The Office of the Senior Vice President & General Counsel of Johns Hopkins University seeks applications to fill a position of Associate General Counsel (Compliance) and Deputy Chief Compliance Officer, which will be generally responsible for assisting the University’s Chief Compliance Officer and Senior Associate General Counsel with overseeing and managing the University’s compliance function and compliance risk management. The role will focus primarily on:
Advising the university on a wide range of compliance matters,
Leading the development and review of university policies, and
Overseeing the university’s compliance and ethics hotline.
The Office of the Senior Vice President & General Counsel provides legal counsel and representation to Johns Hopkins University and all its schools, divisions, affiliates, and related entities. The office serves the legal needs of university trustees, officers, deans, directors, faculty, and staff in their official capacities. The office is also responsible for hiring and managing all outside counsel to represent the university and its units.
The Associate General Counsel and Deputy Chief Compliance Officer will report to the Senior Vice President & General Counsel and will work as part of a team led by the Senior Associate General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer. This position will provide legal advice on a full range of federal, state, and local laws and regulations, and advise on university policies and procedures. Under the supervision of the Senior Associate General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer, the Associate General Counsel and Deputy Chief Compliance Officer will also lead two key aspects of the university’s compliance function:
The cross-institution team of officials that review, revise, and shepherd university policies through the leadership approval process, and
Management of the compliance hotline, which serves as a critical reporting resource for constituents across the institution.
Applicants with a demonstrated commitment and/or contribution to diversity, equity, and inclusion are welcome to apply.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Advise the university on legal issues related to a wide range of compliance matters.
Work with senior university and divisional staff, including representatives from the Provost’s Office, Finance and Administration, General Counsel’s Office, and divisional deans’ offices to initiate, develop, review, revise, and manage all university policies.
Oversee and manage the operation of the university’s compliance hotline, including supervising the dissemination of reports to the appropriate officials as deemed necessary, ensuring tracking, investigation, and resolution of such reports.
Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Law Degree from an accredited institution.
At least 6 years of experience as a legal professional.
Must be licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction and in good standing.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience providing legal counsel to an institution of higher education, particularly one associated with an academic medical center, is strongly preferred.
Experience with providing legal counsel on compliance matters is strongly preferred.
Excellent analytical, interpersonal, and oral and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently in a highly complex organization.
Superb professional judgment and high ethical standards.
Attention to detail and ability to manage a high volume of work and multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work with senior university leadership, including executives and faculty leadership.
A strong sense of humor.
Classified Title:
Associate General Counsel
Starting Salary Range:
$135,900 - $238,400 Annually (Commensurate w/ exp.)
Employee group:
Full Time
Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm
FLSA Status:
Exempt
Location:
Hybrid / Homewood Campus
Department name:
VP and General Counsel Office of
Personnel area:
University Administration
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