Senior Associate General Counsel Position Available In Suffolk, Massachusetts

Job Title:

Senior Associate General CounselDepartment:

LegalReports To:

General CounselFLSA Status:

ExemptGrade:

13

Salary:

$104,383 – $117,431

Job Summary:

Assist with providing in-house legal advice and support to the General Counsel, the Executive Director and all MSBA departments on a range of legal issues, including statutory and regulatory compliance, procurements, contracts, design, construction, and administrative/public law.

Work closely with the General Counsel in the management of legal matters related to the MSBA and its operation, and in other areas of responsibility under the General Counsel.

Manage certain areas of the MSBA legal department’s key functions.

Essential Functions & ResponsibilitiesProvide advice and counsel to MSBA administration and staff regarding contracts, employment law, municipal law, administrative law, education law, public construction law, employment law, public records law, public procurement law, ethics law, open meeting law; provide formal and informal legal opinions to MSBA administration and staffLead several of the legal department’s key functions including work related to public meetings, MSBA regulations, procurements and contractsInterpret laws, regulations, and opinions; analyze and provide guidance on how they affect the MSBAEnsure the implementation of the MSBA’s policies and proceduresDraft, negotiate and administer the Authority’s contracts with vendors and consultantsManage maintenance of MSBA standard contracts, including funding agreements for districts and contracts for vendors and contractors; review and periodically update the MSBA standard contracts; manage legal department staff assigned to contract reviewReview municipal procurement documents and process to ensure compliance with MSBA policy and proceduresDraft/prepare funding agreements, certifications, and other documents necessary for the successful administration of the MSBA’s grant programRespond to public law matters, including, but not limited to, the open meeting law and ethics lawsDraft and review reports, correspondence, memoranda, legal agreements and other documentsRepresent the MSBA in meetings with school, district and municipal personnel, owner’s project manager and design professionalsAssist school, district and municipal personnel in understanding the Authority’s regulations, guidelines and requirementsAttend meetings of the Board of Directors, Designer Selection Panel and Owner’s Project Management Approval Panel as requestedReview Statement of Interests and other documents submitted by school, district and municipal personnel, as requestedConduct research into a variety of legal issuesAssist the General Counsel and legal staff with all other MSBA Legal mattersPerform other duties as assignedSupervisory ResponsibilitiesSupervise approximately three employeesRequired Education, Knowledge & SkillsJ.D.from an accredited law schoolMember in good standing of the Massachusetts BarAt least six years of related experience as an attorneyPrior managerial experience preferredPrior experience with Massachusetts regulatory law municipal law, and/or public authorities is preferred, especially regarding contracts and procurementsProficiency in Microsoft Office software applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and OutlookExcellent verbal and written communication skills, including writing, proofreading and editing skillsStrong legal research skillsDemonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and present complex information in a clear, concise, and understandable manner.

Mature interpersonal style; ability to interact with a diverse range of peopleDemonstrated professionalismMust also have the ability to manage multiple projects effectively and efficiently, and the ability to work collaboratively and effectively with senior managementExcellent organizational, follow-up, and attention to detail skillsDemonstrated ability to think independently, be proactive, and take initiative.

Ability to work both independently and as part of a teamAbility to maintain strict confidentialityKnowledge of Massachusetts laws, including M.G.L. Chapters 7 C, 30 30B, 149, and 149A preferred$104,383 – $117,431 a yearThis job description is intended to be general and will evolve over time.

The description is subject to periodic updating.

At management’s discretion, the employee may be assigned different or additional duties from time to time.#J-18808-Ljbffr