Senior Counsel

Baltimore City•Baltimore, MD

6d•$81,097 - $129,584

About The Position

The City of Baltimore Employees' and Elected Officials' Retirement Systems and the Retirement Savings Plan (Retirement Systems) is seeking applicants for the position of Senior Counsel. Under general supervision of the City Solicitor and ERS General Counsel (General Counsel) , the successful incumbent will provide legal advice and counsel to, and otherwise represent, the Board of Trustees and the Executive Director of the Employees' Retirement Systems and the Retirement Savings Plan, in the absence of the General Counsel, in the following areas: Disability Claims Administration Investment Policy and Procurement Plan Administration Legislation Litigation Board Governance

Requirements

Education: A law degree from an accredited law school
Experience: Four (4) years of litigation and trial experience or municipal law and practice before State appellate courts or Federal courts.
Admission to the Bar of the State of Maryland is required
A valid Maryland Class C, Noncommercial driver's license or equivalent out-of-state driver's license acceptable to the Division of the Office of Risk Management is required.
Working knowledge of Federal and State laws, with a specific familiarity with the Internal Revenue Code and employee benefits law.
Ability to understand and effectively use internal IT applications and software, including proficiency with Microsoft Office software and legal research platforms such as Westlaw.
Strong legal research and analytical skills.
Strong interpersonal skills required to work with the public and various City agencies.
Ability to prepare and litigate cases of varying complexity.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to manage large caseloads and juggle multiple priorities and deadlines.
Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.

Nice To Haves

Governmental Pension System Experience

Responsibilities

In the absence of General Counsel, directs and advises the Executive Director, and Board of Trustees on a range of matters, including recoveries of investment losses, resolution of plan member services management and administration issues.
Conducts legal research and renders legal opinions pertaining to the administration of three (3) trust funds: Employees' Retirement System (ERS); Elected Officials' Retirement System (EOS); Retirement Savings Plan (RSP).
Assists the General Counsel in drafting and negotiating contractual agreements with investment managers and vendors.
Corresponds with various stakeholders, including the Board of Trustees and City Council members, regarding distribution of benefits and investment inquiries.
Drafts, prepares and reviews various legal documents for legal sufficiency.
Assists in evaluating investment guidelines and drafting department forms.
Conducts legal review of City, State, and Federal legislation to ensure full understanding and compliance.

Benefits

The city offers medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans.
This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops.

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