Associate General Counsel

Compensation Grade:

S24

Salary Range:

$140,932.00-$225,491.00

Opening Date:

May 29, 2026

Closing Date:

June 20, 2026

Please Note: All job announcements close at 11:59 p.m. of the day before the posted closing date.

As Associate General Counsel, you will render authoritative legal advice on complex issues to all levels of Airports Authority management. Performs detailed legal analysis in a variety of specific assignments, with an emphasis on construction, real property easements, leases and licenses, contracts, environmental laws and regulations, and associated airport-related regulatory matters.

Serves in the Office of General Counsel at the Airports Authority’s Headquarters.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES 

Provides day-to-day legal advice, analysis, and creates documentation regarding Airports Authority policies, regulations, authorities, and orders as they relate to construction, contracts, real property easements, leases and licenses, environmental laws and regulations, and associated airport-related regulatory matters.

Negotiates and drafts various legal documents, including leases, licenses, easements, permits, memoranda of understanding, requests for proposals, and contracts.

Prepares legal memoranda on issues related to the Airports Authority's activities.

Analyzes regulations, policy documents, reports, and correspondence for legal sufficiency and to protect the Airports Authority’s interest.

Manages and cooperates with outside counsel representing the interests of the Airports Authority.

Supports the Airports Authority staff regarding legal issues arising under easements, leases, licenses, and contracts, including contract administration, enforcement, and resolution of disputes through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, or litigation.

Prepares and presents resolutions, memoranda, briefing materials, and other supporting documents relative to various items before the Airports Authority Board of Directors for action.

Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Nine (9) years of progressively responsible experience in the practice of law in the United States.

Knowledge of and skill in at least two of the following areas of law: environmental, real property, real estate, construction, public procurement, airport-related regulatory matters, or contracts.

Ability to draft and review contracts and procurement documents, and provide legal advice related to contract administration and enforcement.

Strong analytical skills to dissect complex legal or transactional documents, identify potential issues, and offer practical and effective solutions.

Ability to conduct legal research and draft clear, well-reasoned legal documents.

Strong written and oral communication skills, with emphasis on negotiation and persuasive techniques, and experience in effectively communicating with and making presentations to executive management.

Skill in using computers and modern office and legal research software.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Membership in the Virginia Bar.

Specialized professional legal experience working with public sector organizations governed by a board of directors or other governing body.

EDUCATION

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES REQUIRED

State driver’s license in good standing.

Membership in the Virginia Bar or the ability to secure admission within six months of hire, promotion, or placement in the job.

NECESSARY SPECIAL FACTORS

Membership in the Virginia Bar must be maintained.

Word is typically reviewed in progress and upon completion for quantity, quality, timeliness, teamwork, customer service, and other factors.

May be subject to job pressures from adversarial circumstances and tight deadlines.

May be required to travel to other cities.

May be subject to adverse weather conditions and operational environments when visiting airport facilities; personal protective equipment may be required.

Required to complete periodic legal education to remain current with changing laws.

WHAT WE OFFER

A career with the Airports Authority comes with more than just a paycheck; it offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family’s health, financial security, and professional growth. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; well-being resources; health savings and flexible spending accounts; pension and retirement plans; and ongoing training and development opportunities. Discover more about our benefits package here.

A background security investigation will be required for all new hires.

Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer.| Follow us on Twitter @MWAAcareers.