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SalaryThis position serves under the general oversight of the General Counsel (GC) and acts in the GC’s absence with the authority of the GC in fulfilling the responsibilities of the office of General Counsel.
Primary Duties:
- Provides legal advice to departments on a wide range of legal issues.
- Researches legal issues and statutory and case law; drafts and reviews opinions, resolutions, contracts, leases, deeds and other legal documents and instruments.
- Represents or oversees the representation of the University in civil litigation and administrative hearings held by local, state, and federal agencies; performs or assists in all phases of pretrial, trial, and appellate work.
- Advises department directors, managers, supervisors, and employees on their role in litigation, their responses to the public and media regarding legal issues and litigation, and preparation for testimony in court and in administrative hearings.
- Develops materials and participates in training and provides lead work direction to other legal staff.
- Reviews agenda items and contracts as to form and legality.
- Monitors and prepares comments on proposed federal and state legislation and regulation.
- Provides advice on revisions to legislation and regulation.
- Recommends changes to policies and practices to comply with new legal requirements.
- Perform other duties as required/assigned by leadership.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Certificate of admission to the Michigan Bar and active membership in good standing
- A minimum of Ten years progressively responsible legal experience
- Excellent writing skills
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Experience in higher education
Working Conditions:
Normal office environment. Some travel may be required.
SALARY: Up to $125,000; commensurate with experience.
CAMPUS: This position will work from the Allendale campus.
HOW TO APPLY: Attach your cover letter and resume on the application.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin on March 19, 2024 and the position will remain open until filled.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. See www.gvsu.edu/affirmative/. TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1-800-833-7833 (out of State).
Grand Valley State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes providing equal opportunity for racial and ethnic minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. University policy extends protections to additional identities.
