Assistant General Counsel

Salary: $119,300.00 - $179,000.00 Annually
Location : Las Vegas, NV
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: LVLG2002_111423
Department: Legal
Opening Date: 11/14/2023
*Note - Semi-remote work may be considered.
The Role:
Under the direction of the General Counsel, the Assistant General Counsel will handle various legal matters to protect the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) and further its mission to attract both leisure and business travelers to the Las Vegas destination.
What You'll Accomplish:

• Contract Administration: Review, negotiate, and approve as to form all terms and conditions. Consult with LVCVA staff on business terms, advise on potential business risks, and ensure compliance with Laws.

• Litigation: Process personal injury claims related to the Las Vegas Convention Center. Submit claims to the LVCVA's general liability insurer, assess possible indemnification opportunities, and assist insurance defense counsel with discovery requests. Attend depositions as necessary.

• Marketing Division: Review, negotiate, and approve as to form proposed sponsorship agreements, advertising contracts, and event contracts.

• Business Sales Division: Consult with the business sales team regarding terms and conditions of show leases within the Las Vegas Convention Center and negotiate and approve as to form all show leases.

• Perform any other responsibilities as assigned by the General Counsel.

What We're Looking For

• Nevada State Bar membership, with no disciplinary actions
• Knowledge, interpretation, and application of various Federal, State, and local law principles and practices (i.e., Government Law, Administrative Law, Employment Law, Worker's Compensation, etc.)
• Ability to manage complex projects independently
• Ability to review and compile documents for accuracy, compliance and completeness
• Preference for thinking creatively and generating new ways to solve problems with receptiveness to new or alternative ideas
• Strong attention to detail, thoroughness, and accuracy
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills providing the ability to communicate effectively with diverse groups
• Ability to support and respect the various cultural and ethnic values, behaviors, beliefs, and attitudes of a diverse workplace
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.

The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the LVCVA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at
MANAGEMENT-CLASS BENEFITS
Your total compensation at the Authority includes not only your salary, but also the following benefits. These benefits increase your total compensation from 30 to 40 percent.
NEVADA PERS RETIREMENT PROGRAM

• 100% employer paid

NO SOCIAL SECURITY TAXES WITHHELD
INSURANCE - 100% Employer Paid

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Rx (employee and dependents)
• Life Insurance - $15,000 plus an amount equal to your annual base salary up to a max of:
  • $200,000 for Sr. Director and Director
  • $150,000 for Sr. Manager and Manager

Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance

VOLUNTARY INSURANCE - 100% Employee Paid

• Life Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA & Dependent Care FSA)
• Pet Insurance

PERSONAL TIME OFF (PTO)
HOLIDAYS

• 13 per year, includes birthday

DEFERRED COMPENSATION (IRS section 457)
ANNUAL MERIT INCREASE - July

• Ambassadors are eligible for an increase to base pay based on achievement of performance measures.

ANNUAL PERFORMANCE INCENTIVE

• Ambassadors are eligible for a performance bonus based upon achievement of goals and successes.

OTHER

• Employee Assistance Program
• Education Assistance

NOTE: Benefits subject to change based on the discretion of management.
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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. "See Resume" is not a substitute for any of the required employment history fields in the application process.Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully, thoroughly and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?

• Yes
• No

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Are you a member of the Nevada State Bar, with no disciplinary actions?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have knowledge, interpretation, and application of various Federal, State, and local law principles and practices (i.e., Government Law, Administrative Law, Employment Law, Worker's Compensation, etc.)

• Yes
• No

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Are you able to review and compile documents for accuracy, compliance and completeness?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience, and are you able to consult with LVCVA staff on business terms, advise on potential business risks, and ensure compliance with Laws?

• Yes
• No

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Are you able to process personal injury claims related to the LVCC, and submit claims to the LVCVA's general liability insurer, including assessing possible indemnification opportunities, and assist insurance defense counsel with discovery requests?

• Yes
• No

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Have you, and are you able to attend depositions as necessary?

• Yes
• No

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Have you, and are you able to review, negotiate, and approve as to form proposed sponsorship agreements, advertising contracts, and event contracts?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience, and are you able to consult with internal teams and approve terms and conditions of show leases for the LVCC?

• Yes
• No

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What is your preferred legal research platform (i.e., Westlaw, Lexis, Bloomberg Law, etc.)?
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What is your desired salary for this role?
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I have reviewed the attached job description. I understand its provisions, and I attest I am able to:•Perform the essential job functions and responsibilities with or without a reasonable accommodation•Meet the position, customer service and safety expectations of the roleFurther, I agree I possess the expected competencies outlined in the job description necessary to be successful in the position.

• Yes
• No

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