Senior Attorney (Contracts) at City Of Atlanta Careers

Atlanta, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 May, 26

Salary

126327.0

Posted On

19 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Contract Review, Negotiation, Drafting, Construction Contracts, Services Agreements, Grants Agreements, Intergovernmental Agreements, Legislation Review, Template Development, Playbook Development, Dispute Management, Contract Claims, Change Orders, Risk Evaluation, Legal Advice, Legal Research

Industry

Government Administration

Description

Job Posting Open Until Filled Salary Range: $73,268 - $126,327 Hiring Department: Department of Law General Description This position will serve as a primary resource to review, negotiate, revise and draft construction contracts, general services agreements, professional services agreements, technology services agreements, inbound and outbound grants agreements, intergovernmental agreements and other City contracts. The attorney will also draft and review legislation for user agencies. A key aspect of the role is supporting the Team to improve contracting processes, including the development of templates, playbooks and other tools. Success in the role will be measured by your ability to deliver quality contracts and appropriate legal advice relating thereto in a collaborative, professional and timely manner. The attorney will: Oversee and manage contract disputes, including construction contract claims and change orders Ensure that all contracting processes are followed Evaluate and communicate to internal stakeholders any contract risks and obligations and provide general legal advice as needed throughout the contracting process Establish productive relationships with the City agencies, departments and functional groups Conduct legal research related to applicable municipal, state and federal laws and regulations and interpret laws, rulings and regulations to advise on legal matters, including contracts Participate on projects to improve how the Contracts Management Services Team provides services to its clients, and that enable our Team to develop and grow. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience: Juris Doctorate degree required. Must be a member of good standing with the State Bar of Georgia or the ability to obtain membership within one (1) year of employment. Must have ten or more (10+) years of post-graduate contracting experience. Preferred Qualifications Experience in municipal, county, and/or constitutional law. Demonstrated experience with construction law is a plus. Application Instructions Interested parties should apply online by visiting the City of Atlanta website at www.atlantaga.gov.

Responsibilities

This role involves serving as a primary resource to review, negotiate, revise, and draft various types of City contracts, including construction, services, and grants agreements, while also drafting and reviewing legislation for user agencies. A key function is supporting the team by improving contracting processes through the development of templates, playbooks, and other tools.