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Description

**Closing Date to Apply:** Until Filled

**Salary:** $157,601.60- $275,828.80

Typically, selected candidates are hired at a salary rate between the minimum and midpoint of the range.

**Benefits:** This link below will provide you with Grant PUD’s benefit that may be available if hired, different employee types are eligible for different benefits.

Grant PUD — Unified Insurance Program (uip-wa.org)

_Grant County PUD will be administering a background check as part of the hiring process, if selected for this position._

Position Summary

The Staff Attorney I will provide legal counsel and guidance to assist in compliance with the many laws applicable to Grant PUD. They will provide professional interpretations and recommendations to the General Counsel, management, and professional staff on issues or concerns that have potential legal impacts to Grant PUD. They will provide legal review and representation in Grant PUD actions (under the guidance of General Counsel or designee), including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts and transactions. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring compliance with the NERC Reliability Standards as appropriate for the position held.

Essential** **Functions

_Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:_

+ Provide a variety of legal functions in all operational areas to protect the best interests of Grant PUD.

+ Prepare, negotiate, draft and/or review legal documents, contracts, policies, and other instruments of all types regarding Grant PUD operations.

+ Assist in HR investigations as needed.

+ Exercise independent judgment in establishing priority-based systems.

+ Carry out broad legal assignments with a degree of independence, balancing the need for collaboration with minimal supervision.

+ Perform legal research and prepare comprehensive legal opinions for General Counsel, General Manager/CEO, Board of Commissioners and/or others as assigned or as needed to protect the best interests of Grant PUD.

+ Assist Grant PUD staff in maintaining compliance with laws, policies, and contracts. Provide consultation and advice on technical, systems, or process related topics. Resolve conflicts, handle complaints, and settle disputes, as needed.

+ May attend Commission meetings as backup for General Counsel during absences. May attend other energy related association meetings that involve Grant PUD or related informational seminars and meetings.

+ Embrace the culture, values, and goals of Grant PUD when engaging with internal and external stakeholders.

+ Assist with special projects as needed.

+ Collaborate with other members of the executive and other teams to provide information and guidance for Grant PUD.

+ Have exceptional attention to detail and commit to faultless execution on tasks.

+ Technologically savvy with the ability to quickly accommodate to new applications and tools.

+ A self-starter who can manage priorities and make trade-offs when needs change.

+ Communication skills: ability to read, analyze and interpret governmental regulations; ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals; ability to speak effectively, present information and respond to questions from employees at all levels; ability to communicate with quality, integrity and respect in a way that encourages others. Must have a high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations. Position continually requires demonstrated poise, tact, and diplomacy.

+ Committed to collaboration and teamwork.

+ Understand the highly adaptable nature of support work and be comfortable with being available as needed.

+ Demonstrated commitment to Grant PUD’s mission, vision, values, and strategic plan. The incumbent should be familiar with these organizational priorities and behave in a way that aligns with these expectations. Understand and adhere to compliance requirements for this position that may include laws, regulations, security guidelines, Grant PUD policies & procedures.

+ Actively support and participate in all aspects of Grant PUD’s safety program, including but not limited to:

+ Following all safety policies and procedures.

+ Alerting supervisors and coworkers of unsafe or hazardous working conditions.

+ Reporting any safety incidents or close calls within 24 hours to your supervisor.

+ Accepting feedback from supervisors and coworkers regarding your own safety performance.

+ Be viewed as a safety champion by demonstrating through words and actions, that safety is our paramount value by actively:

+ Supporting the presence of safety in your Operating Unit (e.g., Include safety messages in business conversations; begin meetings as appropriate with a safety minute).

+ Acknowledging compliant safety behaviors and good safety performance from members of your team(s).

Education and Experience

Required

+ Juris Doctorate (PhD or JD) along with 5+ years experience in municipal, litigation, procurement, energy law, public settings or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

License and Certification

Required

+ A valid state driver’s license with no restrictions.

+ Active Washington State Bar license.

Other Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

+ Knowledge of a wide range of computer programs, including Westlaw or LexisNexis.

Physical Requirements

+ Position may be eligible for hybrid work arrangement: ☒Yes ☐No

+ Per Grant County PUD policy all employees are required to work at their designated headquarters at least two days per week.

+ Majority of work is performed in a standard office setting.

+ Typical shift of employees in this position: ☒8 hours ☐9 hours ☐10 hours ☐12 hours

_*For a full list of requirements, the applicant/incumbent should refer to the Physical Capacity Evaluation (PCE)._

_The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas._

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.