Associate Counsel (Open)

Under direct supervision when required and otherwise under general direction of the General Counsel or designee, provide legal advice and representation to clients of Schools Legal Service. Incumbents in this job classification work on more general or routine legal matters under the general supervision and guidance of the General Counsel or other more senior attorneys. This classification is distinguished from the Senior Associate Counsel classification by the lesser complexity and sensitivity of most projects assigned and the increased degree of supervision. PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS The successful candidate must be an active member of the California State Bar and a graduate of an accredited law school. Administrative law or education law coursework or experience is helpful but not required. PREPARATION AND EXPERIENCE Six (6) months of prior experience as an attorney representing clients in public or private practice. Experience as a paralegal or law clerk may be substituted for time in practice as an attorney. The candidate should have excellent oral and written communication and advocacy skills and be able to work under pressure and prioritize time deadlines. The position requires travel to the various member school districts in Kern, Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, Tulare, Inyo, Mono, and northern Los Angeles counties.” Required documents:

Salary : $9,581 - $12,481