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Summary of Duties:
Under the direction of the Assistant General Counsel, provides accurate, concise, and practical general government/corporate legal advice to the General Counsel, Executive Director/CEO, senior staff, and corporate personnel. Provides legal counsel primarily in the public and transportation areas involving: railroad collective bargaining agreements and related labor laws, Federal Transit Administration (FTA), procurement compliance, complex public contracting, employee benefits, financing, and/or software licensing for public entities. Supervises and provides leadership involving complex and/or long-term projects or complex negotiations. Available to work flexible hours, as required, in the early morning, late afternoon, evenings, or weekends. Performs other related duties as needed to meet the on-going needs of the organization.
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications:
• Must possess a Law Degree (J.D.) with all appropriate licenses and certifications (Illinois Supreme Court).
• Must have significant legal experience as an Attorney with substantial experience in two or more of the following areas: railroad labor issues and collective bargaining; federal grant procurement matters; complex public contracting; employee benefits; employment law; intellectual property and/or public financing.
• Must have progressively responsible managerial experience, and capable of handling multiple, complex assignments on an ongoing basis in the railroad, transportation or related industry.
• Strong and effective oral and written communication skills are essential.
• Must have significant experience, and familiarity with computer based legal research and Microsoft Office Suites.
• Must be able to work in a demanding environment.
All employees are responsible for performing his/her job safely, and in accordance with the safety objectives, goals and program of the organization, ensuring compliance with applicable safety rules and regulations.
Other Important Information:
• Subject to a physical examination/drug test and background check to verify information regarding education, employment history, vehicle and criminal history.
• Only resumes with salary history will be considered.
• Only qualified candidates will receive consideration.
• Relocation is not available for this position.
Company Overview:
Metra is one of the largest commuter rail systems in North America and provides commuter rail service between the downtown Chicago business district and 240 stations in Northeastern Illinois over 11 routes totaling about 500 route miles. Metra operates 700 weekday trains, providing more than 300,000 passenger trips a day. Our goal is a diverse workplace that is highly productive, dignified and team-oriented.
We offer paid holidays and vacation/sick days, medical, dental and life insurance; tuition assistance reimbursement; and a railroad retirement plan.
Response information:
If you are interested in applying for a position at Metra, please send your cover letter which must include the position title, your resume and salary history to:
E-mail: jobs@metrarr.com
Metra is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is our policy to fill vacant positions with qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability, assuming an individual can perform the essential functions of the job with or without accommodation.
Metra / 547 W. Jackson Blvd. / Chicago, IL 60661
Email Us Here: jobs@metrarr.com
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