Associate General Counsel

Location:  Remote – US Required

Travel:  Less than 10%

Education:  JD or LL.M is required

License: Must be admitted to the bar in at least 1 state

Experience:  8 years of commercial contract experience with a focus on state and local government agencies is required. Excellent attention to detail and ability to work independently is required.

THE OPPORTUNITY: BusPatrol is a leading provider of school bus safety solutions. We are seeking a talented and experienced Associate General Counsel to join our dynamic legal team. This role is critical to our continued growth and success.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in state and local government contracting, a keen eye for detail, and a proven ability to build and implement efficient legal processes. You will be responsible for a wide range of legal matters, including contract drafting, negotiation, and management, risk mitigation, and providing legal counsel to various departments within the company. The ideal candidate should be a self-starter, with a bias for action and an ability to work without supervision. You should have a track record of performance and ability to deliver while using common sense judgment.

• Negotiating and drafting agreements with state and local government customers, including counties, cities, towns, and school districts.
• Negotiating and drafting agreements with vendors including suppliers, manufacturers, and consultants.
• Managing and mitigating legal risks by auditing, designing, and implementing company policies and procedures
• Provide practical legal advice and support to sales, finance, leadership, and HR teams, including employment and general commercial and compliance matters
• Advise and manage an extensive portfolio of new and ongoing legal matters, including, but not limited to, contractual obligations and resolution of contract related disputes
• Work with state and local procurement laws and policies, including contract terms and conditions of contracts and freedom of information/public disclosure rules
• Audit contracts for renewal deadlines and other ongoing requirements
• Assist with RFPs as needed

• Minimum of 8 years of contract experience with a focus on state and local government agencies is required.
• Experience in state and/or local government contracting laws and regulations is required.
• Experience in RFP processes and associated legal requirements in responding to RFPs is preferred.
• Experience in drafting, reviewing, and advising on a broad range of legal documents including commercial contracts, vendor agreements, and other legal documents
• Ability to work cross-functionally with business teams to understand goals and advise on a wide range of legal options
• Must have a demonstrated track record of working independently and making common sense judgement decisions.
• Ability to anticipate downside risk and build agreements with this consideration.
• Experience working with standard processes and templates is required.  Creation of document frameworks and processes is preferred but not required.
• Experience using contract management software is strongly encouraged
• Must have excellent attention to detail as well as strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be proficient in MS Word and PowerPoint.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior people management experience

• A competitive salary and benefits package 
• Comprehensive personal time off, including volunteering and birthday days off
• An opportunity to help build a company dedicated to children’s safety 
• The chance to join an innovative and dedicated team, focused on leading edge technology 
• The occasion to participate in BusPatrol’s culture of safety, learning, and teamwork 

BusPatrol’s school bus safety programs are violator-funded, meaning that those who break the law pay for the technology that protects children. We build solid partnerships in the communities in which we operate which, coupled with our innovative business model, leads to sustainable efforts to change driver behaviors.

HOW WE WORK

On our mission to make the journey to and from school safer for children, the way we work together and with our partners is built on foundational cultural pillars.

• SAFETY
  Safety is our focus, for the children we protect and for each other. We follow the letter and spirit of occupational safety law, relentlessly employ safety best practices, and foster learning and development on our worksites. We are safe to be ourselves and to make mistakes, and we create safe environments for our teams.
• CONNECTION
  We build strong relationships and teams in support of our mission. We promote and provide opportunities for employees to grow together.
• EXCELLENCE
  We commit to innovation and quality work in support of our mission and each other. The children we safeguard are at the forefront of our decisions and actions and we excel on their behalf.
• IMPACT
  We measure success by fulfilling our mission and keeping the company strong. We invest our time and energy in the actions that deliver results for students and for their communities.

We are looking for a valued member of the BusPatrol team to assist us in our quest to improve children’s safety. This is an important role for us and a great opportunity for the right candidate. Our environment is inclusive, diverse, ignited, built on integrity, and deeply committed.

The US salary range for this position is provided in this posting. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your Talent Partner can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location and skill level during the hiring process.

 Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, and/or commission (if applicable) or benefits. 

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