Associate General Counsel
Company: Metro Water Recovery
Location: Commerce City
Posted on: October 16, 2024
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Job Description:
Metro Water Recovery in Denver, CO - a nationally recognized
leader among clean water utilities, provides wastewater conveyance
and treatment services for 2 million people in the Denver Metro
area. General Statement of Duties & Organizational Responsibilities
Provides legal advice and services in support of the operations of
Metro. Assists in protecting the organization's legal interests and
maintaining operations within the scope of established law.
Identifies and analyzes legal issues, drafts key documents,
presents clear recommendations to decision makers, and assures
legal compliance. This includes providing legal counsel on
environmental, contract, administrative, employment, municipal,
construction, policies and procedures, innovation and other areas
of law. Responsible for coordination and support of Metro's
involvement in environmental regulation development and compliance.
Works under the general direction of General Counsel. May provide
direction to other staff members and outside Metro counsel. Typical
Duties Analyze the impact and application of federal and state
environmental laws and regulations in the areas of water quality,
air quality, solid/hazardous waste, Department of Transportation,
OPS, EPCRA/CERCLA and Department of Agriculture including in
connection with and in relation to the operational, strategic, and
business operations of Metro. As assigned, provide legal counsel
related to Metro's environmental permits by independently managing
the issues to conclusion. Recommend and assist with the development
of compliance programs to address conditions of permits and
regulations. Provides legal support for environmental regulation
development and advocacy. Assist in the preparation, review,
negotiation and oversight of documents for complex transactions, as
needed, including contracts, intergovernmental agreements,
proposals and real property instruments. Provides counsel relating
to laws and regulations applicable to public entity including Open
Meetings and Open Records laws. Develop and review policies, rules
and regulations, and procedures for operational and business
functions. Serve on committees and assist in the formulation and
implementation of policies and practices. Participate in
stakeholder groups, committees and associations as assigned.
Participate in communication outreach activities including
legislative efforts, as assigned. Prepare and review other
documents to assist the business functions of Metro. Identifies
legal issues, performs legal research and writes opinions on all
pertinent legal issues. Represents Metro in hearings and legal
proceedings as needed. Coordinates with and assists outside legal
counsel to Metro. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum
Qualifications Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law
school. Admission to the practice of law in the State of Colorado.
Five years of experience in the practice of law. Direct experience
with and a thorough understanding of the principles and practices
of rulemaking, licensing or permitting, regulatory compliance,
policy development, complex transactions, and the legal system.
Basic understanding of general issues of law pertaining to
governmental entities and the wastewater industry. Excellent oral
and written communication and advocacy skills and the ability to
coordinate with a variety of staff. Independent self-starter with
demonstrated ability to manage multiple competing projects
successfully while meeting deadlines. Desired Qualifications
Advanced knowledge of general issues of law pertaining to
governmental entities and the wastewater industry including federal
and state environmental laws and regulations. Experience practicing
before the Colorado environmental commissions, representing public
entities, and managing judicial and administrative litigation.
Working Conditions: Working Environment While performing the duties
of this job, the employee is exposed to outdoor weather conditions
less than 1/3 of the time. The noise level in the work environment
is usually quiet. Physical Demands While performing the duties of
the job the employee is required to sit, use hands to finger,
handle or feel; and talk or hear more than 2/3 of the time. The
employee is required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms no
less that 1/3 of the time. The employee must lift and/or move up to
10 pounds less than 1/3 of the time. Specific vision requirements
of this job include close vision. Employment Type: Full Time
Salary: $104,666 - $152,173 Annual Bonus/Commission: No
Keywords: Metro Water Recovery, Thornton , Associate General Counsel, Legal , Commerce City, Colorado
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