Transportation Contracts Counsel

Georgia Department of Transportation; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Georgia Department of Transportation seeks an experienced attorney to provide comprehensive legal support across divisions. The role involves drafting and negotiating a broad range of contracts and agreements, conducting in-depth legal research, and advising on federal and state transportation matters.

Candidates must hold a Juris Doctorate and be licensed to practice in Georgia, with at least six years of relevant legal experience.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited college or university AND license to practice law in the State of Georgia.
• Six years of legal experience that includes contract negotiation and drafting.
• Advanced knowledge in at least one of contract negotiation and drafting, construction law, environmental law, property law, condemnation law, procurement law, employment law, the Georgia Open Records Act, or regulation interpretation and compliance.
• Demonstrated experience managing and resolving conflicts to minimize negative impact.
• Excellent communication skills with proven ability to present ideas clearly.
• Adaptability to change including new policies and procedures; self-motivated and proactive.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support to all Divisions and Offices within the Department of Transportation.
• Draft, negotiate and review contracts, professional service agreements, consultant agreements, utility agreements, permits, intergovernmental agreements, IT agreements, and other agreements.
• Perform legal research and provide advisory opinions on federal and state transportation related issues.
• Coordinate with the Department of Law and outside counsel for cases prior to and during mediations, trials, and hearings.
• Review proposed legislation and compose draft legislation as necessary.

Skills

Legal research

Negotiation

Oral communication

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

Juris Doctorate (J.D.)

Job description

The Georgia Department of Transportation seeks an experienced attorney to provide comprehensive legal support across divisions. The role involves drafting and negotiating a broad range of contracts and agreements, conducting in-depth legal research, and advising on federal and state transportation matters.

Candidates must hold a Juris Doctorate and be licensed to practice in Georgia, with at least six years of relevant legal experience.