University of Nebraska–Lincoln
Associate General Counsel/Records Director
University of Nebraska–Lincoln, Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States, 46804
Associate General Counsel/Records Director
THIS POSTING IS FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY .To apply, interested applicants should go to University of Nebraska System’s employment website:
https://careers.nebraska.edu/ .Working Title:
Associate General Counsel/Records DirectorDepartment:
University of Nebraska SystemRequisition Number:
F_240190Posting Open Date:
11/04/2024Application Review Date:
11/20/2024Posting Close Date:
Open Until FilledDescription of Work
This is a full-time staff attorney position in the Office of the Vice President & General Counsel of the University of Nebraska. The Office of the Vice President & General Counsel is administratively responsible for all legal matters affecting the University of Nebraska and provides legal services to the Board of Regents, the President, the Chancellors, administrative officers, and others on the four campuses of the University system and within the Office of the President.This position is located in Lincoln, Nebraska, at the University of Nebraska Office of the President on the East Campus of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL), with occasional travel to other campuses. Duties and responsibilities of this position will involve performance of general legal services for the University under the direction of the Vice President and General Counsel, with an expected emphasis on records management administration, including the production of records in response to public records requests, discovery requests and third-party subpoenas, implementation of records management and retention schedules, and training of internal teams with respect to records issues. The successful candidate will be responsible for keeping up to date on all federal and state legal requirements which affect records retention and public information access and will be responsible for the management of a comprehensive records retention program for the University, as well as other duties as assigned. The successful candidate will provide counsel and support to all campuses and the Office of the President on legal matters, including guidance under University and campus policies. Exceptional candidates may be considered regardless of the expected areas of emphasis. Salary will be commensurate with experience and credentials, plus benefits. The successful candidate will be required to complete a criminal background check.Minimum Required Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
B.A. / B.S. plus an earned J.D. degree from an accredited law school. Member in good standing of the State Bar of Nebraska, or permitted to be admitted in Nebraska under Nebraska Court Rule section 3-119 as a Class 1-B applicant within one year following the hiring date.Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications:
A minimum of three years of relevant experience as a practicing attorney. Prior experience at another institution of higher education, public employer, non-profit entity, or law firm, specifically working in those areas of practice identified above.Ideal candidates will demonstrate: a high level of attention to detail; excellent independent judgment and decision-making skills; excellent oral and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills; an aptitude for strategic thinking; an ability to anticipate problems; a track record of timely completion of projects and assignments; effective organizational skills; the ability to handle multiple priorities and tasks; and a keen ability to summarize and explain legal complexities.Work Location
Lincoln, NEPre-Placement Driving Record Review RequiredCriminal History Background Check Required: YesHow to Apply
THIS POSTING IS FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY .To apply, interested applicants should go to University of Nebraska System’s employment website:
https://careers.nebraska.edu/ .For questions or accommodations related to this position contact:Direct questions about the position to:humanresources@nebraska.eduDirect questions about the online application process to: 402.472.3701Job Category
AdministrativeJob Type
Full-TimePosition funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No
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THIS POSTING IS FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY .To apply, interested applicants should go to University of Nebraska System’s employment website:
https://careers.nebraska.edu/ .Working Title:
Associate General Counsel/Records DirectorDepartment:
University of Nebraska SystemRequisition Number:
F_240190Posting Open Date:
11/04/2024Application Review Date:
11/20/2024Posting Close Date:
Open Until FilledDescription of Work
This is a full-time staff attorney position in the Office of the Vice President & General Counsel of the University of Nebraska. The Office of the Vice President & General Counsel is administratively responsible for all legal matters affecting the University of Nebraska and provides legal services to the Board of Regents, the President, the Chancellors, administrative officers, and others on the four campuses of the University system and within the Office of the President.This position is located in Lincoln, Nebraska, at the University of Nebraska Office of the President on the East Campus of the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL), with occasional travel to other campuses. Duties and responsibilities of this position will involve performance of general legal services for the University under the direction of the Vice President and General Counsel, with an expected emphasis on records management administration, including the production of records in response to public records requests, discovery requests and third-party subpoenas, implementation of records management and retention schedules, and training of internal teams with respect to records issues. The successful candidate will be responsible for keeping up to date on all federal and state legal requirements which affect records retention and public information access and will be responsible for the management of a comprehensive records retention program for the University, as well as other duties as assigned. The successful candidate will provide counsel and support to all campuses and the Office of the President on legal matters, including guidance under University and campus policies. Exceptional candidates may be considered regardless of the expected areas of emphasis. Salary will be commensurate with experience and credentials, plus benefits. The successful candidate will be required to complete a criminal background check.Minimum Required Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
B.A. / B.S. plus an earned J.D. degree from an accredited law school. Member in good standing of the State Bar of Nebraska, or permitted to be admitted in Nebraska under Nebraska Court Rule section 3-119 as a Class 1-B applicant within one year following the hiring date.Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications:
A minimum of three years of relevant experience as a practicing attorney. Prior experience at another institution of higher education, public employer, non-profit entity, or law firm, specifically working in those areas of practice identified above.Ideal candidates will demonstrate: a high level of attention to detail; excellent independent judgment and decision-making skills; excellent oral and written communication skills; strong interpersonal skills; an aptitude for strategic thinking; an ability to anticipate problems; a track record of timely completion of projects and assignments; effective organizational skills; the ability to handle multiple priorities and tasks; and a keen ability to summarize and explain legal complexities.Work Location
Lincoln, NEPre-Placement Driving Record Review RequiredCriminal History Background Check Required: YesHow to Apply
THIS POSTING IS FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY .To apply, interested applicants should go to University of Nebraska System’s employment website:
https://careers.nebraska.edu/ .For questions or accommodations related to this position contact:Direct questions about the position to:humanresources@nebraska.eduDirect questions about the online application process to: 402.472.3701Job Category
AdministrativeJob Type
Full-TimePosition funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? No
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