CENTRAL SERVICES STAFF ATTORNEY - CENTRAL SERVICES

Claytoncountyga; Georgia; Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Clayton County is seeking a Central Services Staff Attorney to support the legal and procurement functions of the Central Services Department. The role focuses on contract drafting, procurement documentation, policy development, and risk management to protect the County's interests.

The ideal candidate holds a Juris Doctorate, has 5+ years as a legal counsel with municipal experience, and is admitted to the Georgia Bar; a valid Georgia driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate required and must be admitted to the State Bar of Georgia.
• At least five years of legal experience, including municipal/local government law.
• Valid Georgia driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to the Central Services Department and department heads.
• Draft and review contracts, procurement documents, and related policies.
• Assess risk and advise on compliance with applicable laws.
• Prepare resolutions, ordinances, and deeds; maintain files.
• Stay informed on changes in laws and participate in meetings.

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

CENTRAL SERVICES STAFF ATTORNEY - CENTRAL SERVICES

CENTRAL SERVICE STAFF ATTORNEY

CLASSIFICATION TITLE: CENTRAL SERVICES STAFF ATTORNEY

The purpose of this classification is to assist the Central Services Department with procurement documentation, contract drafting, policy and procedure development, risk management, and other procurement and legal matters as needed. Incumbent receives general supervision from the Director of Central Services; however, much independent decision making is expected.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Serve as legal advisor for Central Services Department. Provides legal advice to the Department and other department heads, elected officials or managers as requested or assigned through written and verbal legal opinions. Drafts and reviews contracts and agreements; reviews contracts for compliance with internal policies and procedures, as well as local, state and federal laws; conducts research; analyzes terms and conditions to ensure County's interests are protected and safeguard against potential ability; gives legal advice regarding contract details; and maintains related documentation and files. Drafts procurement related policies and procedures. Reviews risk management claims by assessing nature of the legal issues presented, researching internal regulations, policies and procedures or relevant state and federal law and advising Department of legal solutions and execution of appropriate steps and implementation. Prepares resolutions, ordinances, and other rules and regulations. Prepares deeds. Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge and awareness of applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures; maintains an awareness of new procedures, trends and advances in the profession; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; participates in training and continuing education activities; and attends and conducts meetings, workshops and seminars as appropriate. Attends various meetings as required. Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Juris Doctorate; supplemented by five (5) years previous experience as a legal counsel with at least two (2) years experience in municipal and/or local government law; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess and maintain membership in good standing in the State Bar of Georgia. Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license.

ADA COMPLIANCE

Physical Ability: Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, but which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5-10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard, or work station.

Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.

Environmental Factors: Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions.

Clayton County, Georgia, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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