Job Posting for STAFF ATTORNEY at Del Mar College

Department

General Counsel

Position Type

Exempt

Employment Status

Full-Time-Staff

Salary

$70,055.00 - $108,587.00

Open Date

05/02/2024

Close Date

06/03/2024

Open Until Filled

Position Summary Information

Job Description Summary

The Staff Attorney assists the General Counsel’s office in providing legal services for the College with exposure to a wide range of legal issues. Primary responsibilities include providing legal advice and counsel on higher education and public entity compliance; drafting, revising and negotiating a wide variety of contracts applicable in the higher education environment; assisting with oversight of contract management process; and if needed, collaborating with the Purchasing Department on Requests for Proposals and other procurement-related contracts, policies and procedures. Other responsibilities include assisting with the management of document requests, conducting legal research, and drafting and providing advice on College policies.

The Staff Attorney works under the supervision of the General Counsel. This is a security-sensitive position, maintaining strict confidentiality.

Minimum Qualifications

Juris Doctorate and admitted and in good standing member of the State Bar.

Five (5) years related experience.

Required Job Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Detail-oriented with excellent communications skills, both verbal and written, to effectively interact with people of diverse backgrounds required.

Strong legal research abilities and effective problem solver.

Ability to work independently and take initiative required.

Ability to create and implement systems, procedures and processes required.

Exceptional organizational, problem-solving and planning skills required.

Ability to collaborate with others required.

Ability to maintain sensitivity, understanding and respect for a diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying social, economic, cultural, ideological, and ethnic backgrounds required.

Preferred Qualifications

Exemplary record of professional accomplishments. Experience in the representation of government, higher education, corporate, or other complex organizations.

Special Instructions to Applicants

This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws that require the verification of identity and the legal right to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel or extend all recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity employer. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The College is committed to diversity in its workforce.

Job Duties

Job Duty

Draft, revise and negotiate a wide variety of contracts applicable in the higher education environment, and assist with oversight of contract management process.

Job Duty

Review, draft and negotiate a wide variety of contract/agreements related to business services, financial services, commercial enterprises, affliction agreements, professional services, and construction.

Job Duty

Draft, revise and negotiate real estate leases, transactions and related agreements.

Job Duty

Participate in OGC matters including briefing papers, legal memoranda, special initiatives, education conferences, workshops, etc.

Job Duty

Collaborate with and provide legal advice to Purchasing Department on Requests for Proposals and other procurement-related contracts, policies, and procedures.

Job Duty

Provide advice and counsel on legal compliance on a broad array of higher education and public entity compliance including student affairs, sunshine laws, procurement, technology transfer issues, and labor and employment matters.

Job Duty

Assist with management of document requests including open record procedures, subpoenas and litigation discovery.

Job Duty

Conduct legal research, write memoranda and correspondence and render legal opinions.

Job Duty

Assist with providing advice on College policies, including drafting and revision of policies and training.

Job Duty

Assist with internal investigations.

Job Duty

Assist with representation of the College in state, federal, or local matters as assigned by General Counsel.

Job Duty

Other duties as assigned.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Do you have a Juris Doctorate and admitted and in good standing member of the State Bar?
- Yes, I do have a Juris Doctorate and admitted and in good standing member of the State Bar (submission of transcript(s) with award/conferred date required).
- No.

* Do you have five (5) years related experience?
- Yes
- No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume

Letter of Interest

Transcripts

Optional Documents

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