Corporate Counsel

U.S. Ski and Snowboard Association•Park City, UT

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

U.S. Ski & Snowboard is seeking Corporate Counsel to support its General Counsel and Associate Counsel and Leadership Team in handling legal matters on behalf of the national governing body for Olympic and Paralympic skiing and snowboarding in the United States. We are seeking a self-motivated, organized team player, with a keen attention to detail and the ability to think dynamically. The small legal team works closely with all departments while also coordinating with external stakeholders including the Board of Directors and Committees.

Requirements

B.A. or B.S. degree from an accredited four-year U.S. college or university
J.D. degree from an ABA accredited law school
Eligible to practice law in the state of Utah as a member of the bar or eligible to become licensed in Utah, including house counsel license.
Demonstrated experience in managing contracts and negotiations.
Skill in problem solving and conflict resolution
Excellent correspondence and legal writing ability with highest attention to detail
Strong leadership and management skills, high personal ethical standards, and demonstrated capability to be hands-on and make difficult, but timely decisions.
Strategic thinking and excellent written, verbal communication and presentation skills.
Ability to communicate complex information to executives.
Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to gain buy-in across multiple disciplines and drive execution.
Ability to effectively navigate ambiguous situations and highly complex environments.
Ability to work independently, but comfortable working in a collaborative environment.
Ability to handle multiple assignments and tight deadlines with accuracy.
High level of computer proficiency.
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.
The Corporate Counsel position involves regular access to confidential, privileged, and sensitive information pertaining to U.S. Ski & Snowboard, its athletes, members, staff, and business operations.
The employee will be required to execute a confidentiality agreement upon hire and shall always maintain strict confidentiality, consistent with applicable professional responsibility obligations and the rules of professional conduct.

Nice To Haves

Preference for a minimum of one year of experience in the practice of law in a multi-practice or full-service law firm, or in a substantive legal role at a sports or membership-based organization. Recent graduates with relevant internship, externship, or clerkship experience will also be considered.
Experience in a non-profit setting is preferred but not required.
Experience with a sport’s governing body or other sports organization preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Draft and/or review agreements and contracts executed by U.S. Ski & Snowboard, including independent contractor agreements, corporate sponsorship agreements, event hosting contracts, hotel agreements, vendor service agreements, and similar commercial agreements, as directed by Legal Team.
Assist with athlete agreements and tracking.
Help manage the day-to-day legal activities of U.S. Ski & Snowboard, including guidance to staff and volunteers on proper procedures and responses to U.S. Ski & Snowboard membership.
Provide guidance on policies and procedures and prepare drafts where appropriate.
Work closely with the Legal Team to provide legal advice to U.S. Ski & Snowboard and related entities, and staff and volunteers, on a wide range of topics.
Track and assess conflict of interest disclosures of board and key stakeholders.
Manage committee charters, minutes, and procedures for committees of the Board.
Assist with Board meeting management including scheduling, board book preparation, and presentation.
Assist with rules and regulations, the Ted Stevens Olympic and Amateur Sports Act, requirements of the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee, the U.S. Center for SafeSport, and FIS and work in conjunction with the Legal Team and other U.S. Ski & Snowboard staff to ensure consistent application and interpretation of all such governing documents.
Assist with preparation of Visa applications with outside counsel.
Work with U.S. Ski & Snowboard’s outside legal counsel on matters assigned.
Remain up to date on non-profit legal requirements to ensure U.S. Ski & Snowboard is operating accordingly.
Assist with corporate filings including entity filings, charitable solicitations, and tax exemption.
Work with the Legal Team in the areas of risk management and insurance renewal and applications.
Assist various U.S. Ski & Snowboard departments in identifying potential risk issues and legal exposure to navigate a proper and efficient outcome.
Support of Executive Leadership as needed.
Foster a culture that encourages teamwork, open and constructive communication and a positive working environment.
Demonstrate honesty, responsibility, integrity, and dedication in fulfillment of commitments.