The Director of Legal Services/General Counsel at NTMWD will manage all legal services, oversee outside counsel, and ensure compliance with local government law while collaborating with executives and the Board.
Are you a seasoned legal professional with the expertise to manage a broad range of complex legal issues while guiding a high-performing organization? If so, apply to be the North Texas Municipal Water District’s next Director of Legal Services/General Counsel! We’re looking for an exceptional legal strategist who is:
• Skilled in navigating local government law, compliance, and regulatory matters
• Experienced in managing outside counsel and legal budgets
• A collaborative leader who can engage with an executive team and Board of Directors
The North Texas region, home to more than 8 million people, is one of the fastest-growing areas in the nation. NTMWD is headquartered in Wylie, Texas, on the eastern side of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex. The North Texas Municipal Water District is governed by a 25-member Board of Directors appointed by its 13 Member Cities. Executive Director/General Manager Jenna Covington, P.E., leads daily operations with nearly 1,000 employees and an $800M+ operating budget. Board members bring expertise in law, banking, engineering, construction, education, and civic leadership, ensuring collaborative oversight of the District’s services.
Reporting to the Executive Director/General Manager, the Director of Legal Services/General Counsel manages and coordinates all legal services for the District, with primary responsibility for overseeing relationships with external legal counsel and ensuring that legal matters are addressed efficiently and cost-effectively. The ideal candidate will be an intelligent, politically astute, and emotionally intelligent leader with a full breadth of legal knowledge across water, wastewater, and solid waste operations.
Required qualifications for this position include:
• Licensed to practice law in Texas, or ability to obtain Texas State Bar within three months of hire
• Doctor of Jurisprudence (JD) from an accredited law school
• Minimum 15 years of legal experience, with at least 5 in Texas local government law
• Experience managing outside counsel
Preferred qualifications include:
• Experience negotiating legal fees and managing budgets
• Direct experience advising a water district, municipal utility, or city council
• Proven ability to develop legal processes and training programs
• Strong record of collaboration with executive teams and governing boards
The salary range for this position is ±$200,000 depending on experience and qualifications.
Director of Legal Services/General Counsel Position – Open Until Filled. Applications Are Under Review. Don’t Wait. Apply Today! Applicants will be evaluated and moved through the selection process as applications are received.
For more information on this position, contact:
Marsha Reed, Senior Vice President
[email protected] | 806-789-9641
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