Transportation Attorney – Career Ladder

State of Missouri; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

MoDOT is seeking an attorney to perform legal functions for the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission (MHTC) and MoDOT. The position offers entry-to-senior level opportunities depending on experience and includes career progression within CAREER-LADDER tracks.

Responsibilities include drafting contracts, providing legal counsel, reviewing real estate documents, and representing the Commission in litigation and hearings. Requires a J.D. and Missouri bar admission.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admission to the Missouri Bar.

Responsibilities

• Draft contracts, administrative rules, legislation, and legal memos/opinions.
• Provide legal advice and counsel to the Commission and MoDOT staff on various legal issues.
• Prepare, review, and examine contracts, land title commitments, real estate conveyances, and other legal documents.
• Represent the Commission in litigation in matters including condemnation/inverse condemnation, tort liability and construction contracts.
• Assist in representing the MHTC in informal or contested case administrative hearings.
• Perform other responsibilities per the Chief Counsel's Office staff procedures manual.

Education

J.D. Degree

Admission to the Missouri Bar

Job description

MoDOT is seeking an attorney to perform legal functions for the Missouri Highways and Transportation Commission (MHTC) and MoDOT. The position offers entry-to-senior level opportunities depending on experience and includes career progression within CAREER-LADDER tracks.

Responsibilities include drafting contracts, providing legal counsel, reviewing real estate documents, and representing the Commission in litigation and hearings. Requires a J.D. and Missouri bar admission.