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| Company: | TUSD - The University of South Dakota, SD | ||
| Job Title: | JDHuntr - Assistant General Counsel $109,000 – $115,000 |
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| Job Category: | General Corporate / Education [ View All General Corporate Jobs ] | ||
| Job Reference: | 87396 | ||
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| Under the direction of the General Counsel, the Assistant General Counsel provides legal advice and support to administrators, faculty, and staff within a university setting. Responsibilities include, in coordination with relevant legal offices, advising on the application of state and federal laws; drafting, reviewing, and revising university policies; and conducting legal and policy analysis on a range of institutional issues. The role also involves reviewing complaints and supporting or advising on investigations on behalf of university leadership when appropriate, as well as drafting, editing, and reviewing contracts and other legal agreements. In addition, the position assists in determining when matters should be outsourced and collaborates with outside counsel as needed. The Assistant General Counsel may also represent the institution or its officials in various legal proceedings. Assistant General Counsel NFE03110P Location: Vermillion, SD Job Type: Full time ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION: - Provide legal advice on and assistance in the development of proposed or pending administrative actions, decisions, or policies; - Help administrators and their staff understand the legal causes and effects of their administrative actions and provide information about legal developments of interest to specific administrators; - Complete special assignments at the request of the University General Counsel; - Conduct and oversee research into a variety of legal issues. Provide analysis of legal and policy issues; - Write, edit, and finalize reports, opinions, correspondence, articles, and other documents; - Assist with multi-department teams to study and/or evaluate a variety of issues and provide services as needed; -Represent the University in administrative and court proceedings. ABILITIES & SKILLS: The successful applicant will: - Efficiently conduct legal research; - Effectively handle multiple tasks focused on University objectives; - Work with a sense of urgency and responsiveness when dealing with clients; - Be a consummate team player who is solutions-oriented and has a demonstrated ability to build relationships with various constituencies; - Act in accordance with the highest ethical and professional standards; - Be a strong communicator who can draft, edit, and review legal opinions and other written materials so that they are accurate and clear to both legal and non-legal audiences; - Confidently and competently engage with high-level administrative and academic officials in a fast-paced setting; - Read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, reports, and legal documents; - Respond to common inquiries or complaints from various constituencies, including regulatory agencies and members of the business community; and - Effectively present information to management, public groups, and employees of organizations and/or administrators. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: - A Juris Doctorate degree; - Five years of general law practice; - License to practice law in South Dakota or eligibility for admission to the South Dakota Bar at the first opportunity (the successful applicant must be admitted within one year of hire); - Excellent research, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills and superb professional and personal judgment; - Commitment to professional development, continued learning, and associational standards. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: - Experience representing a public institution of higher education or system office; - Experience working at a public institution of higher education or system office; - Demonstrated understanding of legal issues faced by public institutions of higher education; and - Experience working with public entities and Boards; OFFICE LOCATION: Office will be located in Vermillion, South Dakota. Advertised Salary Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications within the range, which is from $109,000-115,000 Assistant General Counsel $109,000 – $115,000 The University of South Dakota 87396 |
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| Company: | TUSD - The University of South Dakota | ||
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| Employment type: | Full Time | ||
| Salary: | $109,000 – $115,000 | ||
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| Degree: | JD | ||
| Experience (year): | Unspecified | ||
| Job Location: | Vermillion, SD USA | ||
| Zip/Postal Code: | 57069 | ||
| Post Date: | 06/26/2026 | ||
| More Details: | Click here to read more about this job. | ||
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