Attorney, Trust Lands Administration

• Negotiating and drafting documents in support of real estate development transactions, including leases, purchase and sale agreements, easements and patents.
• Advising TLA's business groups (whose work involved real estate development, energy projects, and surface leasing and sales) on a variety of matters, including existing contractual rights and obligations, land use and development issues, statutory and regulatory requirements, and procurement matters.
• Representing the agency and the Board of Trustees in matters appealed to the Board of Trustees.
• Working with the business groups to ensure compliance with applicable administrative rules and to revise those rules as needed.

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing of the Utah Bar or active membership in good standing of another state bar and eligible for admission by motion into the Utah Bar pursuant to Rule 14-705.
• An interest in real property issues.
• Background in transactional matters involving land.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

• At least five years' experience as an attorney advising on and drafting documents for real estate or natural resource transactions.
• Experience in land use and zoning law.
• Experience in natural resources law.
• Litigation experience.
• Familiarity with environmental law.

Why You Should Join Our Team

• Great Company Culture.  The Trust Lands Administration attracts and retains the best in the industry because we offer more than just competitive salaries.  Trust Lands professionals know they are serving a higher purpose because their work improves the lives of Utah students.
• Telework. Up to two days per week of telework possible.
• Work that Stays at Work.  Genuine work/life balance. 
• Rest and Relaxation.  Earn 4 hours of paid time off and 4 hours of sick leave every pay period.
• Health Benefits.  Medical with HSA and FSA options, dental, and vision. https://gateway.utah.gov/benefits/
• Prepare for the Future.  Pension or 401(k) options.  State matches up to $26 per paycheck into your 401k on top of what you will already be receiving.

• A Juris Doctorate is required.
• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.
• Where statute mandates, active membership in the Utah State Bar.
• Completion of criminal background check.