Deputy General Counsel

4 weeks ago

Atlanta, Georgia, United States GeorgiaGov Full time
Job Title: Deputy General Counsel

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Deputy General Counsel to join our team at the Georgia Department of Community Affairs (DCA). As a key member of our legal team, you will provide critical legal counsel and guidance to our leadership, ensuring maximum protection of our agency's legal rights and compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide legal counsel and guidance to DCA leadership on a wide range of matters, including contracts, governance, federal and state regulatory requirements, and all other regulations and laws impacting our mission.
  • Manage and direct agency staff attorneys and legal support staff.
  • Develop and deliver guidelines, trainings, and toolkits for staff regarding fair housing compliance, whistleblower act compliance, state contracting, and other issues relevant to agency operations.
  • Direct, draft, and negotiate agreements, including grants, MOAs, MOUs, consulting agreements, and partnership agreements.
  • Assist with reviewing and approving contracts and agreement terms with outside entities and developing processes and systems to organize and track contract creation and renewals.
  • Render legal advice in all areas of general law, including procurement, state and local government, tort, insurance, banking law, bankruptcy, fiscal, and regulatory matters.
  • Maintain the highest level of professional and ethical standards, acting in compliance with both the letter and spirit of applicable laws and regulations.
  • Assist with overseeing litigation and dispute resolution activities for matters filed against the agency.
  • Act as a liaison with the Attorney General's office, outside counsel, and advisors.
  • Assist with managing legal services provided by outside counsel and technical consultants.
  • Communicate directly, and on behalf of the General Counsel, with Board members on matters related to the governance and activities of the agency.
  • Research, prioritize, and follow up on incoming issues and concerns addressed to the General Counsel, including those of a sensitive or confidential nature.
  • Determine appropriate course of action, referral, or response.
  • Demonstrate leadership and maintain credibility, trust, and support with all staff.
  • Develops and conducts training for program staff and external participants who engage with DCA's Legal Department.
Requirements:
  • Juris Doctor from an accredited college or university.
  • Active license to practice law in Georgia.
  • Minimum of four years of relevant legal practice experience required or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the job duties and responsibilities of the job, as determined by the State of Georgia.
  • Experience managing in a legal setting is preferred.
  • Legal experience in state, local, and/or federal government is preferred.
  • Proven problem-solving and team-building skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills.
  • Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Knowledge of state and federal laws on contracting/procurement, open records, open meetings, rule-making, and fair housing.
  • Skill in legal analysis and legal writing.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Must be detail-oriented and organized.
  • Must possess excellent customer service skills and work well under pressure.
  • Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines, and work in a fast-paced environment.
Working Conditions:

Hybrid Work Environment (minimally 3 days in the office per week).

Sedentary Work - Ability to exert pounds of force occasionally, and/or negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.

Limited Travel Required from time to time.

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