Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesStrong communication and business writing skillsStrong interpersonal and relationship-building skillsSelf-motivated, able to handle simultaneous priority projects and meet established deadlinesHighly organized, detailed and capable of tracking projects in a systematic mannerStrong conflict resolution skillsKnowledge of common legal concepts, terms and practices related to the creation and management of leases and licenses and other forms of contractStrong negotiating skillsStrong working knowledge of City and/or State governmentExperience working with nonprofit organizationsAbility to handle matters with discretion, confidentiality, and empathyQualificationsEducation:Completion of a bachelor's degree with major course work in finance, business, or business law and/or an MBA or JD degree preferred. Job DescriptionPosition SummaryThe Director of Legal and Policy Affairs will provide leadership and guidance around various legal matters and transactions related to the department including leases and licenses; memorandums of understanding (MOU's), Right to Know requests and other pertinent documents related to real estate, earned revenue opportunities, lawsuits and partnerships involving PPR.