Associate General Counsel II - Contracts, Procurement & Construction

Associate General Counsel II - Contracts, Procurement & Construction Functional Title : Associate General Counsel II - Contracts, Procurement & ConstructionRecruitment Category Type : StandardFunctional Category : Legal & Government AffairsGrade : GS.18FLSA Status : ExemptRequisition Number : 25-0153Number of Vacancies : 1Job Level : Non-ManagementJob Code : N / AJob Description Summary : An Associate General Counsel II is an experienced senior attorney within WSSC Water’s General Counsel’s Office (GCO), with independent responsibility for various non-litigation and litigation matters. The Associate Counsel II will work under the general direction of the General Counsel and / or Deputy Counsel, who may provide guidance and review work upon completion.Organization Name : General Counsel's OfficeReports to : General CounselFull or Part Time : Full TimeWork Schedule : Monday through Friday – 8 : 30 am to 5 : 00 p.m.Position Location : LaurelPosition Summary Information General Summary : We are seeking a qualified attorney with significant experience with contracts, procurement, and construction law .Essential Functions Provides legal research, analysis, and advice; prepares legal documents related to contracts, procurement, and construction litigation.Represents and advises assigned WSSC Water staff, providing day-to-day legal advice in multiple areas including the application of state and federal law, and WSSC Water regulations and procedures.Prepares and reviews briefs, pleadings, opinions, legal memoranda, and other various legal documents under the supervision of the General Counsel or Deputy Counsel, as appropriate.Represents the Commission as required in federal and state court, before regulatory agencies, and in hearings, conferences, and meetings, including mediation and arbitration sessions.Provides legal research, analysis, and advice on general litigation, regulatory matters, and administrative law.Reviews and drafts contracts and various memorandums of agreement for legal form and sufficiency.Reviews, drafts, if needed, WSSC Water regulations and standard operating procedures.Other Functions Participates in the education and training of WSSC Water staff regarding the legal consequences of their actions.Performs related duties, as required.Work Environment And Physical Demands Business casual office environment.Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Expert skill in dealing with the law and regulations regarding WSSC Water matters.Comprehensive knowledge of government procurement and contracts, including the drafting of contracts.Ability to draft legal memoranda to advise WSSC Water staff.Ability to perform in a fast-paced legal environment.Comprehensive knowledge of federal rules of civil procedure and rules of evidence, the Maryland Rules, and federal and Maryland law concerning administrative procedure.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Ability to perform complex legal research using Westlaw and Lexis / Nexis.Competent use of standard office software applications (e.g., Microsoft Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint) or ability and willingness to become adequately trained on these tools within six months of accepting an offer of employment.Ability to perform professionally and ethically at all times, and to supervise other attorneys as needed.Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with government officials, WSSC Water staff, other lawyers, and the general public.Demonstrated knowledge of attorney / client privilege and ability to hold sensitive matters in the strictest confidence.Minimum Education, Experience Requirements Law school graduate.5 years’ professional legal experience.3 years’ experience advising a government body or a similar government entity.Additional Requirements Current member of the Maryland Bar.Completion of the WSSC Water Financial Disclosure Statement within 30 days of employment and annually thereafter.Preferences Comprehensive knowledge of contracts, procurement, and construction litigation.Salary : $135,714 - $231,081EEO Statement AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERIt is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.Close Date : 02 / 10 / 2025Open Until Filled : NoSpecial Instructions to Applicants : All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check / verification.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Salary : $135,714 - $231,081