General Counsel (On-Campus Recruitment Only*)
Posting Details
POSTING INFORMATION
Internal Title
General Counsel (On-Campus Recruitment Only*)
Position Type
Unclassified
Faculty / Non-Faculty / Administration
Administration
Pay Band
Level
Department
Legal Affairs
Job Purpose
General Counsel reports to the President and is one of the President's chief advisors. Also serves as legal counsel to the Senior Team. This position supervises the College's Office of Legal Affairs and, as necessary, selects and supervises outside legal counsel in consultation with the President.
Minimum Requirements
Minimum qualifications for this position are a Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA-accredited law school, at least five years of experience as an attorney or judge, legal or professional experience in higher education or both, licensed to practice law in South Carolina, strong written and oral communication skills, and evidence of a capacity for the successful supervision of attorneys and office staff. Candidates with an equivalent combination of experience and/or education are encouraged to apply.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Preferred qualifications for this position are ten plus years of legal and professional experience; special expertise in higher education law or labor and employment law; previous experience in the management of other attorneys and office staff in an organizational setting; previous involvement with state and/or federal government legislative and administrative processes; and five or more years of experience as an attorney or judge. Relevant work experience in a public university setting is desired.
The position is responsible for managing the College's legal affairs and the provision of legal services to the various College offices. The position requires familiarity with many practice areas, including faculty and student issues, tax law, labor and employment law, copyright law and intellectual property, real estate law, environmental law, and legal issues relevant to information technology, as those practice areas apply to various university settings.
Additional Comments Regarding Position
General Counsel will be a person of unimpeachable personal integrity. Will be expected to participate in continuing legal education through membership in the relevant bar associations and the National Association of College and University Attorneys.
*Only current College of Charleston Employees are eligible to apply.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please complete the application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
**Salary is commensurate with education/experience which exceeds the minimum requirements.
Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check.
All applications must be submitted online https://jobs.cofc.edu<https://jobs.cofc.edu/>.
Salary
**Salary commensurate with the experience and expertise of the successful applicant.
Posting Date
07/24/2023
Closing Date
08/01/2023
Benefits
* Insurance: Health/Dental/Vision
* Life Insurance
* Paid Leave: Sick/Annual/Parental
* Retirement
* Long Term Disability
* Paid Holidays
* Free CARTA Bus Service
* Employee Tuition Assistance Program (ETAP)
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
* Full Benefits Package - Click Here<https://hr.cofc.edu/benefits/index.php>
Open Until Filled
No
Posting Number
2023136
EEO Statement
The College of Charleston is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or disability.
Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.cofc.edu/postings/14259
Job Duties
Job Duties
Activity
Manages the College's legal affairs and the provision of legal services to the various College offices. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: bringing legal matters and concerns to the attention of the President and the SeniorTeam; negotiating, drafting, and reviewing contracts and other legal documents; conducting compliance reviews and audits relevant to state and federal laws and regulations; providing advice relevant to state and federal regulations; drafting and revising university policies and procedures; offering advice concerning risk management; providing legal counsel relevant to the creation of a diverse and inclusive campus community; providing reports and updates to the Board of Trustees; and serving as legal counsel to various university committees.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
80
Activity
Oversees operations of College's Legal Affairs office, including supervision of attorneys and administrative support staff. Completes annual performance reviews and provides mentoring and guidance to staff.
Essential or Marginal
Essential
Percent of Time
20
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