Negotiates and drafts patent agreements; prepares documents for filing and processing.
May work with both legal and product development teams to ensure proper filings. Must be registered to practice with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
| Job Title | Job Description | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | VP of Patent Prosecution | The VP of Patent Prosecution provides regulatory oversight and strategic guidance to ensure patents are defensible and align with the organization's vision, mission, and goals. Plans, leads, and oversees all patent-related activities for an organization. Being a VP of Patent Prosecution collaborates with senior leaders to understand objectives and prepare strategic plans for establishing or defending patents for an organization. Ensures patent processes comply with regulatory standards and that all activities adhere to organizational budgets. In addition, VP of Patent Prosecution monitors competitors and industry developments to identify potential infringements and violations. Demonstrates expertise in a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures. Requires registration with the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Requires a JD. May require admittance to a state bar. Typically reports to top management. The VP of Patent Prosecution manages a departmental function within a broader corporate function. Develops major goals to support broad functional objectives. Approves policies developed within various sub-functions and departments. Working as a VP of Patent Prosecution typically requires 8+ years of managerial experience. Comprehensive knowledge of the overall departmental function. |
| 2 | Patent Agent/Attorney I | The Patent Agent/Attorney I is responsible for preparing and filing patent applications and trademark registrations, litigating pending applications and registrations, and reporting possible violations. Determines potential of granting patents on inventions or trademarks, and monitors possibility of infringement. Being a Patent Agent/Attorney I requires a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and may require admittance to a state bar. Prosecutes violations of organization's registrations and/or patents. In addition, Patent Agent/Attorney I typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Being a Patent Agent/Attorney I work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Working as a Patent Agent/Attorney I typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. |
| 3 | Patent Agent/Attorney II | The Patent Agent/Attorney II is responsible for preparing and filing patent applications and trademark registrations, litigating pending applications and registrations, and reporting possible violations. Determines potential of granting patents on inventions or trademarks, and monitors possibility of infringement. Being a Patent Agent/Attorney II requires a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and may require admittance to a state bar. Prosecutes violations of organization's registrations and/or patents. In addition, Patent Agent/Attorney II typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Being a Patent Agent/Attorney II occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Working as a Patent Agent/Attorney II typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience. |
| 4 | Patent Agent/Attorney IV | The Patent Agent/Attorney IV is responsible for preparing and filing patent applications and trademark registrations, litigating pending applications and registrations, and reporting possible violations. Determines potential of granting patents on inventions or trademarks, and monitors possibility of infringement. Being a Patent Agent/Attorney IV requires a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and may require admittance to a state bar. Prosecutes violations of organization's registrations and/or patents. In addition, Patent Agent/Attorney IV typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Being a Patent Agent/Attorney IV work is highly independent. May assume a team lead role for the work group. A specialist on complex technical and business matters. Working as a Patent Agent/Attorney IV typically requires 7+ years of related experience. |
| 5 | Right of Way Certification Analyst | The Right of Way Certification Analyst researches, negotiates and elects to purchase short- and long-term lease of land agreements and right of way for construction that meet the organization's goals. Prepares organization's need for additional land or office space. Being a Right of Way Certification Analyst prepares resolutions and other legal forms related to land acquisitions. Handles all land related legal issues, including transfers of titles and deeds, construction, mortgage concerns, and zoning. In addition, Right of Way Certification Analyst may require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Being a Right of Way Certification Analyst contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. Work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Working as a Right of Way Certification Analyst typically requires 4 to 7 years of related experience. |
| Skills | Proficiency Level |
|---|---|
| Conceptual Thinking | Level 2 |
| Learning Agility | Level 2 |
| Attention to Detail | Level 3 |