General Counsel and Vice President Public Policy and Govt Affairs

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General Counsel and Vice President , Public Policy and Govt Affairs
The candidate will be responsible for the conduct, coordination, and management of the internal and external legal affairs of the College, the oversight of the formulation, review and approval of policies and procedures of the College, and local, state and federal relations matters. Daily; Assumes responsibility for the coordination of all internal and external legal affairs of the College. Provides and manages the provision of legal and policy advice on College related issues to the District Board of Trustees, the President and other members of the College staff. Acts as legal counsel for the College in all administrative and court proceedings unless such representation is effected through outside counsel Under the supervision of the President, appoints, supervises and manages the activities of staff and outside legal counsel for the College in the conduct of legal matters and litigation involving the College. Assumes responsibility for the coordination and management of legal matters involving faculty, staff and students including but not limited to College governance, employment, intellectual and real property, facilities, contracts.Monthly; Assists in the collection, organization, and preparation of legal memoranda, reports and other information as directed by the President. Acts as liaison between the College and attorneys adverse to or representing the College. Quarterly; Monitors changes in state and federal laws and rules that affect the operation of the College, review College policies and procedures, and drafts such revision and new policies or procedures as may be required. In cooperation with appropriate staff members, coordinates the activities of College staff and committees in the conduct of student and employee disciplinary proceedings, grievances and appeals. Monitors "best practices" and in collaboration with various campus constituency groups develops, drafts, and assists in the implementation of programmatic and policy enhancements, consistent with the College's values, vision and mission, and as required by changing environments, technological advances and appropriate service and delivery strategies. Serves on College and external task forces and committees. Designs and implements programs for preventing legal problems. Responsible for developing and evaluating new legislation and legislative initiatives; reviewing existing legislation and legislative initiatives; and identifying emerging higher education issues and appropriate responses thereto. Designs and coordinates ongoing legislative campaigns of programs, events, personal visits, and written and graphic information aimed at enhancing the College's political effectiveness by creating an informed, loyal, and engaged local legislative delegation, business community, and College community. Engages as a liaison active with other agencies, organizations, and associations, including monitoring and providing information to the Florida Legislature, Executive Cabinet, the State Board of Education, other local, state and national organizations, and members of Congress. Annually; Develops budget and overall strategy for both, the legal department and the government affairs department. Must have Law degree from a regionally accredited law school. Admitted to and in good standing with the Florida Bar is essential. Must have 10+ years of legal experience; demonstrated ability to lead executives, demonstrated commitment to diversity; and, a commitment to integrity. Admitted to and in good standing with the Florida Bar is essential. Excellent computer skill is essential.

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