Attorney II (Temporary)

AC Transit
$149,999.00 - $179,128.00 Annually
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, vacation time, paid holidays, sick time, pension
United States, California, Oakland
Nov 15, 2024
Summary AC Transit is currently seeking candidates for the position of Attorney II (Temporary). This position is a 6-month assignment with potential for extension Under direction, this position, performs a broad range of professional legal work of a moderately complex nature on behalf of the District. This is the intermediate, second-level classification in the flexibly staffed Attorney series. Performs professional legal work for a broader range of increasingly complex legal matters and assists the General Counsel in implementing the District's legal and risk management programs with only occasional direction or assistance from higher-level General Counsel staff. Responsible for providing counsel on and appropriate responses to legal actions including preparation and/or review of legal documents, provision of legal advocacy and legal representation; acts as a legal resource on a variety of legal matters. Performs work that is varied, requiring discretion and independent judgment to ensure efficient and effective litigation and/or resolution of legal matters. Positions in the Attorney series are flexibly staffed in order to meet the legal service needs of the District. Positions at each level are normally filled by advancement from the prior level and progression to each higher classification is subject to the following: (i) management affirmation that the incumbent is performing the full range of duties assigned and (ii) after gaining requisite experience and demonstrating proficiency which meets the minimum qualifications of the next higher-level classification. The responsibilities and work assignments within the Attorney classification series combine specialization and general practice, focusing on specific areas of law while also addressing a broad range of legal matters that include contracts, labor and employment, regulatory compliance, litigation, real estate, and risk management to ensure legal compliance and protect the District's interests. This is an unrepresented at-will classification. Representative Functions Investigates, researches, and prepares oral and written advice to the Board of Directors and District personnel on complex legal matters affecting a public transit district. Oversees all phases of assigned legal matters and litigation involving the District, including investigations, pleading, discovery, depositions, hearings, arbitrations, trials, and appeals. Drafts and analyzes resolutions, memoranda, contracts, and other legal documents. Exercises discretionary and independent judgment commensurate with the acquisition of specialized legal skills and experience. Represents the District in administrative hearings. Negotiates, prepares, drafts and reviews agreements, preliminary reports, title policies, grant proposals, Board reports, letters, licenses, interagency cooperative agreements, contracts, deeds, leases, ordinances, resolutions, legislation, and other legal documents and instruments; offers opinions as to legal adequacy. Advises District personnel on general liability risk management matters including contractual risk and assessment of first-party and third-party liability claims. Represents the District, and its officers and employees, in litigation including preparation of pleadings, briefs, and other litigation documents, court appearances, motion practice; partners with and supports outside counsel representing the District. Monitors and analyzes current legislation, regulations, administrative law and case law for impact on District business and operations. Represents the General Counsel's Office at various Board of Directors and committee meetings. Serves as a liaison for the legal program with other District departments and outside agencies. Under general direction, conducts settlement negotiations and recommends settlement amounts and details to the General Counsel or Assistant General Counsel. Assists Department Heads and staff in establishing operational policies by developing and applying legal analysis; recommends changes to department policies and procedures to meet changing legal requirements. Meets and negotiates with outside parties in matters arising out of claims, property transactions, and other District business. Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of public agency law. Performs related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications Education: Possession of a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited school of law. Experience: Three (3) years of recent and verifiable experience as a practicing attorney in civil or government law; demonstrated trial experience, including experience taking depositions, or an equivalent combination of training and experience including at least two (2) years that involved responsibilities at a level equivalent to the District's classification of Attorney I License and Certification(s): Possession of an active membership in good standing with the State Bar of California. Special Requirements: (1) Must be able to travel throughout the Bay Area and within subpoena distance for trials, hearings, depositions, and arbitrations. (2) Must be able to attend meetings outside of regular business hours. Desirable qualifications: Extensive experience in labor relations, ideally in a unionized environment Strong knowledge of Collective Bargaining Agreements Proven expertise in negotiation techniques, including experience leading or assisting in labor negotiations Additional Information Physical Requirements: Must maintain the physical condition necessary to: (1) perform tasks in an office setting operating a personal computer, keyboards, and other peripheral equipment; and (2) possess physical mobility in order to attend off-site trials, hearings, negotiations, and to attend external meetings and events. THIS POSITION IS UNREPRESENTED AT WILL The Selection Process: The Human Resources department must receive a completed online application by the filling date. If this recruitment is "Continuous," it may be closed at any time without notice. Applications will be screened for job related qualifications, and those candidates who best meeting the qualifications listed on this Job Announcement will be invited to participate in an examination process that may include written, oral and/or performance segments. Current District employees must have satisfactory attendance and performance records. Finalists will be placed on an Eligibility List. When filling vacancies, the Human Resources Department will refer the top candidates to the hiring department for final screening and recommendation. Vaccination Requirement for Candidates Seeking Employment: Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District has implemented a requirement that requires all candidates for District employment to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19, including variants, prior to being employed by the District, subject to limited exceptions. AC Transit adopted this vaccination policy as an emergency public health response to mitigate the negative public health consequences associated with increased incidence and test positivity rates and the prevalence of new virus variants, including increased hospitalizations, intensive care unit admissions, and deaths. As such, candidates seeking District employment will be required to: (1) be fully vaccinated (two weeks after completion of the entire recommended COVID-19 vaccination series) and (2) submit a copy of their COVID-19 vaccination card prior to their start date, unless a reasonable accommodation request for a medical or religious exemption has been approved. ADA Compliant and Drug Free Workplace: The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment/examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you have a need for an accommodation, please call Human Resources at (510) 891-4783. The Alameda Contra Costa Transit District has established the goal of a 100 percent drug and alcohol-free workplace. Applicants will be required to undergo drug and alcohol testing prior to employment and those in safety sensitive positions will be subject to further drug and alcohol testing through their period of employment, including random drug and alcohol testing. In accordance with federal requirements, all job applicants selected for appointments in a safety sensitive position are subject to pre-employment drug and alcohol testing. A final job applicant will be tested for five prohibited drugs: Cocaine, PCP, Amphetamines, Marijuana and Opiates. During employment, employees holding safety sensitive positions are subject to random, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing. Additionally, in the event of an absence of more than 90 days from a safety sensitive position, pre-employment drug testing will be performed. 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