University General Counsel
University of La Verne
On-site
La Verne, California, United States
Job Description Summary
The University Vice President of Legal Affairs and General Counsel is the chief legal affairs officer of the University. This is an exciting career growth opportunity for a legal professional who is looking to support the growth of nationally recognized Hispanic-Serving Institution that values the social mobility of its students and the modernization of their education in keeping with the latest technology and pedagogy. The General Counsel provides legal advice to foster sound decision-making in all areas of operation, instruction, research and administration. The General Counsel provides overall strategic and ethical leadership and direction for all legal matters involving the University, including employment matters, California wage and hour laws, student affairs, education law, regulatory matters, risk assessment, compliance issues, contracts, construction, government relations, finance, and research and sponsored grants, and governance issues. The General Counsel selects, retains, and monitors the work of outside counsel on a case-by-case basis, for both risk prevention and litigation management purposes, and monitors attendant costs. The General Counsel reports directly to the President of the University and consults regularly with the President, Provost, Deans, Human Resources, Student Affairs, Title IX Office, and Board of Trustees. The General Counsel also advises on policy updates and policy development, investigations, and training programming to promote compliance and reduce legal and operational risks. A highly experienced paralegal reports to the position.
Minimum Qualifications
Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school Membership in good standing in the State Bar of California 5 years of experience as a practicing attorney in California with experience in California state and federal employment and civil rights law More or less years of experience may be required/accepted depending on strength and context of credentials and experience Significant legal experience in higher education Experience in risk management and assessment Demonstrated strong verbal communication skills Demonstrated strong written skills Demonstrated collaboration skills; ability to form and maintain professional relationships with internal and external partners; diligence; commitment to ethical problem-solving Demonstrated ability to gain trust and maintain confidentiality
Preferred Qualifications
Litigation experience Experience working in a private university setting Demonstrated ability to create and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse range of constituents such as the Board of Trustees, senior administrators, and faculty.
The University Vice President of Legal Affairs and General Counsel is the chief legal affairs officer of the University. This is an exciting career growth opportunity for a legal professional who is looking to support the growth of nationally recognized Hispanic-Serving Institution that values the social mobility of its students and the modernization of their education in keeping with the latest technology and pedagogy. The General Counsel provides legal advice to foster sound decision-making in all areas of operation, instruction, research and administration. The General Counsel provides overall strategic and ethical leadership and direction for all legal matters involving the University, including employment matters, California wage and hour laws, student affairs, education law, regulatory matters, risk assessment, compliance issues, contracts, construction, government relations, finance, and research and sponsored grants, and governance issues. The General Counsel selects, retains, and monitors the work of outside counsel on a case-by-case basis, for both risk prevention and litigation management purposes, and monitors attendant costs. The General Counsel reports directly to the President of the University and consults regularly with the President, Provost, Deans, Human Resources, Student Affairs, Title IX Office, and Board of Trustees. The General Counsel also advises on policy updates and policy development, investigations, and training programming to promote compliance and reduce legal and operational risks. A highly experienced paralegal reports to the position.
Minimum Qualifications
Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school Membership in good standing in the State Bar of California 5 years of experience as a practicing attorney in California with experience in California state and federal employment and civil rights law More or less years of experience may be required/accepted depending on strength and context of credentials and experience Significant legal experience in higher education Experience in risk management and assessment Demonstrated strong verbal communication skills Demonstrated strong written skills Demonstrated collaboration skills; ability to form and maintain professional relationships with internal and external partners; diligence; commitment to ethical problem-solving Demonstrated ability to gain trust and maintain confidentiality
Preferred Qualifications
Litigation experience Experience working in a private university setting Demonstrated ability to create and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse range of constituents such as the Board of Trustees, senior administrators, and faculty.