Executive Legal Counsel Office Of The President

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Executive Legal Counsel, Office of the President
The candidate will provide legal guidance on a wide range of challenging issues, including: litigation, employment and labor law, compliance and contractual agreements, governance, fundraising, and immigration. Report directly to the President and will have wide latitude for independent judgment. Serve as the College's the campus Ethics Officer and Records Access Officer, an as the College’s liaison to the University's Office of Legal Affairs. Serve as senior legal advisor to the President and members of the Executive Cabinet. Provide legal support to all levels of College management, faculty, and staff. Provide ongoing legal counsel and advice to College staff in areas related to contract and commercial matters involving College and College-affiliated entities. Handle the administration and interpretation of the University By-Laws, University and College policies and procedures, College governance charter, and various collective bargaining agreements. Provide legal opinions to the President, management, and employees on legal matters such as conflicts of interest, personnel issues, collections, intellectual property, and student and administrative issues. Assist appropriate University, College, and other State and Federal officials in maintaining compliance with EEO, ADEA, ADA, Title VI, Title VII, and Title IX. Negotiate, draft, edit, and review a wide range of proposed, pending, and renewal contracts, including agreements with donors, suppliers, and internal and external business partners. Respond to policy and procedural inquiries from various college, university, and government officials. Review subpoenas and requests for information under the Public Information Act. Develop effective and persuasive legal and transactional correspondence and documents. Conduct investigations and advising on compliance issues. Ensure compliance with promotional and tenure standards and multiple position policy promulgated by the University. Provide time-sensitive reports and information to external sources such as the New York Commission on Public Integrity. Work with the Office of the General Counsel in managing and supporting litigation and administrative cases involving College officers, faculty, and employees. Perform other related duties as assigned by the President. A Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of related experience required. A JD, be admitted to the N.Y. State Bar, and 8+ years of related experience, preferably in a higher education environment required. Excellent communication, interpersonal, conflict resolution, and organizational skills as well as excellent judgment required.
Deadline: September 7, 2016.

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