What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy General Counsel position at NC State University?
Special Instructions Please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for professional references.Posting Information Posting Number : PG193816EPWorking Title : Deputy General CounselAnticipated Hiring Range : Commensurate with education and experience.Work Schedule : Full-time, Monday-Friday 8am-5pm with additional hours as needed based on business needs.Job Location : Office of General CounselAbout the Department The NC State Office of General Counsel provides, manages and coordinates all legal services for the university in a collegial, responsive and professional manner. The office provides legal and risk management advice on a wide variety of matters to the Board of Trustees, the Chancellor, senior officers, other university administrators, and faculty and staff who are acting on behalf of the university.Key Responsibilities Serves as a strategic advisor to the Vice Chancellor and General Counsel, providing expert legal advice and innovative solutions on issues affecting the university.Advises senior executives, department leaders, staff and faculty on legal risks and opportunities, ensuring alignment with university goals and policies.Oversees and manages legal services in areas such as employment law, governance, contracts, risk management, litigation, and other areas as assigned.Manages, mentors, and supervises Office of General Counsel staff in the delivery of legal services.Manages the effective delivery of outside legal services and related costs.Represents the university in negotiations, mediations, and proceedings as necessary.Advises and serves on ad hoc and standing committees as assigned.Drafts, reviews, and recommends revisions to University policies.Provides training and presentations on legal issues and developments for members of the University community.Maintains and improves personal legal expertise by participating in continuing legal education regarding higher education law.Handles other legal and administrative duties as assigned.Qualifications Minimum Education and Experience : Juris Doctor degree from an accredited U.S. law school.North Carolina state bar admission or eligibility for admission within one year of hire.Minimum of 10 years of relevant legal experience.Other Required Qualifications : High level of problem-solving ability.Ability to plan for and lead complex projects.Excellent communication skills.Ability to collaborate with stakeholders.Excellent legal analysis and advising skills.Preferred Qualifications : Experience in litigation and other fields of substantive law relevant to the needs of the University.Experience in employment law, ideally in a higher education setting.Familiarity with areas such as student affairs, faculty affairs, international law, and intellectual property.Required License(s) or Certification(s) : Must be licensed to practice law in the State of North Carolina (or eligibility for admission within 12 months of hire).Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions Job Open Date : 11 / 21 / 2024Position Number : 00006027Position Type : Exempt Professional Staff (Previously SAAO II)Full Time Equivalent (FTE) : 1.00 (40 hours / week)AA / EEO NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.#J-18808-Ljbffr
