Assistant University Counsel
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Job Number: P1130
Work Type: Administrative
Location: Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Categories: Legal Affairs
Job Title
Assistant University Counsel
Department
Legal Assistant
Salary
Commensurate with experience
Job Summary/Basic Function
The Assistant University Counsel position practices across the full range of higher education legal issues, with opportunities to build on existing relevant expertise and to develop additional practice areas.
Serve as a direct report to the University Counsel and Board Secretary, provide legal advice and counsel necessary and desirable to serve the University's legal interest. Provide legal interpretation or opinion, establishing mechanisms and following steps to maintain awareness of current developments in the area of law and education. Advise top administrators, faculty, and staff on matters of legal concern; inform individual employees and/or entire departments of potential practices that may lead to individual or institutional liability. Recommend the implementation or revision of policies and procedures as needed. Interact with members of the legal profession, officials of the state and federal government, and others as required to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position. Communicate to the University community current legal practices or positions held by the Attorney General and Reporter of the State of Tennessee and Office of University Counsel and perform other related tasks and special projects as assigned.
Attorneys holding this position will be expected to work independently on the matters assigned to them and collaboratively with colleagues in the Office of the University Counsel and across the University.
The above statement describes the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified.
Required Education
J.D. from an American Bar Association accredited law school.
Required Related Experience
At least five (5) years of full-time, progressively responsible relevant legal experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
Licensed in good standing to practice law in Tennessee or eligible for admission to the Tennessee Bar.
Desirable Related Experience
Prior higher education and/or state/federal governmental experience preferred, or similar experience in the private sector.
Documents Needed to Apply
Cover Letter & Resume Required
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MTSU offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:
- Sick Leave
- Vacation Leave for Administrative/Classified Staff/12-month Faculty
- 13 paid University holidays
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Retirement plans
- Optional 401K and 403B Deferred Compensation Plans
- Educational benefits for the employee and their spouse and dependents
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MTSU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer that values diversity in all its forms. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligibility for U.S. employment is required before employment (Immigration Control Act of 1986). Clery Act crime statistics for MTSU are available at https://w1.mtsu.edu/police/annual-security-report.php or by contacting MTSU Public Safety at (615) 898-2424.
MTSU is a Tobacco & Drug-Free campus.
This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you will be required to provide information about your criminal history to be considered.
For individuals requiring reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position with MTSU, please call 615-898-2929 or email emp@mtsu.edu.
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Application Review Date: March 12, 2025
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