General Counsel

AK110
Anchorage Corporate Office
110 W 38th Ave
Anchorage, AK 99503, USA

Summary: The General Counsel’s primary objective is to advise the company about legal risk. The General Counsel must be aware of all transactions the company is engaged in, including those that are in their preliminary stages. This will ensure limited risk exposure to the bottom line, personnel and the company’s public image. Given the nature of Ahtna, Inc.’s business operations, the General Counsel is expected to be a subject matter expert on ANCSA, ANILCA, Corporate Governance, land protection and development, Alaska native hunting and fishing rights, customary and traditional hunting and fishing rights of Alaska Native peoples, government and nongovernment contracts, and employment law.

The General Counsel may oversee Risk Management, Ethics and Compliance, and will serve as a key member of Ahtna, Inc.’s Management Team, overseeing that organizational objectives are met.

Salary: $235,135-$299,797/year. Benefits: medical, dental, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) plan with a 3% match, paid time off, company‑paid holidays, and an annual performance bonus.

• Primary legal strategist for the President, CEO, Board of Directors and committees; partners with all company organizations to drive and meet business objectives.
• Provides legal counsel to senior management and the Board, preparing documents to support business‑oriented advice.
• Acts as advisor or coordinates on legal issues involving the organization’s government and regulatory compliance and risk management from the legal/business perspective.
• Subject matter expert on ANCSA, ANILCA, corporate governance, Alaska native hunting and fishing rights, government and nongovernment contracts, employment law, and land and resource management.
• Supports business development functions; manages contract review and risk management team, providing guidance, negotiation strategy and leadership for all revenue‑generating contracts and other agreements.
• Implements and enforces corporate compliance programs.
• Represents Ahtna, Inc. and its subsidiaries in legal briefings, hearings or court appearances as necessary.
• Assists with formation of new companies, drafting company policies, providing position papers, and drafting/reviewing legal agreements.
• Selects, develops, evaluates, and retains cost‑effective outside resources including outside legal counsel.
• Manages department within budget while delivering solid, innovative, timely results.
• Develops and delivers training on various issues.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• J.D. from an accredited law school.
  • Admitted to the Alaska Bar Association.
• A minimum of ten (10) years of experience as a licensed attorney.
  • A minimum of five (5) years of supervisory/management experience.
  • Expertise in ANSCA, ANILCA, Alaska native issues, land and resource management, hunting and fishing rights, shareholder relations, and corporate governance.
  • Experience drafting and negotiating contracts and litigation.

• Experience with government contracting, SBA 8(a) program, and construction operations.
• Experience and knowledge of Alaska Native cultures.

• Pursuant to PL 93‑638, preference will be given to qualified Ahtna Native Corporation Shareholders, Descendants, and Spouses in all phases of employment.

• Administration and Management – Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
• Analytical – Synthesizes complex or diverse information to assist in determining legal process requirements and developing best practices in workflow.
• Business Acumen – Understands business implications of decisions, displays orientation to profitability, demonstrates knowledge of market and competition, and aligns work with strategic goals.
• Delegation – Delegates work assignments, gives authority to work independently, sets expectations and monitors delegated activities.
• Interpersonal Communication – Excellent writing, email, texting,…