Assistant General Counsel jobs in Florida

Assistant General Counsel

Office of General Counsel

*This is a twelve (12) month administrative position with a competitive salary dependent upon knowledge, skills and experience. 

How would you like to work for a dynamic, innovative and growing State College? Daytona State has trained the future leaders of Volusia and Flagler Counties and beyond for more than 65 years. Our graduates serve in the critical fields of healthcare, emergency services, business, education, hospitality, engineering, cybersecurity, digital media and more. We want you to be part of our team!

We offer competitive salaries, excellent health, dental and life insurance plans, and the opportunity to participate in the Florida Retirement System. Employees also enjoy a wide range of other incentives such as professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, free use of our aquatic and fitness centers, discounts on cultural events, generous leave policies and more.

We’re honored to be included in Orlando Business Journal's “Best Employers in Volusia County” rankings.

You belong here!

Required Qualifications:  This position requires an L.L.B or Doctor of Jurisprudence and must be licensed to practice law in the State of Florida. A minimum of two (2) years of related experience is also required.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Education Law is preferred.

Key Responsibilities: This is not a comprehensive list of responsibilities.

• Review, revise and negotiate agreements on behalf of the College; review agreements for construction; draft and negotiate facility leases, subleases, and rental agreements; work with all College departments and vendors to negotiate and draft agreements for information technology, allied health, academic affairs, student affairs, business services and purchasing.
• Assist the General Counsel in the management of litigation, employment, insurance defense and other general liability matters. Provide legal advice and assistance to College administration regarding College policy and procedure as well as state and federal law.
• Review and research federal and state laws and regulations, board policies and college procedures to determine and evaluate the impact on the operation of the College.
• Draft legal memoranda with supporting legal research for all College operations. Prepares responses to legal issues related to federal and state reporting requirements.
• Maintain familiarity with Board policies and College procedures, federal and state laws and regulations affecting College operations.
• Provide legal defense for the College before federal and state agencies and in compliance reviews and complaints.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: 

• Ability to work in a collaborative environment and be familiar with law pertaining to educational institutions, especially in the area of contracts, employee relations, students, faculty, and liability.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to be flexible to meet the demands of the College.
• Ability to analyze problems, identifying alternative solutions, projecting consequences of proposed actions and implementing recommendations.
• Knowledge of computers, peripherals, and software programs such as the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong legal research, analysis and negotiation skills.

For consideration, applicants must submit an online application at www.DaytonaState.edu/hr. Applicants may also upload their cover letter, resume and transcripts of all degrees and coursework. Application must include the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three (3) professional references. If formal education occurred at an international institution, a copy of the degree evaluation must be uploaded and submitted with the online application. Candidates will not be considered if copies of transcripts (and / or third-party evaluations) are not furnished by the position closing date. Any candidate hired must supply official transcripts within 30 days of employment.    

Criminal background checks are required.                                                                                               

For more information, please contact us at 386.506.4505 or visit our website at http://www.DaytonaState.edu.                                                           

Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants with disabilities during the application and interview process.  To request accommodations, contact 386.506.4505.                                                                                       

Daytona State College prohibits discrimination and provides equal access, equal educational opportunity, and equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and veteran status. For more details, read our policy at this site https://www.daytonastate.edu/equity/index.html or contact Human Resources at 386-506-4505 or 1200 W. International Speedway Blvd. Building 100, Room 303 Daytona Beach.

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