Assistant Associate General Counsel, Office of the General Counsel UT System Administration at University of Tennessee

DescriptionThis position is part of the Office of the General Counsel (OGC) which represents The University of Tennessee a statewide system of public higher education. This position will be involved in proactively advising a diverse group of University leaders on matters relating to academic faculty and student affairs including but not limited to academic policies faculty employment policies academic freedom First Amendment ADA Title IX Clery Act FERPA and student conduct. Specific areas of responsibility will be determined based on University and office needs and the successful candidates interests and substantive background.The position is located in Knoxville Tennessee but responsibilities of the position will involve service and travel to all campuses and institutes in the University systemResponsibilitiesResponsibilities will include proactively advising a diverse group of University leaders on matters relating to academic faculty and student affairs including but not limited to academic policies faculty employment policies academic freedom First Amendment ADA Title IX Clery Act FERPA and student conduct.QualificationsJ.D. from an ABA-accredited law school; Tennessee law license or eligibility for Tennessee license; five (5) years of civil practice experience in a law firm or in a corporate higher education or government legal office; record of outstanding achievements as a practicing attorney; excellent academic record; exceptional analytical problem-solving diplomatic and oral and written communication skills; demonstrated ability to manage multiple demanding tasks; demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and work independently in a highly collegial and high-performing environment; highly versatile set of legal skills; pragmatic and objective business acumen and ability to recognize the broader consequences of legal advice; ability to perceive and explain to non-lawyers the practical application of law and policy in complex situations; high degree of personal integrity sound judgment and a commitment to accountability; initiative and intellectual curiosity.Preferred Qualifications:More than ten (10) years of experience in the practice of law; higher education experience.Materials Required for Consideration:Letter of application resume and three references knowledgeable of applicants legal skills and experience.BenefitsThe University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families generous retirement benefits a wide variety of professional development opportunities supportive work and family benefits and much more. Additionally Tennessee residents do not pay a state income tax. For more information on the University of Tennessees benefits visit Experience:IC Key Skills General Counsel,Legal Case Management,Legal Drafting,Litigation,Intellectual Property Law,Legal Counsel,Legal Research,Securities Law,Employment & Labor Law,Real Estate Law,negotiation,Contracts Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1