Assistant Attorney II (Contracts Team)

Job description

General Description The City of Atlanta is recruiting an Assistant Attorney II to be a member of its Department of Law Contracts Management Services Team. This position will serve as a primary resource in support of the City’s procurement and contracting process, and includes the review and assistance in preparation of solicitations and related legislation, management of bid protests, drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and revising construction contracts, general services agreements, professional services agreements, technology services agreements, inbound and outbound grants agreements, intergovernmental agreements and other City contracts. Success in the role will be measured by your ability to deliver appropriate legal advice, counsel, and provide quality contracts on behalf of our Contracts Management Services Team in a collaborative, independent as needed, professional and timely manner. The attorney will: Conduct legal research related to applicable municipal, state and federal laws and regulations and interpret laws, rulings and regulations to advise on legal matters, including contract interpretation and drafting. Oversee and manage bid protests and contract disputes, includ...