Senior General Counsel, Tort Litigation

•   Demonstrated knowledge of:

o    the common laws and the state and federal laws, particularly as they relate to the civil liability of political subdivisions in Pennsylvania.

o    judicial proceedings, the rules of civil procedure and of the rules of evidence. o     the principles, practices, methods and techniques of legal research.

o    the uses and capabilities of personal computers and their software applications including word processing, database management and spreadsheets.

•   Demonstrated ability to: 

   o analyze, organize and evaluate the evidence and procedures involving difficult and complex matters and to present such material in clear and logical form for written presentations such as memos, briefs, opinions, orders or decisions.

o    analyze legal documents and instruments.

o    draft legal instruments. 

o   successfully negotiate terms and conditions of agreements. 

o   manage a detail-oriented workload.

o    organize and prioritize workload during high pressure, high-volume workload periods. 

o   collaborate with colleagues and District clients.

o    exercise sound judgment, discretion and tact in the context of litigation and legal counseling.

o    handle matters outside areas of immediate familiarity.  

o   manage stress, and handle multiple concurrent tasks. 

o   maintain a sense of humor and camaraderie with colleagues.

o    review and process information through electronic systems throughout the workday.

o    express ideas effectively, both orally and in writing. 

o   establish and maintain effective working relationships.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. 

The School District of Philadelphia provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, age, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, disability, pregnancy, marital status, gender identity, or genetic information. Please refer to Board Policy 348 for further information regarding the District's commitment to Nondiscrimination in Employment Practices.