Legal Counsel II

This is an exciting opportunity for a bright and ambitious Lawyer to get exposure to diverse areas of law while providing expert legal counsel. You will provide legal and strategic advice on novel or unique matters and matters of medium to high risk and legal complexity to Council, Senior Administration, and other County employees.

Requirements

• Confer with and advise employees on legal questions
• Draft and review legal documents, contracts, and agreements
• Review, research, draft, negotiate, and advise on a broad range of contracts and public bids
• Provide legal and strategic advice on unique and novel legal issues
• Attend or support Legislative, Legal and Procurement, Director in attending Council, Committee, and Executive Team meetings
• Conduct quasi-litigation and administrative tribunal matters and prosecutions
• Mentor, direct, and assist Legal Counsel I colleagues
• Administration of legal services and ensure effective and efficient use of budgeted funds
• Develop and lead legal services process improvements

Benefits

• Extended health and dental coverage
• Health and wellness spending account
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement and pension programs
• Earned day off program
• Employee and family assistance program