ATTORNEY - AVIATION

PN# 19487 AVIATION ATTORNEY

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:
The City of Houston Legal Department strives to provide the highest quality municipal legal services to the City, its elected and appointed officials, and its employees in the most efficient manner feasible through adherence to the following guiding principles:
 

• Quality & Service – Achieving high customer satisfaction as judged by our clients,
• Partnership & Teamwork – Working cooperatively internally and with our clients to achieve the City's goals,
• Integrity & Candor – Acting with a commitment to honesty and ethical behavior,
• Dignity & Diversity – Demonstrating esteem for the worth of each individual,
• Innovation & Imagination – Seeking novel and creative approaches to achieving the City's objectives.

• Drafting and negotiating construction and other contracts relating to facilities.
• Drafting and negotiating concession agreements.
• Drafting and negotiating contracts relating to the administration of airport facilities.
• Counseling client on procurement rules applicable to federally funded enterprises and projects.
• Interacting with federal governmental authorities on matters relating to Houston's airports.
• Counseling client on the development of routes, carriers and services at Houston's airports.
• Counseling client on federal requirements relating to, among other matters, unmanned aircraft systems and spaceports.
• Drafting, revising and counseling clients on relevant City policies and procedures and training City employees.
• Assisting the City Attorney and others with special projects such as drafting City Attorney Legal Opinions.
• Working with litigation teams on disputes involving transactions relating to Houston's airports.

EDUCATIONAL: 
Requires a Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from an American Bar Association accredited college of law.

EXPERIENCE:
Four years of experience in the practice of aviation law.

LICENSE: 
Must be a member of the Texas State Bar. Must have a valid Driver's License and be in compliance with the City of Houston policy on driving (AP 2-2).

Preference will be given to applicants with:

• A minimum of five years experience in aviation law.
• Exceptional contract negotiation and drafting skills.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Above-average academic performance preferred.
• Willing to take the initiative to identify and solve business and legal issues.
• Experience working with federal, state and local agencies.
• General understanding of Texas municipal procurement statutes, including those relating to professional services and alternative construction delivery methods.
• Experience negotiating large-scale public improvement projects.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the use of technology in the practice of law.
• Willing to work extended hours as needed to accommodate work demands.

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED:      Yes
All applicants will be expected to provide a writing sample, transcripts and letter(s) of recommendation.
 
SAFETY IMPACT POSITION:       Yes    
If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
 
SALARY INFORMATION:                                                 
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in similar positions.
 
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates shown. Applications must be submitted online at: http://www.www.houstontx.gov

To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or please call 832.393.6090.

Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.

All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided. If you need special services or accommodations, call TTY 7-1-1.

Equal Employment Opportunity
The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.