What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate General Counsel position at Broward College?
Job Profile Summary
Under the direction of the General Counsel, the Associate General Counsel provides legal support on matters arising from the College’s operations. This role advises administrators, faculty, and staff on legal risk, compliance with federal and state laws, and College policies and procedures. Responsibilities include drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts and legal documents; and managing the contract review and tracking process.
The Associate General Counsel oversees the College’s response to public records requests, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and timelines. The role also supports ongoing contract management efforts, including advising on risk mitigation and providing legal insight during contract development and negotiation.
Additional duties include monitoring and advising on compliance with regulatory requirements, analyzing legal implications of new or revised policies, and drafting and implementing College policies and procedures. The position collaborates with departments across the institution to align practices with legal standards and institutional goals and maintains up-to-date knowledge of laws impacting higher education. This role also provides guidance on student-related matters such as policy interpretation, investigations, and compliance processes.
Minimum Requirements:
- Law degree from an accredited law school.
- Member in good standing with the Florida Bar.
- Three or more years of legal experience.
- Strong understanding of Florida’s Sunshine Law and public records requirements.
- Experience with contract management software such as Cobblestone preferred.
- Law Review or journal experience preferred.
Our Culture – At Broward College, our leaders embody a culture of competence, care, character, composure, and courage. We prioritize serving each other and our students through high-quality guidance, mutual respect, resilience, and fair, thoughtful decision-making, all while upholding the values of integrity, transparency, and honesty.
Salary Range:
$100,000 - $125,000 (Salary commensurate with education and experience)
Salary : $100,000 - $125,000
