ASO DIR Staff Attorney, Student Legal Services at InsideHigherEd

ASO DIR Staff Attorney, Student Legal ServicesJob No: 538075Work Type: Full TimeLocation: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)Categories: Executive/Director/Management, Student Services, Legal/Audit Services/ComplianceDepartment: 08062000 - SG-STUDENT LEGAL SERVICESJob Description Classification Title: ASO DIR Staff Attorney, Student Legal ServicesClassification Minimum Requirements: J.D. or LL.B. from an ABA-accredited law school. Must be a member of the Florida Bar or become a member within twelve months of employment.Job Description: Employee advises and conducts interviews with UF students on a variety of legal matters that include, but are not limited to: criminal and traffic charges, property damage, insurance matters, power of attorneys, living wills, and other general civil matters. Successful incumbent will have practiced in a high-volume caseload environment and be able to successfully advise students on a wide variety of consumer related issues. The attorney communicates with clients, opposing parties, attorneys and others to negotiate resolutions to the legal matters being handled.Employee represents UF students involved in landlord-tenant, dissolution of marriage, adoption, name change, and sealing/expunction of criminal records matters, including litigation before local courts in accordance with program guidelines.Employee provides input to the Director as needed for policy-making and interpretation related to employee's primary areas of responsibility and for the program in general. Serve in place of the Director when required and assist in the management of day-to-day internal department operations. The Associate Director will assist with the internal operations of the office, which includes but is not limited to: coordinating staff meetings and planning staff retreats, collaborates with team members to ensure effective hiring of student employees, serve as liaison for facilities and technology needs with administrative staff, works with supervisor and administrative staff to plan, develop, and advance business practices for the department (financial, human resources, organizational development).Employee develops and presents legal educational opportunities and outreach programs, including presentations to large groups of UF students and may provide notary services as required. Contributes to the Division and University through active participation on committees and division-wide initiatives (example opportunities: emergency dean on call, event support team, conduct committee, student welcome events, etc); and, other duties as assigned. Monday through Friday, 08:00 AM to 05:00 PMExpected Salary: $80,000.00 Annual SalaryRequired Qualifications: J.D. or LL.B. from an ABA-accredited law school. Must be a member of the Florida Bar or become a member within twelve months of employment.Preferred: Experience in a not-for-profit legal environment. Proficient in MS Word and Outlook. Ability to communicate and negotiate successfully with opposing parties Ability to work cooperatively in a small office environment. Ability to refer students to additional support programs as necessary. Demonstrable patience and consideration in helping students from various backgrounds deal with legal issuesSpecial Instructions to Applicants: In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume. Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.Health Assessment Required: No Applications Close: 23 December 2025To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/538075Our Commitment:The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved.Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-15c1d210c7775149b1bd936216b5c688