Staff.
•
Cases involve matters such as utility rates, utility operation
financing, mergers and acquisitions, and regulatory law enforcement of
Commission rules and laws.
• This position requires the ability to provide sound legal analysis and well-drafted documents under demanding deadlines.
• Position may require occasional in- and out-of-state travel.
All you need for success:
Minimum Qualifications
•
Legal Counsel (entry-level) – a juris doctorate degree and admission to
practice law in Missouri or admission elsewhere and eligibility for
admission to practice law in Missouri is required. (May graduates are
welcome to apply.)
• Associate Counsel (intermediate-level) – two
years’ experience as a Legal Counsel at the PSC or two years’ experience
in general litigation, administrative law, and/or government regulation
of private enterprise.
• Senior Counsel (senior-level) – two years’
experience as an Associate Counsel at the PSC or four years’ experience
in general litigation, administrative law, and/or government regulation
of private enterprise.
• Must be a member of the Missouri Bar.
• Personal computer experience required, with knowledge of Microsoft Office preferred.
• Must demonstrate excellent reasoning and writing skills.
More reasons to love this position:
The
State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a
defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and
eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is
more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate
the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an
interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a
comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective
employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant
resources can be found here.
• Health insurance 1st of the month following start date.
• 10 hours of paid sick and vacation time each month.
• 13 paid holidays.
• Optional life, medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• State employee pension plan and deferred savings program (with up to $75 match).
• Potential flexible work schedules, physical fitness opportunities, and tuition reimbursement.
Interested Parties/How to Apply:
To be considered for this position, please submit an application, resume, a copy of each transcript from all college/universities attended, and and a short legal writing sample
by 5:00 pm May 8, 2026 to:
Missouri Public Service Commission
P.O. Box 360
Jefferson City, Missouri 65102
or via e-mail to
pscjobs@psc.mo.gov
For additional information, visit
https://mocareers.mo.gov/psc or
http://psc.mo.gov/General/Career_Opportunities.