General Counsel

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General Counsel
The candidate will be responsible for legal oversight of the University and will be expected to advise University officers on a wide range of issues across the institution. Establishing a vision for in-house legal counsel. Lead and facilitate Trinity’s transition to internal legal counsel by defining the legal services that are best executed within the University. Work closely with the President, Vice President for Finance and Administration (Chief Risk Officer), and AVP for Human Resources/Title IX Coordinator to distinguish legal responsibilities and identify opportunities for collaboration. Negotiate the transition with private legal firm which has provided decades-long legal guidance and representation to the University. General contractual support related to employment law, investments due diligence, and procurement and/or institutional agreements. Compliance, especially to meet Title IX obligations. Advice, counsel, and internal education to strengthen University processes and policies, including critiquing current University policies. Initiate and oversee a general compliance audit of the University and determine appropriate action plan. Identify areas where legal attention is needed and prioritize urgent issues. Serve as a strategic thought partner with the President, Vice President for Finance and Administration, the AVP for Human Resources/Title IX Coordinator, and members of the Senior Executive Staff to consider all forms of risks. Assess the University’s business and investment agreements, long-term partnerships, networks, and collaborations. Evaluate the University’s use of external consultants to determine employment-related legal services that can be brought in-house. Draft, review, and negotiate contract agreements and establish standards and processes for future agreements. Should have 5+ years of relevant work experience. Experience in higher education law and/or a solid understanding of matters related to higher education law strongly preferred. Admission to the bar in Texas or ability to gain admission within one year of hire is required. Should have J. D. degree or an equivalent terminal degree from an accredited law school.

Application Deadline: February 16, 2018.

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