Assistant General Counsel

External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule InformationMonday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Advertised Salary $100,000 - 120,000 Posting Date 06/20/2025 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 09/01/2025 Special Instructions to ApplicantsThis position is open until filled with priority given to applications submitted by July 20, 2025.Please submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and three references. The letter of interest should address applicant's interest in the position, qualifications, and relevant experience.Applicants with 7+ years of experience relevant to higher education law may apply for the open Associate General Counsel position here: of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy StatementThe University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR ().USG Core Values StatementThe University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at InformationClassification Title Attorney FLSA Exempt FTE 1.00 Minimum QualificationsTerminal degree required. Additional professional licensure and/or certification in the field may be required.Preferred QualificationsThe successful applicant should have a J.D. degree from an accredited law school, strong academic credentials, and be admitted or immediately eligible for admission to practice law in the State of Georgia.Applicants for this position should have 2+ years of experience relevant to higher education law (applicants with 7+ years of experience may apply for the open Associate General Counsel position here: candidate should live or be willing to promptly relocate to the Athens area.Position SummaryThis position is one of ten full-time attorneys in the University of Georgia's Office of Legal Affairs, the University's in-house legal counsel. Reporting directly to the General Counsel, attorneys in the office provide legal advice and counseling to the University through its administrators, faculty, and staff in the course of their duties on behalf of the addition to providing legal counseling to the University on a wide variety of legal issues, other areas of responsibility for the Office of Legal Affairs include administration of the University's grievance and dispute resolution procedures, policy interpretation, contract review, and - in conjunction with the Attorney General - management of actual or threatened litigation in which the University is involved.Each attorney in the office has direct responsibility for specific substantive areas and units. Areas of responsibility sometimes change to meet the needs of the unit and institution.Assistant General Counsel positions are intended for attorneys with 2+ years of experience with developing expertise relevant to higher education law. Assistant General Counsels develop subject matter expertise and foster close working relationships with assigned units.Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or CompetenciesExcellent oral and written communication skillsPlan and manage a variety of tasksWork effectively with wide variety of constituents in a large public institutionStrong analytical, legal-research, and problem-solving skills and sound judgmentPhysical DemandsStandard for a typical office environmentSitting, standing, and walking/movingIs driving a responsibility of this position? No Is this a Position of Trust? No Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? No Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policyBe advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.Background Investigation PolicyOffers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.Duties/ResponsibilitiesDuties/ResponsibilitiesAdvice and Counseling to assigned unitsPercentage of time 50 Duties/ResponsibilitiesContract reviewPercentage of time 30 Duties/ResponsibilitiesOther duties assigned by General CounselPercentage of time 20Contact InformationRecruitment ContactContact DetailsFor questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.Recruitment Contact Name Lindsay Smith Recruitment Contact Email Recruitment Contact Phone 706-542-0006Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).* Do you have a J.D. degree from an accredited law school?YesNo* Have you been admitted to practice law in the State of Georgia, or are you eligible for admission through reciprocity or passing of the Georgia bar exam within one (1) year of employment?YesNoApplicant DocumentsRequired DocumentsResume/CVCover LetterList of References with Contact InformationOptional Documents #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17