• Job Description

  Req#: 4400773
  We're hiring an Assistant General Counsel!
  
  Elevate your legal career by joining the Port of Portland as our Assistant General Counsel, where you will become an integral part of our esteemed legal team. In this role, you will navigate complex legal landscapes, ensuring unwavering regulatory compliance and cultivating pivotal partnerships essential to the Port's success.
  
  About us: At the Port of Portland, we are committed to driving growth and fostering shared prosperity in our region. Our mission extends beyond traditional legal obligations; we strive to create opportunities, promote economic development, and uplift the communities we serve. Through our work, we aim to uphold the highest standards of legal excellence while actively contributing to positive change within the Port and our community. Join us in our mission to make a lasting impact and build a brighter future for all!
  
  Your Role: As Assistant General Counsel, you will lead legal initiatives, navigate complex regulatory landscapes, and provide counsel on a wide range of legal matters. Your responsibilities will include drafting and negotiating complex real estate and other contracts, advising on corporate governance, and representing and advising the organization in legal and administrative proceedings. You will collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to ensure legal compliance and mitigate risks effectively. If you are a seasoned legal professional ready to contribute to our organization's success, apply now to join our dynamic legal team!
  
  Associate General Counsel: The Port of Portland values diverse experiences and talent. We welcome applications from candidates with varying levels of experience, and we're open to considering individuals who may not meet specific experience requirements. For those candidates, there's an opportunity to join us as an Associate General Counsel. This role provides a supportive environment for learning and development, allowing individuals to grow their skills and expertise over time.
  
  Associate General Counsel salary range: $135,000 - $198,800
  Assistant General Counsel salary range: $155,000 - $227,600
  • Lead and oversee one or more practice areas (e.g., contracting, real estate, employment law, environmental law, aviation, marine, leasing). Mentor others and lead cross-functional teams.
  • Partner with senior leaders to proactively identify business and legal risks and manage the implementation of mitigation strategies. Contribute to overall business strategy and serve as an advisor and thought partner.
  • Provide analysis, interpretation, and counsel to business leaders on highly complex issues, including those involving multiple internal and external entities.
  • Lead compliance efforts and drive continuous improvement in compliance.
  • Draft or oversee the drafting of highly complex legal documents, including contracts, responses, and letters.
  • Provide legal advice, interpretation, and analysis on public agency functions and powers under applicable laws, including public records and records retention laws, public meetings laws, government ethics laws, legal holds, litigation, public contracting, and records disposition matters. Identify emerging issues in the public sector arena and propose solutions.
  • Represent the Port in legal matters or lead a team in representing the Port. Develop and implement overall litigation strategy and oversee internal and external resources in responding to litigation, claims, or other legal activity.
  We welcome applications from individuals with varying levels of experience. The Port of Portland is committed to considering all applicants for potential opportunities. If you do not meet the qualifications for the Assistant General Counsel position, there's an opportunity to join us as an Associate General Counsel.
  
  
  Qualifications	Associate General Counsel	Assistant General Counsel
  Degree	Bachelor’s and Juris Doctor	Bachelor’s and Juris Doctor
  Minimum Years of Experience	4+ years related legal experience	10+ years related legal experience
  License/Certification	Member in good standing of the Oregon Bar Licensed to practice law in Oregon	Member in good standing of the Oregon Bar Licensed to practice law in Oregon
  
  The successful candidate must pass and maintain clearance through a comprehensive Criminal History Records Check and Security Threat Assessment for obtaining and retaining a PDX Security Badge (required).
  
  Demonstrated Skills & Abilities:
  • Advanced knowledge in legal research.
  • Understanding of public agency functions and powers under applicable laws, including public records and retention laws.
  • Advanced skills in litigation.
  • Advanced expertise in commercial law.
  • Comprehension of contracts and public agency contract requirements.
  • Proficiency in oral and written communication, including skills in presentation, conveying complex information to diverse audiences, and producing legally defensible written work product.
  • Capability to make difficult decisions in situations where no precedent exists.
  • Skilled at negotiation, especially on high-impact issues.
  • Demonstrate commitment to valuing differences among individuals and a passion for being inclusive.
  • Show the utmost respect for others and act as a team player.
  Selection Process (dates subject to change):
  1. A minimum qualification evaluation of education, training and experience of submitted application packets will take place by Human Resources the week of March 18, 2024.
  
  2. A Subject Matter Expert (SME) Panel will perform an evaluation of experience and training taken from your employment application materials including any responses to the supplemental questionnaire.
  
  3. Our goal is to schedule oral panel interviews with candidates that successfully passed the SME evaluation step approximately the week of April 1, 2024 with second round panel interviews approximately the week of April 15, 2024.

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