University of Nebraska–Lincoln
Corporation Secretary/Associate General Counsel
University of Nebraska–Lincoln, Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States, 46804
Corporation Secretary/Associate General Counsel
THIS POSTING IS FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY .Working Title:
Corporation Secretary/Associate General CounselDepartment:
University of Nebraska SystemRequisition Number:
F_240189Posting Open Date:
11/04/2024Application Review Date:
11/20/2024 (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)Posting Close Date:
Open Until FilledDescription of Work:
This is a full-time position, with a partial appointment as Corporation Secretary of the Board of Regents within the Office of the President, and a partial appointment as a staff attorney in the Office of the Vice President & General Counsel of the University of Nebraska. The Corporation Secretary is primarily responsible for supporting the Board of Regents, the governing body of the University of Nebraska system. 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:Facilitating and supporting meetings of the Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska in accordance with applicable laws.Recording, maintaining, and distributing minutes of public meetings of the Board and certain other permanent Board records.Maintaining the Bylaws, Policies, and Standing Rules of the Board of Regents.Supporting the needs of the members of the Board.Managing communications with the Board and its members.Providing support and advice to University campuses and administration with respect to Board processes.Performing general legal services for the University under the direction of the Vice President & General Counsel, with an expected emphasis in general transactional areas, including drafting, negotiating, and reviewing contracts; records management and public records issues; real estate; data sharing and privacy; corporate governance; and compliance.The successful candidate will be required to complete a criminal background check. Salary will be commensurate with experience and credentials, plus benefits.Minimum Required Qualifications:
B.A. / B.S. plus an earned J.D. degree from an accredited law school and a minimum of three years of related legal practice. 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.Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience at another institution of higher education, public employer, non-profit entity, or law firm, specifically working with or supporting governing boards.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; and the ability to handle multiple priorities and tasks.Work Location:
Lincoln, NEPre-Placement Driving Record Review Required:
YesCriminal History Background Check Required:
YesHow to Apply:
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 on-line application process to: 402.472.3701
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THIS POSTING IS FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY .Working Title:
Corporation Secretary/Associate General CounselDepartment:
University of Nebraska SystemRequisition Number:
F_240189Posting Open Date:
11/04/2024Application Review Date:
11/20/2024 (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date)Posting Close Date:
Open Until FilledDescription of Work:
This is a full-time position, with a partial appointment as Corporation Secretary of the Board of Regents within the Office of the President, and a partial appointment as a staff attorney in the Office of the Vice President & General Counsel of the University of Nebraska. The Corporation Secretary is primarily responsible for supporting the Board of Regents, the governing body of the University of Nebraska system. 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:Facilitating and supporting meetings of the Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska in accordance with applicable laws.Recording, maintaining, and distributing minutes of public meetings of the Board and certain other permanent Board records.Maintaining the Bylaws, Policies, and Standing Rules of the Board of Regents.Supporting the needs of the members of the Board.Managing communications with the Board and its members.Providing support and advice to University campuses and administration with respect to Board processes.Performing general legal services for the University under the direction of the Vice President & General Counsel, with an expected emphasis in general transactional areas, including drafting, negotiating, and reviewing contracts; records management and public records issues; real estate; data sharing and privacy; corporate governance; and compliance.The successful candidate will be required to complete a criminal background check. Salary will be commensurate with experience and credentials, plus benefits.Minimum Required Qualifications:
B.A. / B.S. plus an earned J.D. degree from an accredited law school and a minimum of three years of related legal practice. 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.Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience at another institution of higher education, public employer, non-profit entity, or law firm, specifically working with or supporting governing boards.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; and the ability to handle multiple priorities and tasks.Work Location:
Lincoln, NEPre-Placement Driving Record Review Required:
YesCriminal History Background Check Required:
YesHow to Apply:
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 on-line application process to: 402.472.3701
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