Admission to the Massachusetts and Federal Bar required
Prior experience with contract law and regulations preferred
Familiarity with Commonwealth procurement policies and procedures preferred
Experience in civil litigation
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and provide high-level customer service
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Responsibilities
Review, draft, and compile documents for procurement needs
Assist in drafting departmental policies
Research and write legal memoranda
Manage FOIA requests with stakeholders
Investigate and report on legal incidents as assigned
Collaborate with Financial Services for audits
Draft RFRs for procurement projects
Benefits
Participation in mandatory training
Flexible work hours for project needs
Opportunity to work on various legal and procurement projects
Professional development opportunities through interaction with legal staff
Exposure to internal and governmental audits
Full Job Description
* to be considered application must be completed via Department portal - https://scsdma.applicantstack.com/x/detail/a2cncw2yv2i6/aa0 *
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Represents department in contract/procurement issues, researches legal issues and prepares memoranda on pertinent legal topics as assigned by the General Counsel; performs related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the direction of the General Counsel. In the absence of the General Counsel, works under the direction of the Deputy General Counsel.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Provides guidance and assistance to interns, paralegals, and administrative staff assigned to the General Counsel's Office.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Reviews, drafts and compiles documents for Department contract/procurement needs;
Assists in the review, drafting and compilation of departmental policies;
Researches and drafts legal memoranda regarding legal issues relating to the Department;
Manages FOIA requests in conjunction with external and internal stakeholders;
Investigates and reports on incidents/issues as assigned by the General Counsel;
Flexibility and ability to learn and perform new duties and skills as assigned;
Complies with all written policies and procedures; and
Performs other duties and assignments as may be assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Drafts RFRs for all Department's procurement needs;
Mitigates and manages any legal issues arising from performance of procurement projects;
Advises on, prepares and responds to legal questions regarding all contract/procurement matters;
Assists, prepares and participates with Financial Services staff for internal and governmental audits;
Manages, drafts, responds and produces responsive documents to FOIA requests from counsel, media, government and private citizens;
Works with Commonwealth and Secretary of State on Department document retention/destruction functions;
Assists in the research, review, drafting, and reporting on a variety of incidents/issues and Memoranda of Agreements as assigned by the General Counsel and/or the Deputy General Counsel;
Maintain good standing in Massachusetts and Federal Bar;
Regular, punctual and predictable attendance at assigned workplace with ability to work nights and/or weekends for various projects as needed;
Knowledge of, compliance with, and enforcement of Department, as well as General Counsel Division, policies and procedures;
Compliance with security procedures;
Obeying moderately complex oral and written orders;
Effective communication orally and in writing;
Dealing calmly and effectively with stressful situations, including emergencies; and
Exercising good judgment.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION
Participation in mandatory training.
Qualifications: * to be considered application must be completed via Department portal - https://scsdma.applicantstack.com/x/detail/a2cncw2yv2i6/aa0 *
QUALIFICATIONS
Admission to the Massachusetts and Federal Bar required;
Prior experience with contract law and regulations preferred;
Familiarity with Commonwealth procurement policies and procedures preferred;
Experience in civil litigation;
Excellent written and oral communication skills;
Ability to interact with employees and the public in a pleasant and discreet manner. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals at all levels throughout the organization, in other agencies, and in private industry. High levels of customer service, independence, leadership and willingness to write and maintain documentation. Must perform duties with a high degree of confidentiality;
Ability to demonstrate initiative and to work with co-workers and consultants. Self-motivator, ability to meet project deadlines and work on multiple projects simultaneously is essential. Ability to maintain accurate records; and
Ability to complete moderate to complex level of qualitative and quantitative analyses. Strong analytical and problem solving skills are required. Attention to detail is crucial. Need for creativity, flexibility and organizational skills.
MINIMUM PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Communicate orally with employees and the public;
Climb a small step ladder to access and pull files as needed;
Sit or stand periodically for 8 hours;
Lift and carry up to 25 pounds;
Climb stairs occasionally;
Walk short distances;
Use a personal computer and e-mail; and
Write and type.
About Masse
Masse is a Japanese manufacturer of personal care and household products. The company's product line includes a range of skin care, hair care, and cleaning products, as well as fragrances and cosmetics. Masse's products are sold through a network of retail stores and online channels in Japan and other Asian markets. The company was founded in 1952 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
