Corporate Counsel

At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it’s our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the Country, and we are a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are the key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training, and time to do their jobs productively and safely each day. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. We are also a publicly traded company on the NYSE with the ticker symbol KNF and part of the S&P MidCap 400 index. Please consider joining our growing team today!

This position is responsible for providing legal services in the areas of labor and employment issues, employee benefit plan matters, and labor relations, representing the company in administrative and legal proceedings and complex negotiations. Work closely with human resources on investigations and risk mitigation as well as training and compliance matters. Responsible for placing compliance, integrity, and safety as priorities in day-to-day work routine for self and others.

Location: Bend, OR

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university acceptable to the company; and
• Juris Doctor (or equivalent) degree from an accredited law school acceptable to the company; and
• License to practice law in Oregon; and
• Minimum of five years' experience in the practice of law specializing in employment law and/or labor relations.
• May be required to maintain a valid driver's license.
  
  

Preferred Requirements

• Experience in the practice of law in area(s) related to the Company’s business and operations.
• Excellent human relations and communication skills in interacting with peers, management, and external parties.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines, both on an individual level and team commitments.
• Excellent analytical skills and independent judgment.
  
  

Job Duties And/or Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to internal team members and management of Knife River Corporation and its subsidiaries, including senior management and human resources professionals throughout the company.
• Provide legal services in such areas as employment law, employee benefit plan matters, labor relations, administrative proceedings, claims, training and compliance, and contracts.
• Conduct internal investigations in conjunction with leadership and human resources professionals.
• Supervise and coordinate the activities of outside counsel.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Qualified to undertake independent responsibility for assigned legal matters involving Knife River Corporation and its subsidiaries.
• Excellent human relations and communication skills in interacting with all team members at the company including peers, senior management, and external parties.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines, both on an individual level and team commitments.
• Excellent analytical skills and independent judgment.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of confidential and proprietary information.
  
  

How To Apply

Knife River Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law. Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

If unable to apply online, please mail completed application to:

Knife River Corporation

Box 5568

Bismarck, ND 58506