Associate University Attorney

East Carolina University, United States

Updated: about 1 month ago
Location: Greenville, SOUTH CAROLINA
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Position Information


Job Title Associate University Attorney
Position Number 002359
Vacancy Open to All Candidates
Department CHH Office of University Counsel
Department Homepage https://attorney.ecu.edu/
Advertising Department OFFICE OF UNIVERSITY COUNSEL
Division Chancellor
Classification Title Assoc University Attorney
Working Title Associate University Attorney
Number of Vacancies 1
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 1.0
Full Time or Part Time Full Time
Recruitment Range $90,162 - $136,861
Position Location (City) Greenville
Position Type Non-Faculty
Job Category Non-Faculty Senior Administrative
Organizational Unit Overview
The University Counsel and Vice Chancellor for Legal Affairs is chief legal counsel for East Carolina University. The Office of University Counsel is responsible for addressing the university’s comprehensive legal needs, including contracts, policies and procedures, employment relations with faculty, EHRA and SHRA employees, litigation coordination, legal advice regarding compliance with applicable regulatory requests, etc.
Job Duties
East Carolina University, with an enrollment of 29,000 students, is the only constituent institution in the University of North Carolina System with a School of Medicine, School of Dental Medicine, and College of Engineering and Technology. The Office of University Counsel provides comprehensive legal advice and counsel regarding legal matters to the Chancellor, the Board of Trustees, the principal administrators of the University and, through them, to faculty, staff, and students of East Carolina University.
The responsibility of the Associate University Attorney is to assist the General Counsel and Deputy General Counsels in providing comprehensive legal advice to East Carolina University. The Associate University Attorney will report directly to the Deputy General Counsel and Associate Vice Chancellor for Legal Affairs and will assist in advising the Chancellor, the Provost and other senior administrators including vice chancellors, deans and department chairs, as well as the Board of Trustees, faculty and staff concerning legal matters such as University policies and procedures, employee relations, student affairs, student discipline, public records, contracts, pending litigation, and other University legal matters. Such assistance also includes furnishing legal advice relating to and coordinating preparation for administrative hearings involving senior administrators and/or committees.
Duties of the Associate University Attorney include:
1. Provides legal advice to administrators regarding enforcement of disciplinary standards and policies for faculty and staff. This advice includes matters of recruitment, hiring and discharge of employees; and as applicable matters of appointment, reappointment, tenure and discharge or imposition of serious sanctions involving faculty. The Associate University Attorney will provide specific support and advice to administrators in preparation for and prosecution of related campus hearings and, when appropriate, appeals to the UNC Board of Governors and/or litigation.
2. Provides legal advice to administrators regarding disciplinary standards and policies for students. This advice includes matters of student conduct, academic integrity, and Title IX compliance.
3. Serves as a resource and provides legal advice regarding subpoenas, court orders and public record requests. This advice includes reviewing records and redacting, as appropriate, prior to production to the requestor. It regularly requires legal research regarding applicable privacy laws, including but not limited to, the NC public records law, FERPA, HIPAA and the NC personnel record statutes.
4. Responds to inquiries, charges, or complaints registered by or with external regulatory and law enforcement agencies, to include conducting or assisting with internal investigations; marshaling evidence for reports, investigative responses, and discover; and assisting in the development and articulation of University positions and responses in consultation with the General Counsel and other appropriate University administrators.
5. Serves as a liaison between East Carolina University and the legal staff of the University of North Carolina University System Office, the legal staff of the North Carolina Department of Justice/Office of the Attorney General, outside counsel and other entities inside and outside the University.
6. As needed, provides supplemental support for the coordination and negotiation of contracts, affiliation agreements and MOUs. This may include drafting or providing legal review of documents.
7. Conducts legal research and prepares legal opinions regarding state and federal laws applicable to higher education, including but not limited to, FERPA, Title IX, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, ADEA, ADA , FMLA.
8. Attends and serves as a legal resource in University Board of Trustee meetings. This may include reviewing or preparing documents for meetings and advising on matters before the Board of Trustees.
9. Attends and serves as a legal resource to other University committees and/or groups including but not limited to Faculty Senate, Staff Senate, the University Policy Committee, University Behavioral Concerns Team, and other University groups charged to care out University tasks.
10. Attends continuing legal education and other courses to stay current on legal developments affecting the University and to maintain NC license to practice law.
11. At various times, serves as a liaison between East Carolina University and (1) the legal staff of The University of North Carolina System Office, (2) the legal staff of the North Carolina Department of Justice/Office of the Attorney General, and (3)other entities inside and outside the University.
12. Represents the University to a variety of external regulatory and law enforcement agencies such as the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, United States Department of Justice, and the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights. This function requires responding to inquiries, charges, or complaints registered by or with such organizations, usually through conducting internal investigations; marshaling evidence; and assisting in the development and articulation of University administrators.
13. Other duties as assigned.
Salary and title are commensurate with experience. May fill as Assistant University Attorney (classification and working title) or Associate University Attorney (working title Associate University Attorney or Senior Associate University Attorney) based on qualifications and experience of selected candidate.
Contingent upon availability of funds.
Minimum Education/Experience
Associate University Attorney must have J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school; and either a current member in good standing of the North Carolina Bar or eligible for admission to the North Carolina Bar within one (1) year of hiring and a minimum of five (5) years of legal practice experience. May fill as Assistant University Attorney (classification and working title) based on qualifications and experience of selected candidate. Assistant University Attorney must have a J.D. from and ABA-Accredited law school; either a current member in good standing of the North Carolina Bar or eligible for admission to the North Carolina Bar within one (1) year of hiring; and a minimum of one (1) year of legal practice experience.
License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation
None
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education
A minimum of four years of legal experience is preferred, along with relevant experience involving employment law, litigation experience, contract law, and higher education law and/or public sector law.
Special Instructions to Applicant
At the time of employment two to three original letters of reference, official transcripts, a criminal background check, and proper documentation of identity and employability are required. Please be aware that if selected for an interview, an automatic e-mail will be sent to the individuals entered by the applicant in the References section of the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letters of reference submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system will be verified and considered towards meeting this requirement.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Additional Instructions to Applicant
In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.
Job Open Date 03/11/2024
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date.
Initial Screening Begins 03/26/2024
Rank Level
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/69478
AA/EOE
East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.
Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department of Human Resources at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA[email protected] .
Eligibility for Employment
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Office of Human Resources Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to [email protected]. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.

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