Consortium of Higher Education Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual/Transgende
Vice President for Legal Affairs and General Counsel
Consortium of Higher Education Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual/Transgende, Manhattan, Kansas, United States, 66506
Vice President for Legal Affairs and General Counsel
About This RoleReporting directly to Kansas State's president, the vice president for legal affairs and general counsel is the principal legal officer for the university, with overall responsibility for the vision and leadership of the university's legal strategy.A valued member of the leadership team and president's cabinet, the general counsel provides advice and counsel on all significant legal matters and serves as a strategic thought partner on key issues impacting the university. The general counsel also is responsible for leading and managing K-State's Office of the General Counsel, or OGC.The Office of General Counsel (OGC) provides strategic, preventive and responsive legal advice and representation to the university and its leaders. Responsibilities include:Client counselingLegal researchInternal dispute resolutionLitigation before state and federal courts and regulatory agenciesPolicy review and developmentContract review and negotiationLegal presentations and training seminarsOther duties concerning the array of legal issues arising in the context of higher educationThe OGC provides advice and representation to university administrators on topics including employment issues, nondiscrimination, constitutional rights, tort liability, public safety issues, crisis management, intellectual property, contracts, organizational governance, research, international activities, student issues, real estate, tax and other legal matters. The primary emphasis is on effective preventive law. The OGC strives to provide timely, thorough, accurate legal advice and strategic counseling with an absolute commitment to ethical conduct and exceptional client service to collaboratively solve and prevent problems.Our primary emphasis is on effective preventive law. It is our goal to serve the University by helping to ensure legal compliance in all areas and to minimize legal risks and costs to the University. We strive to give sound, timely legal advice and assistance to prevent legal problems and to effectively resolve any disputes involving the University. We have several education initiatives designed to proactively enhance client awareness of potential legal issues, compliance obligations and best practices.We also provide vigorous representation of the University in matters that enter litigation or other dispute resolution arenas.Worksite Option: This position is on-site.What You'll Need to SucceedMinimum Qualifications:A juris doctor degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association.At least 10 years of significant and broad-based legal experience.Membership in good standing with the Kansas Bar or membership in another U.S. jurisdiction with the ability to obtain Kansas licensure within one year of hire.Personal Traits and Attributes:A demonstrated commitment to excellence, intellectual curiosity, strong work ethic and integrity.Outstanding executive leadership skills with proven ability to support and counsel a large and complex organization with various constituencies.Enthusiasm for university life, and the confidence necessary to engage with high-level administrative and academic officials in a fast-paced setting.Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively (both orally and in written form).Readiness to lead in a time of change; ability to bring out the best in each team member by consistently motivating, coaching and acknowledging contributions.Capacity to work proactively, collaboratively and as a member of a team, while empowering direct reports, emphasizing accountability and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.Comfortability with change and the ability to pivot quickly as needs and priorities change.High ethical standards, a strong moral compass, integrity, courage and perseverance.How to ApplyMajor, Lindsey & Africa is assisting Kansas State University with this search. All applications, nominations and inquiries should be directed to
this link .To apply, visit
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About This RoleReporting directly to Kansas State's president, the vice president for legal affairs and general counsel is the principal legal officer for the university, with overall responsibility for the vision and leadership of the university's legal strategy.A valued member of the leadership team and president's cabinet, the general counsel provides advice and counsel on all significant legal matters and serves as a strategic thought partner on key issues impacting the university. The general counsel also is responsible for leading and managing K-State's Office of the General Counsel, or OGC.The Office of General Counsel (OGC) provides strategic, preventive and responsive legal advice and representation to the university and its leaders. Responsibilities include:Client counselingLegal researchInternal dispute resolutionLitigation before state and federal courts and regulatory agenciesPolicy review and developmentContract review and negotiationLegal presentations and training seminarsOther duties concerning the array of legal issues arising in the context of higher educationThe OGC provides advice and representation to university administrators on topics including employment issues, nondiscrimination, constitutional rights, tort liability, public safety issues, crisis management, intellectual property, contracts, organizational governance, research, international activities, student issues, real estate, tax and other legal matters. The primary emphasis is on effective preventive law. The OGC strives to provide timely, thorough, accurate legal advice and strategic counseling with an absolute commitment to ethical conduct and exceptional client service to collaboratively solve and prevent problems.Our primary emphasis is on effective preventive law. It is our goal to serve the University by helping to ensure legal compliance in all areas and to minimize legal risks and costs to the University. We strive to give sound, timely legal advice and assistance to prevent legal problems and to effectively resolve any disputes involving the University. We have several education initiatives designed to proactively enhance client awareness of potential legal issues, compliance obligations and best practices.We also provide vigorous representation of the University in matters that enter litigation or other dispute resolution arenas.Worksite Option: This position is on-site.What You'll Need to SucceedMinimum Qualifications:A juris doctor degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association.At least 10 years of significant and broad-based legal experience.Membership in good standing with the Kansas Bar or membership in another U.S. jurisdiction with the ability to obtain Kansas licensure within one year of hire.Personal Traits and Attributes:A demonstrated commitment to excellence, intellectual curiosity, strong work ethic and integrity.Outstanding executive leadership skills with proven ability to support and counsel a large and complex organization with various constituencies.Enthusiasm for university life, and the confidence necessary to engage with high-level administrative and academic officials in a fast-paced setting.Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively (both orally and in written form).Readiness to lead in a time of change; ability to bring out the best in each team member by consistently motivating, coaching and acknowledging contributions.Capacity to work proactively, collaboratively and as a member of a team, while empowering direct reports, emphasizing accountability and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.Comfortability with change and the ability to pivot quickly as needs and priorities change.High ethical standards, a strong moral compass, integrity, courage and perseverance.How to ApplyMajor, Lindsey & Africa is assisting Kansas State University with this search. All applications, nominations and inquiries should be directed to
this link .To apply, visit
this link .
#J-18808-Ljbffr