Vice President and General Counsel Sky River

*Preferred: Active membership in the California State Bar.

The Vice President and General Counsel is responsible for providing legal counsel advice and representation on a diverse range of issues including but not limited to federal state and tribal gaming regulatory compliance employment law vendor contracting federal state and liquor regulatory compliance tort claims loss prevention and joint ventures with respect to Tribal addition to providing legal advice the Vice President and General Counsel provides policy guidance to senior management and other employees assists in determining solutions to legal/business problems and assists in developing business strategies to address business and regulatory objectives and policy.

• Learns and applies knowledge of the Tribes sovereignty jurisdiction and authority in all legal matters to all applicable job functions/duties of this role with the intent to protect promote respect and uphold.
• Studies statutes decisions and ordinances to interpret laws rulings and regulations for Sky River Casino.
• Monitors interprets and applies jurisdictional gaming regulations as necessary advising senior management of current and pending amendments or additions to legal issues.
• Examines legal data to determine advisability of defending or prosecuting lawsuit.
• Serves as an agent of the Company in various transactions including contracts lease agreements insurance infractions of governmental regulations and other matters.
• Represents the Company in litigation disputes arising from joint venture activities (e.g. breach of contract fiduciary duty claims and tort liability) and other legal proceedings.
• Identifies and advises on risks in joint ventures related to liability regulatory compliance and intellectual property.
• Ensures Company understands and fulfills fiduciary duties to joint ventures and other parties involved.
• Navigates conflicts of interest and maintains ethical standards in representation.
• Servs as a liaison between the Company and other joint venture parties government agencies and external counsel.
• Represents the Companys interests in negotiations public forums and strategic discussions.
• Advises department heads based on sound legal judgment.
• Prepares business contracts and administers other legal matters.
• Prepares various other agreements on behalf of the company including nondisclosure agreements real estate documents financing and outsourcing agreements.
• Researches legal questions and performs research as required.
• Manages an internal legal team providing guidance and support for their professional growth as well as annual performance reviews on a yearly basis.
• Drafts separation and employment agreements and handles other employment matters as needed.
• Maintains daily contact with guests and legal counsel representing guests regarding transactional agreements and other legal issues.
• Manages relationships with external counsel and legal consultants.

• Strictly adheres to all company policies and procedures at all times.
• Enforces internal policies as necessary.
• Maintains a current knowledge of programs promotions and all property and company activities.
• Displays a positive and productive attitude at all times with guests and Team Members.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Sky Rivers policies and applicable laws.
• Ensures the health safety and welfare of all Team Members and visitors within area of control.
• Ensures compliance with all relevant health and safety legislative requirements.
• Oversees all retail contracting including leasing subleasing etc.
• Oversees social and product compliance and environmental sustainability.
• Conducts internal monitoring and audits.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from accredited law school.
• 10 years of gaming law employee law and labor relations or related field experience with 5 years in a supervisory capacity required.
• Active membership in the California State Bar.
• Substantial experience as a practicing attorney preferably in a casino or hospitality-related industry.
• Experience in analyzing and addressing tribal sovereignty issues.
• Experience in representing parties in joint ventures and/or joint representation arrangements.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of energy and output.
• Ability to manage complex legal issues and provide practical solutions.
• Must have a comprehensive understanding of player tracking systems and complimentary guidelines consistent with normal industry standards.
• Commitment to guest service excellence and ethical conduct.
• Working knowledge of company internal controls and Policies and Procedures.

Additional Information :

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Boyd Gaming is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race color sex age national origin religion sexual orientation gender identity status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal state or local protected class.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time