The General Counsel is responsible for providing and overseeing legal strategy and support of the Company’s business activities with a focus on contracts, corporate governance, human resources, litigation management, regulatory law (MSHA, OSHA, EPA, etc.), and management of external counsel.  This position will also provide general support to the Company’s efforts regarding environmental permitting, communications and government relations.  

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following (other duties and responsibilities may be assigned): 

• Is responsible for all legal matters of the Company. 

• Serves as legal representative for the Board of Directors.   

• Coordinates legal activities with Owner’s attorneys.   

• Drafts or provides guidance to the Company’s Policy Committee to ensure the adoption of or continuance of policies and procedures that are legally compliant and that assist the Company’s leaders in providing the lowest cost source of energy for our Owners. 

• Manages the Ethics program for the Company including the management of the anonymous complaint hotline. 

• Coordinates legal aspects of liability matters, human resource management, contract management, establishes goals and objectives for the functional areas of the Company under its leadership that are consistent with the overall organizational goals. 

• Oversees the Information Governance program within the Company ensuring compliance with regulatory retention requirements and best practices for corporate records management. 

• Serves as a member of the Senior Leadership team.  

• Must have regular and reliable attendance.   

Supervisory Responsibilities 

Directly supervises all Legal Department activities.  Carries out supervisory responsibilities for Direct reports in accordance with PSGC policies and applicable laws, rules, and regulations.   

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position.  REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS MAY BE MADE TO ENABLE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS. 

Education/Experience 

• A juris doctorate degree from an ABA Accredited University in the United States.   

• Must have a minimum of five years equivalent previous related experience, preferably in Illinois. 

Certification/Licensure 

• Licensed to practice law in the State of Illinois or ability to obtain license or become authorized in-house counsel within six months of hire date.  

Knowledge of 

• Extensive knowledge of employment law including ADA and FMLA requirements, contracts, and ethics and compliance.  

Skills and Abilities 

• Must have ability to effectively communicate.  

• Must have the highest safety and ethics standards for self and others. 

• Must be a proven leader with demonstrated ability to attract, develop, and lead a diverse team to deliver outstanding business results. 

• Must actively promote teamwork across the campus.  Must be able to effectively represent the Company.  

Work Environment 

The characteristics listed herein describe the work environment the employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.  REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS MAY BE MADE TO ENABLE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS.  While performing the duties of this position, the employee: 

• Works in an office environment primarily. 

• Works in a power plant or coal mine environment occasionally. 

• Exposed to a quiet to moderately noisy environment primarily; very noisy and dirty environment occasionally. 

• Exposed to industrial safety hazards occasionally. 

• Overnight travel as business requires. 

Compensation and Benefits 

At Prairie State, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as one grows and develops within a role. The base pay range we reasonably expect to pay for this role is between $212,000.00 per year salary exempt and $250,000.00 per year salary exempt. Individual pay decisions depend on various factors, such as skills, qualifications, and relevant experience. In addition, this position is eligible to participate in the Company’s monthly incentive program.  

Employees are also eligible to receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, retirement savings plan with Company match, life and disability insurance, and tuition reimbursement. Click here to learn more about Prairie State’s benefits.  

Prairie State offers all full-time employees paid time off, accruing 160 hours annually with gradual increases based on length of service, as well as nine paid holidays per year. Paid maternal and paternal leave is also available to employees that meet the eligibility requirements.  

Note: Prairie State benefits, compensation, and employee incentive programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.