Job Information
Chelan County PUD Staff Attorney in Wenatchee, Washington
APPLICATION MATERIALS
Please include your cover letter, resume and writing sample in one PDF document.
*Cover letter and writing sample: *In your cover letter, discuss how your education and experience has prepared you to work in the role of Staff Attorney, specifically addressing your professional legal experience in the following areas as applicable:
- municipal
- energy law
- public procurement
- contract
- business
- real estate
- construction law
Include a writing sample along with your cover letter and resume. Incomplete materials will not be considered.
To expedite the application process, combine your cover letter, resume and writing sample into one PDF document before applying and upload electronically when requested in the online application process.
This position is OPEN UNTIL FILLED and applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. The first review date for application materials is scheduled for March 23. Apply online at www.chelanpud.org/careers
Interested parties are also invited to contact Human Resources at joblist@chelanpud.org to discuss the position.
SALARY RANGE
The advertised hiring range for the Staff Attorney is $154,880 - $193,600, with a maximum opportunity of up to $232,320 with tenure and strong performance.
Introductory Period: New employees holding regular positions must complete an introductory period of twelve months.
BENEFITS EPOA
In addition to competitive wages Chelan PUD employees also enjoy outstanding benefits which include zero cost employer funded medical, dental, and vision healthcare benefits, access to the employee assistance program, a VEBA health reimbursement account, and long-term care.
Washington state retirement PERS participation and optional 457 plan participation with an employer matching 401(a) plan.
Leave, life & disability benefits including paid leave starting at 21 days per calendar year up to 35 with tenure, 11 paid holidays per calendar year, paid jury duty, short-term disability & long-term disability, and basic life, AD&D, and optional voluntary life.
The work life benefits include optional flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care, educational assistance, various rewards and recognition programs and position specific stipends.
For more explanation of the district benefits please visit our benefits website www.mychelanpudbenefits.org{rel="nofollow"}.
JOB POSTING
Overview Provide legal counsel and guidance to assist in compliance with the many laws applicable to the District. Provide professional interpretations and recommendations to District Commission, management and professional staff on issues or concerns that have potential legal impacts to the District. Provide legal review and representation in District actions, including drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts and transactions. Responsibilities
Provide a variety of complex and specialized legal functions in all operational areas to protect the best interests of the District. Each incumbent possesses specialized knowledge in particular areas and will be the lead attorney in those areas as directed by the General Counsel. The expectation is that staff attorneys will carry out broad legal assignments, which are complex and difficult in nature under minimal supervision.
Prepare, negotiate, draft and/or review legal documents, contracts, policies and other instruments of all types regarding District operations.
Assist District staff in maintaining compliance with laws, policies and contracts. Provide consultation and advice on technical, systems or process related topics