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Summary

The Transportation Specialist, in collaboration with and in support of the firm’s strategic initiatives, supports the Transportation Practice Group by conducting gap analyses, developing client-facing materials, and performing regulatory research to support business development and client service. This role will also perform such work and perform such other duties as may be requested by members of the Transportation Practice Group.

  

Location

This position is located in our Washington, D.C. office and offers a hybrid work schedule.

  

Responsibilities 

Conducts regulatory and legal research on transportation issues across aviation, rail, maritime, and related technology, including certification, operations, and policy matters at the federal, state, and international levels.
Attends hearings, briefings, and meetings and reports on these both verbally and in written communications.
Researches, drafts, and edits written materials for partners, of counsel, associates, and clients (e.g., policy analysis and legislative/regulatory updates), including tracking and analyzing congressional and Executive action (bills, regulations, speeches, etc.).
Assists attorneys in cultivating relationships with clients and key client stakeholders, industry, and agency personnel.
Organizes large caseloads to ensure timely execution of tasks by attorneys.
Arranges and coordinates meetings with Transportation Agency leadership and staff for attorneys and clients.
Assists with preparation of practice-related materials.
Prepares materials (letters, documents) as requested by attorneys.
Conducts gap analyses and prepares client-facing materials.
Creates presentations for business development, marketing, and sales efforts.
Researches transportation regulatory issues and supports billable client work.
Other duties as assigned.

Desired Skills  

Have strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Knowledge of transportation regulatory processes and industry fundamentals. Strong research capabilities. Ability to work proactively and independently in a fast-paced environment. FACETS DLA Piper’s business professional competency framework, FACETS, or Framework for Achieving Competency Excellence and Team Success, provides clear performance area definitions and highlights the requisite skills expected for positions at each career development level. These competencies are based on position level and include technical skills for communication, strategic thinking and analytics, workflow management, and position expertise. Additional proficiencies include client centricity, high performance teaming, and managing self through exceptional management.

 

Minimum Education  

Bachelor's Degree in Political Science, Business, Law, or related discipline. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the degree requirement.

Minimum Years Of Experience 

1 year of working in a legislative environment and/or office environment.

Essential Job Expectations

While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to:  

  

Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.
Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner.
Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product.
Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required.
Foster positive work relationships.
Comply with all firm policies and practices.
Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed.
Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment.
Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.

  

Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.  

  

Physical Demands

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.  

  

Work Environment  

The individual selected for this position may have the opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement comprised of remote and in-office work, the requirement for which will be determined in coordination with the hiring manager or supervisor and may be modified in the firm’s discretion in the future.

Disclaimer  

The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties, requirements, and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firm’s discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment.

Application Process   

Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email.

Accommodation  

Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process, please contact careers@us.dlapiper.com.

Agency applications will not be considered.   

  

No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.  

The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $78,917 - $104,568 per year depending on the candidate’s geographic market location.

The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate’s experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).

DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Job applicant poster viewing center.

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