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University General Counsel

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University General Counsel

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  years of Practice as Attorney 
  • 5 years of litigation experience
  • More or less years of experience may be required/accepted depending on strength and context of credentials and experience
  • California and federal employment and civil rights law
  • Demonstrated excellent verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrated excellent 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:
  • Higher education legal knowledge and experience is strongly preferred 

Specific Duties:
Duty: Provides advice on legal matters, issues, and policies such as: 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. Consults regularly with the President, Provost, Deans, Human Resources, Student Affairs, Title IX Office, and Board of Trustees.
Percentage of Time: 25

Duty: Develops and implements an ethical vision and strategic plan for the University’s
Duty: legal services. Manages the Office of General Counsel. Establishes a clearly understood framework for legal policies within the Office of the General Counsel Supports the University’s functions and business through the delivery of legal support and guidance. Manages and oversees work of Office of General Counsel paralegal in tasks including responses to subpoenas and other requests for information.
Percentage of Time: 10

Duty: Reviews and advises on updates and development of university policies, procedures, and handbooks including drafts of new policies, procedures, and handbooks and advises administrators and faculty on the same. Identifies and manages legal risk consistent with university priorities defined by the Trustees, President, Cabinet Members and other senior leaders, human resources, administrators, faculty, and staff
Percentage of Time: 15

Duty: Selects, retains, and/or monitors the work of outside counsel on a case-by-case basis, for both risk prevention and litigation management purposes, and monitors attendant costs. Reports on and accounts to university administration for all claims/litigation asserted against or otherwise involving the University and its employees. In this capacity, and while representing the interests of the University, works closely with the University’s insurance carrier’s representatives and adjusters. Manages insurance reporting in conjunction with Office paralegal and University Risk Manager.
Percentage of Time: 15

Duty: Provides counsel to administrators and faculty regarding proposed or existing University contracts; provides for review of University contracts. Maintains University licensing, trademark, and copyright agreements.
Percentage of Time: 10

Duty: Functions as an integral partner within the senior leadership team. Reports all essential legal matters and issues to the Board of Trustee’s at their quarterly meetings. The position is also expected to work with and coordinate with any Ad-Hoc committees created by the Board of Trustees.
Percentage of Time: 10

Duty: Collaborates and helps coordinate with various campus departments to ensure the University operates within the appropriate legal governance framework; to provide training and training materials on legal issues to appropriate constituencies when education is helpful to maintain or further University objectives; to educate, advise, and counsel faculty, staff and students to reduce
Duty: or transfer risks.
Percentage of Time: 10

Duty: Partners with Office of Strategic Communication to ensure consistent messaging when representing the University to the public.
Duty: Other matters as assigned by the President.
Percentage of Time: 5

Salary Range
Maximum: $238,482
Minimum: $188,515

Benefits Summary:
Applicants, please note that actual compensation is determined by several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, certifications, relevant education or training, and specific work location, among others. The offered wage or salary is only one aspect of an employee’s total compensation

Benefits include a comprehensive health and wellness plan, tuition remission program for employee, spouse, and dependent children, a generous contribution to the University’s 403B retirement plan, and a generous time off plan.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion and clearance of a background check and employment verification.

Location: La Verne Main Campus
Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes

To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: http://laverne.edu

Institutional Profile
Located in Southern California, the University of La Verne offers a distinctive and relevant educational experience to a diverse population of students, preparing them for successful careers and a commitment to lifelong learning across the liberal arts and professional programs. The academic units of the not-for-profit university include the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Business and Public Management, the LaFetra College of Education, and the College of Law. The university offers both undergraduate and graduate programs, including degree programs tailored for working adults. The university's central campus is located 30 miles east of Los Angeles in the historic Old Town section of La Verne, a city with a population of approximately 35,000 at the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains. The university also has eight regional campuses throughout California and the College of Law campus in Ontario, California. The university is classified as a Carnegie Doctoral Institution with moderate research activity. Core values are reflected throughout all curricular and co-curricular programs, its emphasis on close professor-student interaction, personal support of its students, and its diversity.

The University of La Verne prides itself in being reflective of the diversity of Southern California. Approximately 80 percent of its nearly 8,500 students come from diverse backgrounds and the U.S. Department of Education has designated the university as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). With 80,000 alumni, the university fulfills a critical community function in educating students from underserved populations, many of whom are the first generation in their family to attend college.

The University of La Verne is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employment or employees on any basis prohibited by state and federal law. University of La Verne hires and promotes individuals based on their qualifications and is consistent with applicable state and federal laws, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, disability, medical condition a or sexual orientation






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About University of La Verne

The University of La Verne is a private not-for-profit university located in La Verne, California, United States, about 35 miles east of Los Angeles.

Founded in 1891, the university is composed of the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Business and Public Management, the LaFetra College of Education, the College of Health and Community Well-Being, and the College of Law, eight regional campuses throughout Southern California, and robust online offerings. Scholastic opportunities abound, thanks to more than 50 undergraduate programs, more than 20 master’s degrees, five doctorates, and six credential programs.

Across all of the colleges, La Verne’s approximately 6,000 traditional age and adult learners help make the federally-designated Hispanic-Serving Institution one of the most diverse universities in the nation. Nearly half of the traditional undergraduates are first-generation students – the first in their immediate families to attend college. More than 70 percent of University of La Verne students receive some form of financial aid.

The university is also a pioneer in adult education, offering accelerated programs for adult learners at the La Verne Campus, regional campuses, and online.

University of La Verne is dedicated to the belief that a quality, values-based education enriches the human condition by engendering community engagement, scholarly accomplishment, and professionalism. Along with encouraging diversity, the university focuses on the individual as evidenced by its small class sizes. Professors are personally engaged and committed to helping students achieve their academic and professional goals.

 


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