Attorney or Sr Attorney, Government Relations (Legal)

Position Title: Attorney or Sr Attorney, Government Relations (P3 or P4)*

*Grade level will be determined commensurate with experience.

Company Overview

Crown Castle is the nation's largest provider of shared communications infrastructure: towers, small cells and fiber. It all works together to meet unprecedented demand—connecting people and communities and transforming the way we do business. Whenever you make a call, track a workout or stream music and videos, we're the ones providing the communications infrastructure that makes it all possible. From 5G and the internet of things to drones, autonomous vehicles and AR/VR, we enable the technologies that help people stay safe, connected and ready for the future.   Crown Castle is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (CCI), is part of the S&P 500 and is one of the largest Real Estate Investment Trusts in the US.      

We offer a total benefits package and professional growth development for teammates in any stage of their career. Along with caring for our teammates, we're an active member in the communities where we live, work and do business. We have a responsibility to give back, which we do through our Connected by Good program. Giving back allows us to improve public spaces where people connect, promote public safety and advance access to education and technology.

Role

Provide concise and practical legal analysis and advice to internal clients regarding municipal and utility infrastructure access and attachment rights, state and federal rules and regulations, and network operations.  Advocate, negotiate, and educate other attorneys, policymakers, and officials.  Work well in a team environment and have experience in matters concerning access to municipal and utility infrastructure and law/rules/regulations concerning the same.

Responsibilities 

• Analyze, advise, and train internal clients on existing and emerging federal, state, and local issues impacting the deployment of telecommunications facilities in/on municipal and utility infrastructure in public rights-of-way.
• Review and analyze bills, rules, and regulations at the federal, state, and local levels.
• Draft comments on proposed rules and regulations.
• Support select cross-functional projects to improve our policy positions.
• Attend and/or support internal and external meetings designed to address legal or regulatory issues.
• Draft external correspondence.

Education/Certifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school
• Attorney's License.  Admitted in state where office is located, or able to gain admission or comply with applicable in-house counsel registration requirements.

Experience/Minimum Requirements

• A minimum of two (2) to five (5) or more years' experience working in a utility, planning, zoning, land use, or implementation capacity directly for a utility, telecommunications provider, government entity, or in private legal or consulting practice serving such entities; equivalent in a comparable industry or other relevant experience.
• Comfortable presenting complex material at a level appropriate to various audiences.

Expectations

• Excellent verbal and written communication with an ability to provide sound, clear legal advice to business partners.
• Strong problem-solving skills, judgment, and strategic thinking.
• Ability to analyze problems and propose a course of action.
• Litigation or litigation support experience.
• Telecommunications (including wireless) or related industry experience.
• Experience working with design and construction teams and/or preparing permit drawings and construction documents.
• Experience presenting and speaking in public and/or before governmental entities.
• Team player able to build effective relationships and operate autonomously with minimal administrative support.
• Ability to work independently, including with remote supervision, and manage multiple time-sensitive projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work with individuals of diverse background, personalities, and opinions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Working knowledge of MS Office.

Organizational Relationship

Reports to: Associate General Counsel, Government Relations

Title(s) of direct reports (if applicable): N/A

Work Plan: This role falls into our hybrid work model working in the office Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.  On Mondays and Fridays, teammates on the hybrid schedule will have the option to work from the office or home.  There is an expectation of collaboration with teammates and stakeholders for moments that matter that could require travel. 

The pay range offered for this position is 123,200-$212,300 annually. A candidate's offer is determined by various factors including but not limited to, depth of experience, role-related knowledge and skills, relevant education or training, internal alignment, and work location. Depending on the position offered, the compensation package may also include incentive compensation opportunities in the form of a discretionary annual cash bonus or commissions, and equity incentives. Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are able to enroll in our company's 401k plan. Employees will also receive a minimum of 18 days of paid time off each year and 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year.

If you are interested in joining our team, please visit the Crown Castle careers site (crowncastle.com/careers) to apply. We do not accept resumes from agencies, headhunters, or other third-party suppliers who have not signed a formal agreement with us. This position will remain posted until filled.

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