CONSTRUCTION LAW COUNSEL - BOARDS AND OPEN GOVERNMENT - UNCLASSIFIED

***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE***

Job Summary

This attorney position will represent the State Public Works Division (SPWD), the state agency responsible for the planning, maintenance, and construction of public buildings. The Division is comprised of the State Public Works Board, Professional Services (design and construction), Building Official (code compliance and inspection), and Buildings & Grounds (facility oversite, maintenance. and leasing). The position was created to specifically provide SPWD with a concentrated expertise in public works construction. The position will advise the Administrator and staff on legal matters relating to construction contracting and construction project management in accordance with applicable statutes and contract documents. This specialized support will enhance and support SPWD’s ability to manage the risk associated with the complexities inherent in multimillion dollar public works construction projects. This position will proactively advise and support SPWD avoid protracted litigation and participate in the State’s legal team when litigation is unavoidable.

Essential Qualifications

Certificate of admission to the State Bar of Nevada and eligibility to practice before the courts of Nevada, as well as the federal district and appellate courts. Five (5) years of experience as a practicing attorney, including at least three(3)years of experience in construction law.

The preferred candidate will have extensive experience in construction law, government practice, and litigation matters.

Job Duties

Day to day involvement and assessment of SPWD’s contractor qualification and bidding requirements and processes; project specific legal needs; project management oversight; construction contract drafting and implementation; public records response and oversight; prevailing wage complaints; bid protests; staff training; contractor dispute assessment; represent staff in contractor disputes before the State Public Works Board; prepare for and coordinate Board meetings; and implementing administrating rulemaking. Duties also include defending lawsuits such as: ADA violations, employee motor vehicle accidents, premise liability claims, and other lawsuits filed against SPWD. Duties also include supporting Building & Grounds contracting, management, and oversight of approximately 2.5 million square feet of State-owned buildings, including those buildings assigned to Nevada’s constitutional officers. The position also supports B&G’s Leasing Services and their management of approximately 300 commercial leases. This includes lease term negotiations and supporting Leasing Services in its enforcement of lease terms. During the legislative session, this position will support the Division throughout, including bill draft requests, brief and assist Administrator throughout legislative session, assist with assessment of fiscal impact and support the Division’s presentation of SPWD’s capital improvement bill.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge: This position requires knowledge of substantive law and regulations relevant to construction law generally, and Nevada construction law specifically, including experience developing construction contract terms and conditions. Experience advising construction project management is preferred. Public-sector construction contracting experience is preferred, including knowledge of NRS 338 and NAC 338. Candidates should have experience in construction litigation, mediation, and arbitration, with documented first- or second-chair construction litigation experience preferred. Familiarity with construction-related bonds and insurance, as well as a strong background in settlement negotiations, is preferred. Knowledge of substantive law and regulations related to leasing and purchasing contracts, and Nevada’s Open Meeting Law, is also preferred.

Skills and Abilities: Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally; present administrative and judicial cases; advocate effectively; analyze complex legal issues; and apply legal principles to resolve problems. Ability to plan, prioritize, and execute work within established timelines with minimal supervision. Ability to maintain a high level of professionalism, organization, self-motivation, punctuality, reliability, and demonstrated leadership skills.

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.

Please send direct Inquiries or correspondence to the recruiter listed on this announcement.

Benefits include:

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees’ Benefits Program (PEBP) .
  
• Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.
  
• Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.
  
• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
  
• Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) . Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication .
  
• Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program .
  
• No Nevada state income tax.
  
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.
  
• Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of “standard” or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.
  

Additional benefits may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU) .

For more details about your rights and responsibilities as a State of Nevada employee, please review the State of Nevada Employee Handbook (PDF) .

*** State Holidays The holiday schedule for State employees is established by the Legislature.

The following are legal holidays:

January 1.............................................. New Year's Day

Third Monday in January.................. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday

Third Monday in February................ Washington’s Birthday

Last Monday in May........................... Memorial Day

June 19................................................ Juneteenth Day

July 4.................................................... Independence Day

First Monday in September.............. Labor Day

Last Friday in October....................... Nevada Day

November 11........................................ Veterans' Day

Fourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving Day

Friday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family Day

December 25........................................ Christmas Day

When January 1, June 19, July 4, November 11, or December 25 falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday is the observed legal holiday. If these days fall on Sunday, the following Monday is the observed holiday. Eligibility for holiday pay is covered by the provisions of NAC 284.255

Closing Date/Time: Continuous

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