- Provides legal and policy advice on college-related issues to the District Board of Trustees, the president, and college staff. Renders legal representation, advice, and interpretation in all substantive areas of law affecting the College.
- Directs the preparation of Board of Trustees meetings, development of background materials, and agendas and resolutions for Board and committee meetings.
- Identifies and brings forth legal issues and concerns to the administration and assists with appropriate responses. Monitors and resolves matters which may lead to litigation.
- Acts as legal counsel for the college in all administrative and court proceedings unless such representation is obtained through outside counsel. Represents the College in all administrative hearings and arbitrations.
- Under the supervision of the president, appoints, supervises, and manages the activities of staff and outside legal counsel for the college in the conduct of legal matters and litigation involving the college.
- Consults on employee relations and collective bargaining matters and serves as a member of the collective bargaining team.
- Reviews contracts, including preparations and negotiations, for all areas of the College.
- Provides advice and represents the College in real estate transactions, litigations, settlements, and real property and land use issues.
- Monitors changes in state and federal laws and rules that affect the operation of the College.
- Reviews and interprets college policies and procedures. Drafts revisions and new policies or procedures as required.
- Oversees an ensures compliance with public record requests and subpoenas.
- Reviews and assesses legislation and legislative initiatives and provides guidance and appropriate responses concerning these initiatives.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
- Juris Doctor from an ABA accredited institution
- Eight years of practicing legal experience
- Microsoft Office Professional or similar application
- Contract process, documents, and preparation
- Contract, property, labor, compliance, and constitutional law
- Resolving conflicts between individual needs and requirements of the organization
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills including policy writing, group presentation, and individual coaching and counseling skills
- Motivating employees to apply the effort necessary to attain organizational and departmental goals
- Collect, organize, analyze, and present legal and general information in a meaningful manner
- Interact in a positive manner with diverse populations and varying education levels of students, faculty, staff, and the public
- Express and present complex concepts and information in a manner easily understood by others
- Think critically and creatively, have a high standard of integrity, and be motivated to incorporate best practices into the organization
- Admitted to and in good standing with the Florida Bar
- Regular physical attendance required
- Experience in higher education
- Constitutional and employment law
- Reach and grasp objects
- Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl
- Stand for extended periods of time
- Use of video display terminal
- Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills
- Communicate information orally and in writing
- Receive and understand information through oral and written communication
- Proofread and check documents for accuracy
- Work a fluctuating work schedule
- Culture: Be part of an inclusive, Panther First environment where every role has a purpose and employees have a sense of belonging.
- Education Benefits: Tuition fee waiver at PBSC, tuition reimbursement, degree recognition award, educational leave, and more. Public Service Loan Forgiveness institution.
- Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, parental leave, and more. There is available medical and dental insurance at no cost to the employee.
- Generous Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, holidays, and spring and winter breaks offering additional paid time off.
- Panther Perks: Potential remote or hybrid opportunities, wellness programs, and apps related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
- Professional Development: Leadership programs, professional learning workshops, LinkedIn Learning, and more.
- Retirement Investments : State retirement plan options and voluntary 403(b) and 457 plans.
- Carefully review the minimum qualifications advertised for the available position as only applicants meeting the minimum requirements will be considered.
- Background Check/ Drug Screen may be required based on the specific requirements of the position for which the application is being submitted. Employment is contingent upon the passing of a drug test and upon completion of a criminal background investigation.
- An important goal of the Office of Human Resources is to respond to all applicants once a selection is made. Please take notice of the position closing date advertised. Whenever positions are filled, the Office of Human Resources responds to all applicants who have submitted applications.
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General Counsel - Lake Worth, United States - Palm Beach State College
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At Palm Beach State College, you will discover a place where ideas come to life and the heartbeat of a county begins. By joining us, you will be exposed to professionals from across the U.S. and abroad who are the strivers, reinventors, explorers, and influencers dedicated to developing talent that fills the most needed workforce roles. As the Panthers, we embrace a community of belonging, caring, and connection for our students and employees. We seek creative individuals to help PBSC fulfill its mission of inspiring hope, advancing skills, and transforming lives.
About this role
Reporting to the President as chief legal officer, oversees and manages the provisions of legal affairs affecting the College to ensure maximum protection of its legal rights and to maintain its operations within limits prescribed by law. Responsible for managing a wide variety of legal issues pertaining to labor and employment matters, administrative law, collective bargaining, contract negotiations, student policies and procedures, ethics matters, and federal, state, and other laws and regulations pertaining to higher education.What a day of a General Counsel looks like:
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This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.
Initial review date is 5/3/2024.
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