ACA III, Supervisory, Chief of Advice, Procurement and Transactions

Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week Please submit your resume and writing sample.

This job posting may close at any time.

Applicants are advised to apply promptly.

A Non-Merit vacancy exists in the Office of Law.

Non-Merit positions are not classified within the Baltimore County Government Classification and Compensation Plan.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring in any Office or Department of Baltimore County General Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested candidates must apply at this time.

List allpromotions and changes in job duties due toreclassification as separate work experiences on your application.

Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered.

You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered.

Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Examples of Duties General Overview Under the general supervision of the County Attorney, or Deputy County Attorney, the Chief of Transactions assistswith review and assignment of transactional matters, for the various agencies of the Baltimore County government.

Work of this class involves supervising legal, professional, para-professional, and office support staff.

Employees in this class work a conventional workweek.

Work is performed in an office where normal working conditions are encountered.

The work requires minimal physical exertion.

Responsibilities for the position include, but are not limited to the following: Essential Job Functions * Under the direction of a Deputy County Attorney, assists in the development and implementation of administrative and legal operating policies and procedures.

* Evaluates the performance of, disciplines and recommends the hiring, firing and promoting of subordinate legal and office support personnel.

* May draft and/or review complex contract, real estate, financial, legislative and/or procurement matters on behalf of the Baltimore County government.

These may include contracts, deeds, leases, bills and resolutions, collection letters and reports, loan and bond documents, etc.

* Performs legal research and renders legal opinions of difficult and complex questions of law raised by County departments and agencies.

* Confers with County agency heads and personnel on legal matters and problems concerning their agency operations and business dealings.

* Supervises and trains attorneys that represent County agencies, boards and commissions.

* Supervises and trains attorneys that attend and represents the interests of the County in any negotiations with unions and various public and private organizations and groups.

* Supervises and trains subordinate attorneys that review and/or draft legal documents needed by the various County agencies * Supervises and trains attorneys to conduct contract and settlement negotiations on behalf of County agencies.

* Advises the County Executive, the County Administrative Officer, County departments, offices and agencies and the County Council on legal matters, as necessary.

* Appears before the County Council, as necessary, to discuss the legal sufficiency of proposed legislation and to present proposed contracts or other transactions for approval.

* Performs all other duties within the Office of Law as assigned by the County Attorney (or his/her designee). Knowledge, Skills and Abilities * Knowledge of the Rules of Professional Responsibility.

* Knowledge of applicable federal, state and local law.

* Knowledge of County best practices and procedures.

* Ability to manage and prioritize multiple complex matters.

* Communicate with exceptional oral and written communication.

* Ability to establish and maintain effective, collaborative working relationships with others (inside and outside the Office of Law). * Ability to work independently and meet deadlines while handling multiple tasks.

* Ability to maintain professionalism under pressure.

* A strong sense of ownership of tasks and responsibilities.

* Strong interpersonal skills required to work with the public and various agencies.

* Strong writing and drafting skills.

* Strong technology skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office software and legal research platforms such as Westlaw.

* A willingness to perform with minimal administrative support.

Qualifications Education and Qualifications * A law degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

* Admission to the Bar of the State of Maryland is required.

Minimum Qualifications * Graduation from an ABA-accredited law school.

* Licensed to practice law in the State of Maryland, or eligible to waive into the bar of the State of Maryland.

* Fifteen (15) years of experience in transactional/procurement experience, including but not limited to legal work with state, federal and municipal governments, legal writing experience, and practice representing municipal or State agencies.

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position.

Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study.

Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered.

Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Proof of Degree Equivalency Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc.

Mail or deliver documents to: ATTN: ACA III, Supervisory, Chief of Advice, Procurement and Transactions - Non-Merit Office of Human Resources Baltimore County Government 308 Allegheny Ave.

Towson, MD 21204 You can attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application.

Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Conditions of Employment Any internal promotional candidates selected for this position would only be eligible for a salary increase pursuant to Baltimore County's Personnel Manual.

Employment Background Investigation Applicants selected for an appointment to a position in Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment background investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education, and fingerprint check.