Assistant General Counsel

1 day ago

Washington, Washington, D.C., United States Universal Service Administrative Company Full time
About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Assistant General Counsel to join our Office of General Counsel at the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC). As a key member of our team, you will play a critical role in providing legal counsel and support to our business units, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local laws, and contributing to the success of our mission to achieve universal service.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide legal counsel to USAC's Human Resources team and other business units on labor and employment law, including employment litigation and administrative adjudication processes.
  • Lead USAC's response to pre-litigation matters, particularly employment matters before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), DC Office of Human Rights (DCOHR), and other state and federal agencies.
  • Prepare and revise USAC policies and procedures, USAC's Handbook, and other internal labor and employment-focused communications and documents.
  • Lead and manage all aspects of USAC litigation matters, including managing outside counsel on litigation, leading internal responses to litigation and discovery, coordinating and leading all stages of litigation for the company, and coordinating with outside counsel on all aspects of the litigation process.
  • Work on other corporate law-related matters, such as contracts, procurement, intellectual property, and bankruptcy.
  • Provide counsel on the administration of the Universal Service Fund (USF) programs, including identifying and analyzing novel issues and promoting measures to ensure program integrity and program success.
  • Identify and anticipate potential legal issues and propose solutions to complex situations raising difficult legal and operational concerns.
  • Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local laws affecting USAC operations.
  • Communicate, both in writing and orally, with internal clients, the Board, and external contacts concerning employment, corporate, and regulatory programmatic matters.
  • Interact and engage with FCC staff on numerous matters, including contracts, audits, enforcement, and USF programmatic issues.
Requirements
  • Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school, and admission to at least one state bar.
  • Three to five years of related experience, with a willingness to consider exceptional candidates at all levels. More experienced candidates may be considered for hire as an Associate General Counsel.
  • Experience with labor and employment law, particularly employment litigation and administrative adjudication processes.
  • Experience with litigation and legal disputes in a mid-sized corporation or non-profit organization, including complex commercial litigation, real estate, breach of contract, tax, and privacy.
  • Experience with the telecommunications industry, either at a law firm or in-house position, is preferred but not required.
  • Experience with the federal Universal Service Fund Programs (USF) or other appropriate funds administered by USAC is a plus.
  • General corporate legal experience, including contracts, corporate governance, employment, and intellectual property, is a plus.
  • Experience working with a Board of Directors is a plus.
  • Proven ability to exercise sound legal and business judgment.
  • Proactive approach to projects with the ability to independently lead and direct multiple workstreams alone and with team members.
  • Excellent oral and written communications skills, including the ability to prepare and deliver information concisely orally and in writing.
  • Strong analytical and legal research skills, including the ability to prepare and deliver information concisely orally and in writing.
About USAC

USAC is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all employees. All offers of employment with USAC are conditioned on completing and passing a background and reference check. USAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No agencies please.

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