Associate Deputy General Counsel - Boston

DCAMM'S Mission · The Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance (DCAMM) oversees over $2 billion in capital programs and projects, and is responsible for capital planning, project delivery, property acquisitions, dispositions, management, and real estate services for t ...

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DCAMM'S Mission

The Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance (DCAMM) oversees over $2 billion in capital programs and projects, and is responsible for capital planning, project delivery, property acquisitions, dispositions, management, and real estate services for the Commonwealth. DCAMM is the steward of all of the Commonwealth's assets, which include 5.5 million square feet of state buildings. As an agency, we care for the people of our state and the future of our planet. We are responsible for all real estate activities, including acquisitions dispositions and leasing, managing over 100 transactions each year.

• We work with state agencies to create and manage forward-thinking, sustainable buildings to meet the needs of the Commonwealth's citizens and help achieve a zero-carbon future.
• We are partners with, and advisors to, fellow agencies to help them meet their strategic needs with fiscally responsible building and real estate solutions.
• We support the growth of the Commonwealth's economy and actively engage with private sector partners to make it easier to do business with the Commonwealth.
• We work to expand access, opportunity, and equity to create more inclusive services, planning and outcomes for all the citizens of the Commonwealth.

Position Summary:

DCAMM is looking for an attorney to join DCAMM's Office of the General Counsel (OGC). This team member will provide the highest quality legal advice to OGC to enable it to efficiently perform its statutory functions. This position seeks an experienced commercial real estate attorney for sophisticated multi-party complex transactions, including acquisition and disposition of Commonwealth real property, permitting and licensing and the certification of eligible contractors to perform work on public projects. This enables OGC to perform a critical and active role in developing and implementing DCAMM's policies with respect to all real estate, construction, certification and associated actions.

The Counsel III will be expected to draft high-quality agreements, memoranda, reports and other documents, and to negotiate the same in the best interest of the Commonwealth; work closely with members of DCAMM's senior staff to ensure that all actions of DCAMM are authorized by applicable laws, regulations and guidelines; respond to legislative and public requests and prepare briefings and other analyses; interact with appointed officials in the executive branch; be responsible for staying abreast of rapidly evolving legal issues, precedents, rulings and statutes impacting DCAMM's operations; and follow a hybrid work model that consists of both in-office and work from home days.

Detailed Statement of Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice, engage in negotiations and draft documents associated with a high volume of complex, commercial real estate acquisition and disposition transactions, which may include resolving title matters and deed restrictions.
• Provide legal advice, engage in negotiations, advise on deal structure and draft documents for the Public-Private Partnership team associated with the complex redevelopment of state assets (state office buildings, higher education campuses, health and human services campuses, etc.).
• Provide legal advice and draft documents associated with the procurement, amendment and resolution of disputes regarding the lease of space for the use of user agencies within the Commonwealth.
• Undertake legal research and prepare memoranda and other materials.
• Work on public presentations, attend public hearings and meet and coordinate with other agencies and appointed and elected officials across Massachusetts.
• Assist the General Counsel in providing strategic and overall management for all DCAMM projects.
• Respond to inquiries from municipal and elected officials and the executive branch (including the Governor's Office).
• Demonstrate the ability to work as a team member that may include members of other departments and outside agencies and municipal and state officials.
• Perform such other duties as may be required to assist the General Counsel and/or Deputy General Counsels.

Preferred Qualifications:

• This position requires a J.D. degree and Mass. Bar admission
• Experience in commercial real estate law (not residential years preferred
• Experience working on complex real estate transactions, including drafting and negotiations
• Experience working on complex leasing deals and negotiations
• Experience working on public private partnerships
• State and municipal permitting experience
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate the efforts of others under tight time constraints
• Knowledge of state laws and regulations
• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices involving negotiations
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days. 

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, admission to the Massachusetts Bar Association, and at least (A) six years of full-time, or equivalent part time, professional experience in the practice of law in a specialized area that is relevant to the assigned agency.  Based on assignment and supervisory responsibilities, three years in a supervisory capacity may be required. 

Incumbents may be required to have a current and valid Motor Vehicle Drivers License at a Class level specific to assignment.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.  Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.  Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100%25 of the job requirements.  We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.