Assistant Attorney II (Contracts Team)

Responsibilities

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 contract interpretation and drafting.

Oversee and manage bid protests and contract disputes, including construction contract claims and change orders.

Adequately manage the City’s change documents [amendments] and process.

Ensure that all procurement and contracting processes are followed.

Evaluate and communicate to internal stakeholders any solicitation and/or contract risks and obligations and provide general legal advice as needed throughout the procurement/contracting process.

Establish productive relationships with the City agencies, offices, departments and functional groups.

Participate on projects to improve how the Contracts Management Services Team provides services to its clients, and that enables this team to develop and grow.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience: Juris Doctorate degree required. Must be a member of good standing with the State Bar of Georgia. Must be a practicing attorney with four (4) to six (6) years of experience.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience in municipal, county, and/or constitutional law. Demonstrated experience with procurement, technology and construction law is a plus.