Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions ¿ and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.
Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.
Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia where we pride ourselves in the USG Statement of Core Values - Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values form and guide the daily work of our institution.
CSU's core values - Excellence, Creativity, Engagement, Sustainability, Inclusion, and Servant Leadership make us an institution like no other. Each year, we enroll more than 7,000 students from the Southeast, across the nation, and around the world. Many programs at Columbus State rank high for affordability and value. The university strives to provide all students with an exceptional education that's accessible, affordable, and creative to the core.
Founded in 1958, Columbus State University, with an enrollment of nearly 8,000, is part of the University System of Georgia. CSU offers more than 70 programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels and is ranked among the top public regional universities in the South by U.S. News & World Report. Columbus, located 100 miles southwest of Atlanta and the second-largest city in Georgia, is recognized as a vibrant and contemporary cultural community - https://visitcolumbusga.com.
Columbus State University has a nationally recognized track record of partnership and outreach through efforts such as the Cunningham Center for Leadership Development, Coca-Cola Space Science Center, Oxbow Meadows Environmental Learning Center, and its own residence the Spencer House in Oxford, England. The University has two primary campus locations in Columbus, Georgia: the original campus on 150 acres in midtown Columbus and a beautiful campus in historic downtown Columbus overlooking the Chattahoochee River. The Columbus region, with more than 350,000 residents, is home to world-class enterprises such as Aflac, Synovus, W.C. Bradley Company, TSYS and Ft. Moore, the U.S. Army's Maneuver Center of Excellence headquarters. For additional information about the University visit our website at www.ColumbusState.edu .
Office of General Counsel
The Legal Affairs Assistant is responsible for providing assistance and support to and becoming a vital part of the Office of Legal Affairs, Ethics, and Compliance (OLAEC).
Significant Duties and Responsibilities include: Provide overall administrative support and guidance necessary for effective and efficient OLAEC operations.; Prepare and edit correspondence, minutes, letters, memos, charts, graphs, presentations and spreadsheets.; Plan, schedule and coordinate logistics for appointments, conferences, meetings and travel arrangements.; Assist with general office functions, such as copying, scanning and faxing.; Assists in the preparation of documents related to core OLAEC operations.; Coordinate with external counsel and other vendors to obtain and exchange information and documentation related to legal matters; Assess the urgency of situations and determine appropriate actions, monitor status of pending items and deadlines, provide follow up and keep management informed by communicating a wide variety of information.; Conduct research and information gathering.; Maintain all office systems, including case management system, filing protocols, and diary procedures.; Track, monitor, prepare, and process expense and budget reports.; Assists with special projects.; Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications include: Bachelor¿s degree and two years of administrative support experience in a university or legal office setting.; Knowledge of basic computer operations and software, such as spreadsheets, databases, presentations, and word processing.; Effective time management, customer service, and organizational skills.; Ability to multi-task and pay attention to detail.; Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
The annualized salary range for this position is $39,253- $42,784 and includes full benefits.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities include: Knowledge of university and/or legal practices and procedures.; Ability to identify and solve technical and clerical problems; analyze data.; Knowledge of computer applications related to the areas of assignment.; Proficiency in and/or willingness to become proficient in computer applications, such as Microsoft Excel, Adobe, and other applications related to core OLAEC operations.; Ability to promote and maintain effective departmental and public relations.; Ability to pay attention to detail.; Ability to communicate effectively with the public, faculty, and staff.; Exceptional planning and organizational skills.; Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work as part of a team.; Excellent written and oral communications skills.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Whitley Hall, General Counsel, via email at [email protected].
All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties:
- A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage;
- Pre-employment drug testing for positions with high-risk responsibilities;
- Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a fleet vehicle.
*Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. *
For Faculty Hires : Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Additionally, all members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom .
Columbus State University is proud to be an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity institution. It is the policy of our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws.
Position of Trust