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  • Attorney
    Attorney
    4 days ago
    $81029–$138421 yearly
    Full-time
    Woodbridge, Woodbridge Township

    The New Jersey Turnpike Authority (NJTA) is a state agency responsible for maintaining the New Jersey Turnpike and the Garden State Parkway - two of the busiest toll roads in the United States. The NJTA is dedicated to the safe and efficient movement of people and goods along their toll roads. Every day, the Authority’s highways provide the safest, quickest, and most convenient routes for hundreds of commuters, truckers, and recreational travelers. OUR MISSION: We are committed to constantly improving the safety, technology, and resiliency of our toll roadway systems through sound fiscal policy and maintaining an excellent state of good repair that promotes the connectedness of our customers across the state and region. POSITION: The NJTA is currently seeking applications for a Litigation Attorney position in our Law department located at our Woodbridge, NJ headquarters building. RESPONSIBILITIES: Serve as in-house litigation management counsel for the New Jersey Turnpike Authority (the “Authority”). 1. Assist the Director of Law in provision of legal advice to commissioners, departments and division heads and other Authority personnel on legal questions related to litigation matters. 2. Manage and supervise a broad range of litigation matters including contract disputes, personal injury and tort actions, regulatory and compliance actions, insurance coverage, real estate and property-related litigation and employment-related litigation. 3. Develop litigation strategies in collaboration with the Law Department and outside counsel to protect the interests of the Authority. 4. Oversee outside litigation counsel to ensure cost-effective, efficient and high-quality representation. 5. Review and analyze pleadings, motions, and discovery responses for accuracy and strategic alignment. 6. Advise the Director of Law and the Law Department on potential litigation risks, possible exposure, settlement and resolution options. 7. Monitor the progress of litigation cases, oversee budgets and timelines, and facilitate communication between outside counsel and other Authority departments to ensure prompt and efficient resolution. 8. Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations and internal policies throughout litigation processes. 9. Prepare updates, status reports, and recommendations for the Director of Law and other Law Department team members regarding litigation status and risk management. 10. Represent the Authority in litigation as assigned by the Director of Law. 11. Prepare legal documents as required, including position papers on litigation matters. 12. As assigned by the Director of Law, provide legal services in conjunction and coordination with Authority retained outside counsel and other retained law firms and oversee and track litigations as directed. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, or requirements for the job. Management reserves the right to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school. 2. Licensed to practice law and in good standing in the State of New Jersey. 3. Minimum of seven (7) years of business or commercial litigation experience, including significant supervisory or management responsibilities. 4. Strong knowledge of New Jersey civil procedure, discovery, evidence and trial preparation. 5. Excellent organizational, analytical, negotiation and communication skills. 6. Must be proficient in LexisNexis, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office 365, and State and Federal e-filing systems; experience with case management software platforms (i.e., Legal Files) is highly preferred. 7. Ability to manage multiple cases and priorities in a fast-paced office environment. 8. Prior in-house experience or experience managing outside counsel is highly preferred. 9. Must possess a valid New Jersey driver’s license. BENEFITS & PAY: This position will be located at the headquarters building, located in Woodbridge, NJ. Toll-free commutation is available for employee travel to and from work on the NJ Turnpike and Garden State Parkway. This position is represented by AFSCME Local 3914. Members will receive an annual increment (PIP) to their base salary per the guidelines of the CBA. All Local 3914 NJTA full time employees are also entitled to participate in the following benefits per the guidelines of the collective bargaining agreement: Medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance on first day of employment; Enrollment in the NJ Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) if eligible; PERS Life Insurance and PERS Supplemental Life Insurance; Group Life Insurance; Worker’s Compensation Insurance; 457(b) Deferred Compensation plan; Time off including holidays, vacation, sick, personal, leaves of absence, and other pre-approved days after applicable waiting periods. This position is eligible for flex time hours upon meeting the requirements outlined in the Authority’s policy and at the Authority’s ultimate discretion. Additionally, this position is eligible for telework upon meeting the requirements outlined in the Authority’s policy, such as performance expectations and applicable waiting periods, and at the Authority’s ultimate discretion. Flex time and Telework is not guaranteed. Prospective public employees should be aware that the New Jersey First Act requires employees of all public authorities to reside in the State of New Jersey unless otherwise exempted under the law. The NJTA is an equal opportunity employer.

