Associate Counsel

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Associate Counsel
The candidate will serve as the lead counsel on student affairs issues at a major research university with over 34,000 students. Provides legal advice to various university administrators and staff members on student issues, including first amendment issues, Title IX compliance, FERPA compliance, ADA and FHA compliance, Clery Act compliance, and ICRA compliance. Advises and works closely with the office of student conduct regarding student disciplinary cases. May also be asked to provide advice on study abroad matters and to draft and negotiate agreements for student internships and student exchanges. Advises the office of risk management, coordinates with the Iowa Attorney General’s Office regarding non-employment litigation, investigates and handles external charges brought by students with civil rights agencies (e.g. Iowa Civil Rights Commission, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, etc.) and responds to subpoenas served on the University. Must have Juris Doctor or equivalent degree and 4 years relevant experience. Experience which demonstrates a broad knowledge of student affairs issues, including Title IX, FERPA regulations, and student discipline preferred. Experience advising on risk management issues desired. Civil litigation experience or experience with supervision of civil litigation. Experience working in a higher education or similar complex institution preferred.

Posting Close Date: March 16, 2020.

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