The Office of General Counsel manages the legal affairs of the University, including providing legal advice, managing litigation and legal risk, contract drafting and review, compliance oversight, policy development and oversight, and preventative law initiatives. The Associate General Counsel supports the General Counsel in providing counsel in all areas of the University, including issues relating to the employment law, procurement and student affairs. Acts in the absence of the Deputy General Counsel; supports the Office of General Counsel in providing legal advice and services to the University officers and administrators, including the President, vice presidents, deans and other senior managers; drafts, reviews, negotiates, and/or approves contracts and agreements regarding legally compliant substance and form; performs legal research and analysis; supports and maintains the University-wide policy system; engages in litigation preparation and support in the interests of the University and its mission in adverse actions; fulfills the obligations of the Office of the General Counsel relating to community advisory boards and ANCs. Cover letters are requested.
The projected salary pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is: $115,000 - $175,000 depending on experience.
J.D. Degree and a minimum of five (5) years of experience is strongly preferred. Experience should include work in private practice in areas relating to litigation, employment, commercial matters and regulatory matters. Member in good standing of a state bar association. Demonstrated research and writing ability. Knowledge of one or more of the following: employment, health, higher education, corporate governance, real estate, endowment, privacy, legal compliance. Experience in general legal knowledge and ability to advise clients; knowledge of state, local and foreign law; ability to assemble and lead cross-disciplinary teams.