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General Counsel (UNION)
The SDEA is seeking qualified applicants for the position of General Counsel. The SDEA is a professional organization representing public educators in the state of South Dakota. The General Counsel provides legal services in a variety of employment-related matters including contract negotiations and enforcement, public employee union matters, disciplinary matters such as suspension, termination and nonrenewal of employment contracts, teacher licensure certification matters, and complaints regarding teacher ethics. Additionally, the position works with SDEA leadership to provide support to the organization’s elected governing officers including its Board of Directors and to the Executive Director.
Position Details
Posting Date: April 16, 2024
Open Until Filled: Yes
First Consideration Date: May 16, 2024
Advertised Salary: $70,000 - $95,000
Location: Headquartered in Pierre, remote location within South Dakota negotiable
Who We Want
What You Will Do
What You Need
The position will require travel to School Districts across the state of South Dakota. The amount and frequency of the travel is fully dependent on the amount and level of severity of issues occurring in local affiliates. SDEA employs five advocacy representatives (UniServ Directors) across the state who work with the General Counsel to determine whether an advocacy issue necessitates the in-person presence of the General Counsel. The General Counsel will also be required to attend SDEA Board of Directors meetings and other occasional staff-related meetings in Pierre.
Compensation and Benefits
The salary for this position is negotiable based on experience within the range of $70,000 - $95,000. Fringe benefits include a robust leave package which includes vacation, sick, personal, and bereavement leaves in addition to 13 observed federal holidays and paid time off between Christmas and New Year’s Day. SDEA provides a generous health plan with employer contributions to a Health Savings Account as well as Dental and Vision insurance. Each employee participates in a defined benefit pension plan with substantial employer contributions. The position also receives a life insurance policy as well as an accidental death policy.
Application Procedure
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, current resume, writing sample, and at least three references to SDEA’s Executive Director, Ryan Rolfs.
Electronic submissions may be sent to Ryan.Rolfs@sdea.org
Questions regarding the position can be directed to the email above, or directed to 605-222-4291.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $70,000.00 per year
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Work Location: On the road