Job description

Mailing Address

P.O. Box 217

Lewisville, TX 75067

Job Title: Assistant General Counsel Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Reports To: General Counsel Pay Grade: AP6A/240 Days

Dept./School: Office of Legal Services Date Revised: September 2022

Primary Purpose:

Assists General Counsel with legal representation in various aspects of the law concerning District-related matters.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

• Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from an accredited university
• Licensed to practice law in the State of Texas and in good standing

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Experience in drafting and negotiating contracts and other legal documents
• Knowledge of laws related to procurement and purchasing
• Ability to conduct legal research and interpret law, policy, and procedures
• Knowledge of the Texas Public Information Act
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

• Experience representing a school district or other governmental entity in general school law matters and handling procurement and purchasing matters preferred

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

• Ensures legal services provided support the goals and objectives of the district
• Assists with monitoring compliance with competitive procurement and purchasing contract requirements
• Negotiates, reviews, and drafts contracts and other legal documents
• Assists with personnel and student legal issues, as needed
• Represents the District in administrative and judicial proceedings, as needed
• Seeks clarification and recommendations from governmental agencies and regulatory bodies, as needed
• Assists with responses to investigations by the Texas Education Agency, U.S. Department of Education, and other administrative or regulatory agencies
• Assists with the preparation of documents and pleadings, as needed, with cases served on the District and its employees
• Provides assistance and advice regarding District records, including requests under the Texas Public Information Act and Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
• Assists in the formulation and drafting of policies and regulations
• Assists with professional development and training for staff as needed
• Complies with policies established by local Board policy and state and federal law, including State Board of Education rules
• Maintains a positive and effective working relationship with the General Counsel, Superintendent, Department Leaders and Board of Trustees
• Effectively communicates with colleagues
• Other duties and assignments as required by the General Counsel

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Supervise all assigned personnel

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
• Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, climbing and twisting
• Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; constant reaching; frequent standing and walking
• Lifting: Occasional light lifting (up to 30-40 pounds)
• Environment: May work prolonged and irregular hours; frequent districtwide and statewide travel
• Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions, maintain emotional control under stress

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

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Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $500.00 - $710.00 per day

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Lewisville, TX 75067: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Bar (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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