Associate General Counsel
University of Georgia Athens, GA Full-Time
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Classification Title Attorney FLSA Exempt Job Family Administrative Personnel FTE 1.00 Minimum Qualifications
Terminal degree required. Additional professional licensure and/or certification in the field may be required.
Preferred Qualifications
The successful applicant should have a J.D. degree from an accredited law school, strong academic credentials, and be admitted or immediately eligible for admissions to practice law in the State of Georgia.
Applicants for this position should have a minimum of seven years of experience relevant to higher education law (applicants with less experience may apply for the open Assistant General Counsel position here: [ Link removed ] - Click here to apply to Associate General Counsel />
Successful candidate should live or be willing to promptly relocate to the Athens area.
Position Summary
This position is one of six attorneys in the University of Georgia's Office of Legal Affairs, the University's in-house legal counsel. Reporting directly to the General Counsel, attorneys in the office provide legal advice and counseling to the University through its administrators, faculty, and staff in the course of their duties on behalf of the University.
In addition to providing legal counseling to the University on a wide variety of legal issues, other areas of responsibility for the Office of Legal Affairs include administration of the University's grievance and dispute resolution procedures, policy interpretation, contract review, and - in conjunction with the Attorney General - management of actual or threatened litigation in which the University is involved.
Each attorney in the office has direct responsibility for specific substantive areas and units. Areas of responsibility sometimes change to meet the needs of the unit and institution.
Associate General Counsel positions are intended for attorneys with 7+ years of experience. Associate General Counsels are expected to work with an extremely high level of independence, providing counsel to assigned units with little oversight by the General Counsel. Associate General Counsels are also expected to represent the Office of Legal Affairs and the General Counsel on committees, in meetings with top UGA and USG officials, and in coordination with the Attorney General's Office. Subject matter expertise and close working relationships with assigned units are required of Associate General Counsels, as well as sensitivity to emerging and complex issues.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
* Excellent oral and written communication skills.
* Plan and manage a variety of tasks.
* Work effectively with diverse constituents in a large public institution.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; and sound judgment.
Physical Demands
* Sitting, walking/moving.
Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Is this a Position of Trust? No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Advice and counseling to assigned units.
Percentage of time 80 Duties/Responsibilities
Other duties assigned by General Counsel
Percentage of time 20
Contact Information
Recruitment Contact
Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Lindsay Smith Recruitment Contact Email [ Email address blocked ] - Click here to apply to Associate General Counsel Recruitment Contact Phone
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* * Do you have a J.D. degree from an accredited law school?
* Yes
* No
* * Have you been admitted or are you immediately eligible for admission to practice law in the State of Georgia?
* Yes
* No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
* Resume/CV
* Cover Letter
* List of References with Contact Information
Optional Documents
Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact University HR ([ Email address blocked ] - Click here to apply to Associate General Counsel ).
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.
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