General Counsel

General Counsel $205,373.00 - $225,100.00 We are seeking a General Counsel to serve in the Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO), Office of the General Counsel (OGC). The General Counsel directs the legal position of the OCFO with respect to federal and District appropriations, contracting and procurement, and accounting and financial transactions. The General Counsel represents the OCFO in litigation and other legal matters in which the OCFO is a party or has legal interest, supervises and manages outside counsel, and assures the legal sufficiency of the OCFO's programs and policies. The General Counsel, under the leadership of the Deputy Chief Financial Officer and Chief of Staff, is responsible for serving as the principal legal advisor to the Chief Financial Officer. Duties Representing the Chief Financial Officer in litigation, working cooperatively with the Office of the Attorney General, and other legal matters in which the CFO is a party or has legal interest Ensuring compliance with mid-year and annual performance evaluations for all OGC staff Consulting with the Office of Human Resources (OHR) on employee relations matters Ensuring excellent customer service and open communications with all agencies Participating as a member of the OCFO executive team in the continual development and evaluation of policies and review of OCFO programs Serving on the OCFO and other District Government committees, councils, working groups and ad hoc groups or community boards, as required Performing other related duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications Eight (8) years of progressive experience, including four (4) years at the managerial level performing the related duties and responsibilities such as reviewing, analyzing, and drafting documents related to complex legal issues and legislation; serving as a legal advisor; and working knowledge of two or more of the following disciplines: Corporate Law, Legislation, Litigation, Commercial, Federal or State/Municipal Government, Labor Contracts, Employment Law, or other relevant disciplines. A Juris Doctorate degree or equivalent from an accredited law school is required and D.C. licensure or admittance to membership in the D.C. Bar in accordance with the D.C. Bar rules within six (6) months of employment. The OCFO offers a competitive salary and benefits package including medical, dental, retirement, and educational assistance. The Office of the Chief Financial Officer is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER #J-18808-Ljbffr The Office of the Chief Financial Officer (OCFO)