Associate Legal Counsel/Senior Legal Counsel

Overview of the Office of General CounselWorking in close collaboration with the SANDAG Board of Directors, members of the Executive Office, and employees throughout the organization, the Office of General Counsel has a reputation for providing outstanding legal advice and partnering on projects and initiatives that contribute to the overall success of the agency. SANDAG functions in a complex environment and the Legal team is known for being innovative and proactive in facilitating decisions that support the achievement of the agency’s goals.RoleAs a member of the seven-person Office of General Counsel, the Legal Counsel will serve as a technical resource to agency executives and project managers and will support various programs, projects, and services by conducting research and preparing resolutions, memoranda, opinions, and other legal documents, providing legal guidance related to agency contracting and procurement processes, assisting with litigation, overseeing the work of outside counsel, providing legal guidance and opinions to various committees and working groups, and providing assistance to the General Counsel. Examples of key projects include : 2025 Regional Plan Update; SR-11 / Otay Mesa East Border Crossing; Airport Connectivity Project; San Diego LOSSAN Rail Realignment Project; Bus Stopover Facility; and various bikeway projects. This position will be filled at either an Associate or Senior level, depending on experience.Typical QualificationsAssociate Legal CounselThe minimum education, training, and experience qualifications include a Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school. A minimum of three years of professional legal experience as an attorney focusing on municipal or other governmental law. Status as a member in good standing of the State Bar of California is required. Demonstrated knowledge of legal principles, practices, and procedures relating to administrative, contract, insurance, real property, transportation, land use, environmental, and construction matters particularly as applied to public agencies; knowledge of specific laws relevant to California local government agencies including the California Government Code, Public Records Act, and the Political Reform Act.Senior Legal CounselA minimum of five years of professional legal experience as an attorney focusing on municipal or other governmental law. Status as a member in good standing of the State Bar of California is required. Experience performing and coordinating supervisory and advanced level professional, analytical, and administrative duties for assigned Office of General Counsel programs, services, and activities. Experience managing legal support for complex, multi-phase planning and / or public infrastructure projects. Experience developing and composing draft state, federal, and local legislation.BenefitsSANDAG offers comprehensive benefits, to include health, dental, and vision insurance as well as employee assistance, wellness, and work / life balance programs. Additionally, SANDAG offers the following : Hybrid work options9 / 80 flexible work schedulePay-for-performance merit increasesRetirement - Defined Benefit Plan with the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS)Retirement - 457 Defined Contribution Plan with VoyaExcellent health insurance options for employees and their eligible dependentsFree dental and vision insurance for employees and their eligible dependentsEducation Assistance of up to $5,250 a year for regular employeesFree transit pass for use throughout the San Diego region, bus, Rapid Express, Trolley, and COASTERPaid time off including 12 paid holidays, 2 floating holiday days, generous paid time off (PTO) per year, depending on length of serviceCall (619) 699-1900 or visit SANDAG Careers for information. First review February 2, 2025. EOE.Company infoSANDAG#J-18808-Ljbffr

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