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Sr Asst General CounselDART (Dallas Area Rapid Transit) • Dallas, TX, United States
Sr Asst General Counsel

Sr Asst General Counsel

DART (Dallas Area Rapid Transit) • Dallas, TX, United States
12 days ago
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  • Full-time
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Pay Range : $122,308.00 - $201,808.00

Supervisory Organization : Deputy General Counsel

Country : United States of America

Address : 1401 PACIFIC AVE, DALLAS, TX 75202

FLSA : Exempt

Professionals : 02 - Professional (EEO-4-United States of America), 2A - Professionals - General Counsel (EEO-SubCategory)

General Summary : Assist the General Counsel in providing legal advice to the agency, agency attorneys, outside counsel, agency vice presidents, assistant vice presidents, and other agency officers; handle matters in multiple areas of the law as assigned by the General Counsel; assist the General Counsel in the development and implementation of legal strategies that facilitate the accomplishment of agency goals and mission; assist the General Counsel in his / her role as the legal representative for DART by handling litigation and other legal matters in multiple areas of the law and at all levels of federal, state, and administrative courts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

  • Represents DART in multiple areas of the law as assigned, including but not limited to, civil litigation, administrative hearings, open government, real estate, and labor / employment.
  • Acts as a resource and liaison between the Legal Department and other Departments, as well as external contacts, such as outside counsel and governmental entities, concerning legal issues within areas of assigned responsibility.
  • Performs legal research, legal writing, provides legal advice and support to the General Counsel, Attorneys in the Legal Department, and Executive Management Team on all issues within areas of assigned responsibility.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required :

  • Doctorate of Jurisprudence from an accredited law school. Licensed by the State Bar of Texas or eligible for such licensing.
  • Eight (8) years’ experience as an attorney licensed to practice law to include a minimum of four (4) years legal experience in one or more of following areas of law : civil litigation (including but not limited to personal injury or tort litigation), administrative hearings, open government, real estate, or labor / employment. Prefer legal experience working with a Texas local government or political subdivision.
  • Valid Texas Class C drivers license, no Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) conviction within the last (60) consecutive months, not more than (1) DWI on driving record, and not more than (3) convictions of moving violations within the last (36) consecutive months on driving record in order to operate DART non-revenue vehicles.
  • Pass a physical (medical) examination that includes a drug screen in order to operate DART non-revenue vehicles.
  • Proficiency of PC software applications to include Microsoft Office or other related software applications.
  • High ethical standards and the ability to uphold a fiduciary obligation to DART and the Legal Department in the handling of sensitive and confidential matters. Demonstrate initiative, leadership and team‑oriented skills.
  • Effective oral communication skills; excellent research, writing and organizational skills required.
  • Effective interpersonal skills to effectively and sensitively communicate with all levels of supervisory and non-supervisory employees, governmental entities, judges, outside counsel, opposing counsel, witnesses when litigating lawsuits and staff when providing advice, counseling, interacting in meetings and explaining complex legal information.
  • Ability to understand complex materials such as legal documents, case law, statutes, and to concentrate on details when preparing cases and opinions on legal questions, coordinating activities, preparing a variety of documents, or performing legal research.
  • Ability to be dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers. Gets first‑hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services. Acts with customers in mind. Establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.
  • Ability to make good decisions (without considering how much time it takes) based upon a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment). Most of his / her solutions and suggestions turn out to be correct and accurate when judged over time. Sought out by others for advice and solutions.
  • Ability to pick up on technical things quickly. Can learn new skills and knowledge. Is good at learning new industry, company, product, or technical knowledge. Does well in technical courses and seminars.
  • Ability to be able to write clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication settings and styles. Can get messages across that have the desired effect.
  • Ability to quickly find common ground and solve problems for the good of all. Can represent his / her own interests and yet be fair to other groups. Can solve problems with peers with a minimum of noise. Is seen as a team player and is cooperative. Easily gains trust and support of peers. Encourages collaboration. Can be candid with peers.
  • Ability to use rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions. Can see hidden problems. Is excellent at honest analysis. Looks beyond the obvious and does not stop at the first answers.
  • Working Conditions : Works in an environment where there is minimum exposure to dust, noise, or temperature. May be moderately exposed to unpleasant working conditions to include dust, noise, temperature, weather, petroleum products, and chemicals while visiting DART's operating facilities, assuming incumbent is observing all policies and procedures, safety precautions and regulations, and using all protective clothing and devices provided.

    Note : The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. The statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may perform other duties as assigned.

    DART is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, supporting diversity in the workplace. M / F / D / V

    Open until qualified applicants are identified.

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