Assistant or Associate General Counsel

Position Details

Position Information

Department General Counsel Office (UPR)

Position Title Specialist 1-Assoc Gen Counsel

Job Title Assistant or Associate General Counsel

Appointment Type Professional Faculty

Job Location Corvallis

Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible

Remote or Hybrid option?

Job Summary

The Office of the General Counsel is seeking an Assistant or Associate General Counsel. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE ), 12-month, professional faculty position.

The AGC will join the Vice President and General Counsel, who reports directly to the president, and five other attorneys in an energetic, collaborative office that provides legal advice to a broad range of university academic and administrative senior leadership and offices and to the university's Board of Trustees. A link to the OGC webpage can be foundhere (~~~) .

The OGC is a fast-paced, high-volume workplace. Its attorneys handle multiple, unrelated matters concurrently. The AGC must be able to complete complex projects both independently and with direction from the Vice President and General Counsel and Senior Associate General Counsel, as needed. The AGC will work with a variety of university administrators and must have or develop knowledge of legal areas that may include labor and employment, civil rights, constitutional law, public records, public finance, student affairs, intellectual property, technology transfer, information technology, research transactions, design and construction transactions, procurement, purchasing and contracts, real property matters, risk management, law enforcement and compliance. This position may report to a Senior Associate General Counsel.

The Office of General Counsel is dedicated to providing a welcoming and inclusive work environment, in which each individual is treated with dignity and respect and is valued for their contribution to success at Oregon State University.

Why OSU?

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don't wait for challenges to present themselves - we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS :

-Top 1.4% university in the world

-More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined

-1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.

-2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties

-7cultural resource centers (~~~) that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone

-100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates

-35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color

-217k+ alumni worldwide

-For more interesting facts about OSU visit:~~~

Locations

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State's beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America's best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package

Oregon State University offers acomprehensive benefits package (~~~) with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:

-Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.

-Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.

-Retirement savings paid by the university.

-A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.

-Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.

-Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.

-Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.

Future and current OSU employees can use theBenefits Calculator (~~~) to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU .

Key Responsibilities

100% - Advise university units and leaders in areas of law that may include labor and employment, civil rights, constitutional law, public records, public finance, student affairs, intellectual property, technology transfer, information technology, research transactions, design and construction transactions, procurement, purchasing and contracts, real property matters, risk management and compliance. Performs other duties as assigned, such as contributing to OSU's Diversity Action Plan goals outlined within Prosperity Widely Shared.

What You Will Need

IF ASSISTANT

J.D. required from an accredited law school, a strong academic record AND at least 5 years' experience as a practicing lawyer with substantial civil law experience.

Current membership in the Oregon State Bar or eligible for admission at earliest opportunity.

Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively to solve problems by developing practical solutions that combine legal considerations with program and policy objectives.

Demonstrated ability to analyze and clearly communicate options for decision makers as they weigh risks and benefits of potential innovations, projects, or other courses of action.

Superb judgment; excellent and clear analytical, interpersonal, and oral and written communication skills; and impeccable professional discretion.

Demonstrated ability to engage in flexible and critical thinking.

Demonstrated ability to provide high quality legal advice and work products in a fast-paced, high-volume workplace.

Demonstrated ability to handle multiple, unrelated matters concurrently.

Demonstrated ability to learn and advise in diverse areas of the law.

Demonstrated ability to work with a wide array of interpersonal and communication styles, as well as varying viewpoints, diverse backgrounds, and agendas.

Experience advising a complex organization on a broad range of legal issues or advising clients managing a broad range of complex issues.

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

If ASSOCIATE

In addition to all the minimum (required) qualifications listed for Assistant:

An additional 5 years' experience as a practicing lawyer.

At least 5 years' experience representing institutions of higher education.

Demonstrated ability to mentor other attorneys and staff and to serve as a leader in the Office of General Counsel.

Demonstrated ability to act for the Vice President and General Counsel in a substantial breadth of topic areas in their absence.

Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in high profile and high-stakes situations.

What We Would Like You to Have

If Assistant, experience representing an institution of higher education.

If Assistant or Associate

Experience structuring complex business transactions.

Experience representing or advising government entities

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

Pay Method Salary

Pay Period 1st through the last day of the month

Pay Date Last working day of the month

Recommended Full-Time Salary Range $148,000 - $205,000

Link to Position Description

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Posting Detail Information

Posting Number P08739UF

Number of Vacancies 1

Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 04/01/2025

Anticipated Appointment End Date

Posting Date 01/06/2025

Full Consideration Date 01/21/2025

Closing Date 02/11/2025

Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants

Special Instructions to Applicants

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by January 21, 2025.Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents

1) A resume/CV; and

2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position. In the event you have experience that meets any of the preferred qualifications, please include in your cover letter a detailed explanation of any such experience and how it meets the preferred qualification(s).

You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.

For additional information please contact: Heather Cashell at ~~~ or ~~~.

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

Starting salary within the salary range will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has "critical or security-sensitive" responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at ourBackground Checks (~~~) website including thefor candidates (~~~) section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU's Employee and Labor Relations team ~~~.

Supplemental Questions

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OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.