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Deputy General Counsel, Director of Legal

Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority -
Cleveland, OH

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Job Details

Full-time
$123,220 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Strategic goal setting
Writing skills
Employment law
Employment law case experience
Managing legal teams
Real estate law
Workers' compensation insurance knowledge
Doctor of Law (JD)
Supervising experience
Interdisciplinary policy and procedure development experience
Bar
Administrative law
General management
Policy Development

Full Job Description

Location Organization NameGreater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority

About the Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority

The Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (GCRTA) was formed in 1974 with the mission of providing public transit services to 59 communities and 1.2 million residents of Cuyahoga County. As the largest public transit agency in the State of Ohio, GCRTAs service options include bus, BRT, trolley, paratransit, and three rail lines. GCRTA makes connections that empower individuals, neighborhoods, and communities to rise.

We offer a wide range of comprehensive benefits and programs to support the health and wellness of employees and family members, including health benefits (medical, dental, and vision), a wellness incentive program, and participation in the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS)

The Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority (GCRTA) is seeking a skilled legal professional to manage the Legal Department of the Legal Affairs Division. This position will lead and manage in-house legal staff in key areas including labor & employment, administrative law, contracts, real estate, litigation, claims and workers compensation. This role also involves overseeing all legal matters for GCRTA, as well as directing and monitoring the management of outside legal counsel, claims settlements, workers' compensation, and labor union interactions. Additionally, the successful candidate will provide legal guidance to the Authoritys executive leadership, Board of Trustees, and other stakeholders.

This position reports to the General Counsel, Deputy General Manager of the Legal Affairs Division.

The Deputy General Counsel, Director of Law, will ensure that all legal matters are handled with the highest level of professionalism, efficiency, and timeliness, providing high-quality legal advice, consultation and work product. The role may also include participation on committees and review panels within the Authority.

Detailed Description

Duties:

Manage the overall provision of legal services by the Legal Department team.
Provide expert legal assistance with executive leadership, the Board of Trustees and all operational areas regarding labor & employment, contracts, real estate, litigation, claims, workers' compensation and administrative law.
Ensure the Authority is effectively represented in all legal matters, including litigation, arbitration, and administrative hearings.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws governing public transportation, civil rights, and workers' compensation.
Oversee the preparation of high-quality contracts, pleadings, legal opinions and other legal documents.
Provide leadership in the development and implementation of legal strategies, policies, and procedures to mitigate risks and advance the mission of the Authority, with special attention to customer and employee safety.
Collaborate with other GCRTA departments to address operational, employment, and related legal issues.
Monitor legislative, court and regulatory changes impacting public transportation, funding and operations.
Oversee the agency's workers' compensation program, managing the handling of claims, return-to-work initiatives, and litigation strategy.
Ensure professional development and mentoring of the Legal Department team.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, Outlook or similar email communication. Intermediate knowledge of Westlaw, Lexis or other legal research software.

Job Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school, with a license to practice law in the State of Ohio.
Active member in good standing with the Ohio Supreme Court.
Minimum of ten (10) years of legal experience, with at least five (5) years in legal leadership positions involving labor and employment, contracts and real estate, civil litigation, workers' compensation, and administrative law. In some cases, relevant transferable skills may be considered in lieu of five (5) years of legal leadership experience.
Supervisory experience includes setting and monitoring business goals, developing strategic plans, and preparing policies and procedures.
Experience in local government law, public administration and workers compensation practice is preferred.
Exceptional analytical, research, writing, oral communication and interpersonal skills.
This in-person role will be based at the Greater Cleveland Regional Transit Authority headquarters located at 1240 West 6th Street, Cleveland, Ohio 44113.

Additional Details

Salary commensurate with experience

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