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Posted May 04, 2024

Associate General Counsel I

Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission
Laurel, MD Full Time
Reference: WashingtonSuburbanSanitaryCommission12421
Position Information

Functional Title Associate General Counsel I
Recruitment Category Type Standard
Functional Category Legal & Government Affairs
Grade GS.15
FLSA Status Exempt
Requisition Number 24-0283
Number of Vacancies 1
Job Level Non-Management
Job Code N/A
Job Description Summary
Organization Name General Counsel's Office
Reports to Deputy General Counsel
Full or Part Time Full Time
If Part Time how many hours per week
Regular or Temporary Regular
Position End Date (if temporary)
Work Schedule
40 Hours a week
Position Location Laurel
Position Summary Information

General Summary
The Associate General Counsel I serves as attorney for the WSSC Waters General Counsels Office (GCO) and is responsible for performing civil and administrative law litigation and non-litigation assignments. Assists other attorneys in the General Counsels Office.
Essential Functions
  • Serves as an attorney in civil litigation and administrative matters involving condemnation, environmental, employment, contracts, legislation, public contracting and other work


  • Researches and reviews varied legal issues, documents, agreements, statements

  • Analyzes legal issues and provides written or oral opinions to clients

  • Conducts investigations and interviews witnesses in various matters including litigated matters as well as internal investigations

  • Provides advice and counsel to WSSC Water clients as assigned

  • Drafts and reviews legal sufficiency agreements, leases, sale/purchase contracts, etc., in which WSSC Water is a party
Other Functions
  • Assists other GCO attorneys, as needed
  • Performs related duties as required
Work Environment And Physical Demands
Business casual office setting
Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
  • Comprehensive knowledge of the principles of civil procedure, Maryland and Federal rules of evidence, laws and ordinances; as well as, administrative law practices and pleadings


  • Knowledge and experience in employment law, personal injury law, public contracting (including small, local and, minority business preferences), and civil litigation

  • Experience in drafting legislation and regulations

  • Ability to perform complex legal research using Lexis/Nexis or Westlaw

  • Ability to communicate at a high level both verbally and in writing, and to perform in a professional and ethical manner at all times

  • Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with governmental officials, WSSC Water staff, other lawyers and members of the public

  • Demonstrated knowledge of MD Lawyers Rules of Professional Conduct and ability to hold sensitive matters in the strictest confidence

  • Ability to use Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Outlook, Excel, and Teams
Minimum Education, Experience Requirements
  • Law school graduate
  • 3+ years legal experience in civil practice
Additional Requirements
  • Current member of the Maryland Bar or the ability to be admitted within 6 months of hire
  • Completion of the WSSC Water Financial Disclosure statement within 30 days of employment and annually thereafter
Preferences
  • Experience drafting regulations and legislation using the MD Legislative Style
  • Contracts review experience
  • Government legal experience
  • Knowledge in other areas of law such as government ethics, environmental and real property law
Salary $110,822 - $188,397
Posting Detail Information

EEO Statement
AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Commission to select new employees and to promote current employees without regard to race, sexual orientation, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, or handicap. The Commission does not discriminate against qualified individuals with a disability and will make reasonable accommodation for any disability that does not result in undue hardship for the Commission.
Close Date 06/05/2024
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicants
A writing sample must be submitted with application.
Additional Information
All applicants selected will be subject to drug screening and a background check/verification.

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