General Counsel/ Vp For Legal Affairs

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General Counsel/ VP for Legal Affairs
The candidate assists in formulating and implementing institutional strategies for preventing legal challenges; Drafts and reviews legal documents including, contracts, memoranda of agreement, memoranda of law, policies and procedures; Advises management on issues related to all federal, state, & local laws, rules, & ordinances relating to labor & employment, including Title VII, Title IX, ADEA, ADA, PHRA, PFPO, FMLA, FLSA, & OSHA; Provides support and advisement to administrators for compliance with affirmative action statutes for all employment categories and with equal opportunity statutes and regulations for academic employment and student matters; Develops contracts for legal services and retains and manages outside counsel on behalf of the University. Work closely and collaboratively with various areas of the University, such as Human Resources, Student Affairs and Campus Security. A Juris Doctorate degree required from an ABA accredited law school is required. Must be admitted in good standing in Louisiana or other state bar; admission to Louisiana bar required within 1 year of appointment. Should preferably have 5+ years’ legal experience. Experience working in higher education or employment law is highly preferred.

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