Overview

Position Title:DIVISION OF PERSONNEL LEGAL COUNSEL

Company:City Of Dopusvi

Location:Saint Thomas, VI, US

Job Description:

Under the direction of Director, this individual serves in a confidential and policy-making capacity. This position involves providing legal guidance to the divisions’ executive and management staff. This individual will protect and safeguard the divisions’ rights and interests.

Responsibilities:

  • Provides legal advice and direction to the Director as it pertains to the development of policies, rules, regulations and procedures and interpretation of federal and local regulations.
  • Development and implement all Department/Agency policies, rules, regulations and procedures and interpretation of federal and local regulations Represents the Department/Agency in all legal matters.
  • Determine action to be taken to originate or respond to legal proceedings and as appropriate, consult and review with Director and designated managers.
  • Creates new and reviews pending and new legislation affecting Department/Agency interests, assesses the impact on the Agency and recommends action as appropriate.
  • Represents the Department/Agency in court proceedings as deemed necessary.
  • Conducts legal research. Performs as Department/Agency liaison to the Department of Justice and other agencies as it pertains to legal matters.

Requirements:

  • Ability to (or possess the skill level to gain ability to) define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
  • Ability to work with a wide variety of other professionals and staff engaged in the delivery of Human Resources.
  • Ability to recognize and maintain confidentiality
  • Ability to gain the confidence and respect of the public to be served
  • Ability to work well independently including without administrative support when required. Organizational, multi-tasking, and time management skills are essential
  • Ability to use interpersonal skills with a high level of emotional intelligence
  • Ability to work in a highly visible position undergoing significant changes with multiple constituents, each with demands exceeding resources
  • Ability to work independently, as part of a team and be available. Ability to display time management skills