Contract Attorney Job

Attorney

Municipality seeking a full-time contract attorney for a busy municipal law office. The ideal candidate will have strong contract drafting and negotiation skills; be confident and highly motivated; have excellent communication skills; and the ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment. Familiarity with government contracts and procurement procedure is advantageous. The position offers a comprehensive salary and benefit package.

Responsibilities:

• Draft and review of contracts,
leases, and grants.
• Negotiate terms and conditions
with contractors/vendors as
needed.
• Knowledge of contract law.
• Review grant applications, grant
contracts and related documents.
• Ensure accuracy, completeness and
compliance with appropriate laws,
rules and regulations pertaining
to contracts, grants and leases.
• Conduct research, interpret and
prepare sound legal opinions in
accordance with municipal laws,
regulations, codes, ordinances
and policies.
• Perform related duties as
assigned

• Ability to draft, read and
interpret contract documents and
leases.
• Ability to communicate clearly
and concisely, verbally and in
writing.
• Excellent attention to detail and
organization skills.

Health/Dental Benefits, Paid Holidays, Vacations, and Sick Leave

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