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  • NICET construction inspector - resident engineer- office engineer
    NICET construction inspector - resident engineer- office engineer
    23 days ago
    $100000–$150000 yearly
    Full-time
    Somerset, Franklin Township

    Vanguard Resolve LLC is a certified MBE/SBE firm specializing in project controls, risk intelligence, claim resolution, and construction professionals for major infrastructure projects. We’re expanding our team to provide expert Construction Engineering & Inspection (CEI) services on NJDOT roadway, bridge, highway, and infrastructure contracts, as well as New Jersey Turnpike Authority (NJTA)initiatives. Join for steady, high-profile state-funded work with strong professional growth in a supportive environment. Key Responsibilities: • Perform on-site inspection and oversight of roadway, bridge, paving, drainage, structures, utilities, and related construction activities, • Ensure compliance with NJDOT/NJTA specifications, plans, Rainbow Book procedures, MUTCD, work zone safety, and contract documents, • Conduct materials testing (e.g., concrete per ACI standards), daily reporting, quantity take-offs, traffic control monitoring (TCC), and quality assurance, • Collaborate with contractors, NJDOT/NJTA engineers, and project teams, • 2–10+ years of relevant highway/roadway/bridge construction inspection experience (NJDOT/NJTA preferred), • Certifications (strongly preferred/required, especially for senior and RE roles):, • ACI (Concrete Field Testing Technician Grade I or higher), • TCC (Traffic Control Coordinator – Rutgers CAIT or equivalent), • NJSAT/SAT (New Jersey Site Acceptance Test certification), • NICET Level II–IV in Highway Construction (highly desirable), • OSHA 10/30-Hour Construction Safety, • Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for field assignments, • Strong knowledge of NJDOT standards, work zone safety protocols, and construction documentation, • Excellent attention to detail, communication, and report-writing skills, • Direct prior experience on NJDOT or NJTA projects, • Additional certifications: NECEPT, NACE, HAZMAT, or related, • Opportunity to work on prestigious transportation infrastructure projects with long-term stability, • Competitive compensation and overtime opportunities based on experience and role, • Supportive team focused on safety, professional development, and career advancement

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  • APEX Athlete
    APEX Athlete
    2 months ago
    $17.5 hourly
    Part-time
    Sayreville

    Job post summary Pay: $700.00 per week Job description: East Brunswick, NJ 4/13/2026 - 4/17/2026 Freehold, NJ 4/13/2026 - 4/17/2026 & 4/20/2026 - 4/24/2026 Assume all work days are 8hrs+, 7-4pm, and be available for more work (also be available for up to 3 weeks, you could work both locations). ATHLETE (TEAM MEMBER) - Overview As an Apex Athlete, you will go into New Jersey area Elementary Schools & Middle Schools for 2 - week periods to inspire kids through key leadership, character, fitness & kindness lessons facilitating ridiculously effective hassle-free fundraising programs (Apex Fun Run, Apex Glow Run, Apex Remix, Apex Obstacle Course, Color Battle & Anython). The program is a leadership-driven and fitness promoting fundraiser which includes teacher huddles, pep rallies, class lessons, prize delivery, Recess time, Event Day (Fun Run, Remix, Color Battle, Thon…) and recap day. RESPONSIBILITES:  Serve Teachers and Administrators while striving to make their jobs easier.  Inspire Kids by being an excellent role model always.  Teach Leadership Lessons and interact with students during class, lunch, recess and PE.  Set up and tear down equipment needed for each aspect of the program. MUST-HAVES:  Strong Character, Leadership and Integrity  A clean background check  Experience and ability to connect with kids and lead by example  You always show up early everywhere you go ready to roll up your sleeves and contribute  Reliable transportation QUALIFICATIONS: You love helping kids Someday you would like to have kids of your own, but in the meantime, you will surround yourself by as many as you can in class or camp setting. Your patience is immeasurable, and you never lose your cool. You realize that kids look up to you and your goal is to constantly inspire them to be the best they can be not only in your words, with your daily actions too! You love inspiring and building future leaders! You get things done You are half human, half machine. You follow through on every task, no matter how big or small. You don’t like to let people down and you understand the importance of staying on schedule. “That’s not My JOB”, is not part of your vocabulary. You communicate You keep everyone in the know so that they job gets done efficiently and effectively. You know when to ask for help, when to listen, and when to speak up. You’re known for your fun professionalism. You are the most reliable person you know Job Types: Part-time, Contract, Temporary, Seasonal Benefits: On-the-job training Work Location: In person

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