| Posting Number | SAECC3170 |
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| Advertised Title | Associate University Counsel |
| Campus Location | Main Campus (Memphis, TN) |
| Position Number | 002383 |
| Category | Staff (Hourly/Monthly) |
| Department | University Counsel |
| Minimum Position Qualifications | J.D. degree from an A.B.A. accredited law school and seven (7) of relevant experience in a law firm, or in-house counsel for an academic institution, corporation, government, or other entity, in one or more of the following practice areas: labor and employment, academic and educational affairs, research compliance, business transactions, governance and public accountability, intellectual property, civil rights, and Constitutional law. Must have a license to practice law in Tennessee, or the ability to obtain a license within six months of accepting the position. |
| Special Conditions | The department is especially interested in candidates with:
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| Work Schedule | Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. May need to work/travel beyond normal work schedule. |
| Posting Date | 10/24/2022 |
| Closing Date | |
| Open Until Screening Begins | Yes |
| Hiring Range | Commensurate with experience |
| Full-Time/Part-Time | Full-Time: Benefits Eligible |
| Working Conditions | While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stand; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision. |
| Additional Working Conditions | |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | Initial screening for this position will begin November 11, 2022. All applications must be submitted online at workforum.memphis.edu Applicants must complete all applicable sections of the online application in order to be considered for a position. Please upload a cover letter, resume, and reference list after completing your application. Candidates who are called for an interview must notify the Department of Human Resources in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview. |
| Is this posting for UofM employees only? | No |
| Positions Supervised | May supervise staff based on role and responsibility. |
| Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities |
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| Additional Position Information | Initial screening for this position will begin November 11, 2022. All applications must be submitted online at workforum.memphis.edu Applicants must complete all applicable sections of the online application in order to be considered for a position. Please upload a cover letter, resume, and reference list after completing your application, if required by the system. Candidates who are called for an interview must notify the Department of Human Resources in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview. |
| Benefits of Employment |
Job Duties
| Duties & Responsibilities | Provides consultative, advisory and representative legal services on matters affecting the University with a particular focus on labor and employment matters involving University of Memphis faculty, staff, and student employees, including, but not limited to, general HR matters, faculty and tenure matters, Title IX, and equal opportunity matters. |
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| Duties & Responsibilities | Ensures compliance with state legal and regulatory matters managed by the Office of Legal Counsel including, but not limited to, the Tennessee Public Records Act and the Uniform Administrative Procedures Act. |
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| Duties & Responsibilities | Drafts, interprets, and revises affiliated University and departmental policies and procedures, contracts, and other documents for University officials as necessary. |
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| Duties & Responsibilities | Represents the University in administrative hearings required by state law and in court proceedings as delegated by the Office of the Attorney General. Manages litigation handled by the Attorney General and external legal counsel. |
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| Duties & Responsibilities | Develops and conducts proactive presentations on legal issues affecting higher education for faculty, staff, and students. |
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| Duties & Responsibilities | Other related duties as assigned. |
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