Region Legal Counsel

At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it’s our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the Country, and we are a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are the key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and safely each day. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. We are also a publicly traded company on the NYSE with the ticker symbol KNF and part of the S&P MidCap 400 index. Please consider joining our growing team today!

We are looking for an expert to be responsible for providing legal services for the Company’s business and operations in the Mountain region, which encompasses Idaho, Montana, and Wyoming. Responsibility for placing safety as #1 priority in day-to-day work routine for self and others is a must.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Juris Doctor (or equivalent) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in Idaho, Wyoming, or Montana.
• Three or more years of experience in the practice of law.

Preferred Requirements:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills in interacting with peers, management, and external parties.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex matters and meet deadlines.
• Excellent analytical skills and independent judgment.
• Experience in the practice of law in area(s) related to the Company’s business and operations.
• Proficiency with legal research and writing.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

1. Provide legal services in areas such as construction law, contracts, real estate and other business transactions, claims and litigation, labor and employment, environmental law, and legal compliance.
2. Assist the Chief Legal Officer in the supervision and coordination of outside counsel.
3. Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations and advise management accordingly.
4. Review legal matters that may impact the Company and perform other projects as assigned.

We are a drug free work environment requiring pre-employment and random drug testing. Subject to background check.

Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law.

Women, Veterans and Diversity are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply:
You may apply online at www.kniferiver.com/careers

If unable to apply online, mail completed application to:

5450 W Gowen Rd

Boise, Idaho 83709

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