Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

POSITION SUMMARY:

We are looking for a smart and motivated law clerk to support our legal and risk loss team in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. Responsibilities will include drafting and reviewing correspondence and contracts under the guidance of Morrow's general counsel; review and analysis of controlled insurance program documents, insurance renewals and certificates of insurance; assessing customer and subcontractor compliance with Morrow’s insurance and risk management program; and assisting with the coordination of other legal and administrative matters with our internal and external partners. The successful candidate will possess the ability to work efficiently and independently and be able to manage high volumes of tasks and projects with guidance from the General Counsel as needed. We are looking for a candidate who pays great attention to detail, has great organization skills, and can switch gears as needed. Further, the successful candidate will have a high level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion in handling confidential information, as well as the ability to work well with people at all levels inside and outside the company. The successful candidate will work out of our corporate office in Salem, Oregon.

ABOUT US:

Morrow Equipment Company operates North America’s largest tower crane fleet with locations across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Since 1968, Morrow has focused exclusively on the tower crane and construction hoist industry.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Possess strong organizational and computer skills and have a high level of competency to
• read/write/speak English, review contracts and related documentation and communicate same with
• coworkers
• Constant mental alertness, accuracy, and attention to detail required
• Able to work independently, make decisions, and follow through on all assignments
• Be creative, use independent judgment, and organizational and problem-solving skills to determine best method to accomplish desired results
• Able to read and understand contract documents and insurance forms
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Problem analysis and resolution
• Able to effectively handle sensitive and confidential information
• Able to work effectively as part of a team
• Able to work well under pressure

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Document management
• Support Morrow General Counsel with contract management and organization
• Legal research on various risk, insurance, licensing and other subjects
• Request and review certificates of insurance and insurance program enrollment in accordance with Morrow’s insurance and risk program
• Provide backup support for various functions within the legal department and executive management

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

• Current law school student in good standing with ability to take and pass bar exam and become a licensed attorney in the State of Oregon after graduation.

Preferred but not required:

• Previous experience working in a construction and insurance risk management setting
• Previous experience with the construction industry
• Previous experience with insurance (including general liability insurance, workers’ comp, and commercial auto, among others)
• CRIS certification
• Working knowledge of claims and insurance coverage
• Working knowledge of standard CGL endorsements and standard ISO forms
• Working knowledge of contractual insurance and indemnity provisions

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES REQUIRED:

Average hours per week: 40 (normal work schedule).

Shift: Day shift only.

Tools or equipment used for this position and frequency of use: Various office equipment

Percentage of time during normal workday the employee is required to:

Sit – 60%

Stand – 10%

Walk – 10% Lift – 5%

Squat – 5%

Bend – 5%

Twist – 5%

Crawl – N/A

Kneel – N/A

Drive – N/A

Climb – N/A Reach over Shoulders-N/A

**All of these are required in various percentages that differ according to the assignment.

Weight required to be lifted each normal workday:

Not Required Occasional Frequently Continuously

0-10 lbs. X

10-20 lbs. X

20-35 lbs. X

35-50 lbs. X

50-75 lbs. X

75-100 lbs. X

Over 100 lbs. X

Describe and explain the lifting and carrying requirements. E.g.: the distance material is carried, how high material is lifted, etc.

Lifting: Occasional office supply order or incoming shipment.

Carrying distance: Various requirements according to project.

Repetitive use of hands:

Weight Frequency

Simple Grasping Normal 0-15 lbs. Occasionally

Pushing/Pulling Normal 0-15 lbs. Occasionally

Repetitive use of foot or feet in operating machine controls:

N/A

Sensory requirements (speech, vision, smell, touch, hearing):

All are required.

Environmental factors of each normal workday:

• Time spent: Inside - 8 hours, Outside - 0 hours
• Temperature: Normal indoor temp.
• Humidity: Normal
• Atmosphere: Fumes, Odors, Dust, Gas

These examples are not meant to be inclusive and management reserves the right to modify tasks within the job description to meet the needs of the Company.

Employees are expected to maintain a clean, safe and orderly workspace, assist co-workers whenever possible and work overtime when necessary. All Morrow employees are required to constantly work in a safe manner and comply with all Morrow safety policies.

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.

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