Assistant / Associate General Counsel, Office of the General Counsel - UT System

This position is part of the Office of the General Counsel (OGC), which represents The University of Tennessee, a statewide system of public higher education. This position will be involved in proactively advising a diverse group of University leaders on matters relating to academic, faculty, and student affairs, including but not limited to academic policies, faculty employment policies, academic freedom, First Amendment, ADA, Title IX, Clery Act, FERPA, and student conduct. Specific areas of  responsibility will be determined based on University and office needs and the successful candidate’s interests and substantive background. 

The position is located in Knoxville, Tennessee, but responsibilities of the position will involve service and travel to all campuses and institutes in the University system

Responsibilities will include proactively advising a diverse group of University leaders on matters relating to academic, faculty, and student affairs, including but not limited to academic policies, faculty employment policies, academic freedom, First Amendment, ADA, Title IX, Clery Act, FERPA, and student conduct.

J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school; Tennessee law license or eligibility for Tennessee license; five (5) years of civil practice experience in a law firm or in a corporate, higher education, or government legal office; record of outstanding achievements as a practicing attorney; excellent academic record; exceptional analytical, problem-solving, diplomatic, and oral and written communication skills; demonstrated ability to manage multiple, demanding tasks; demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks and work independently in a highly collegial and high-performing environment; highly versatile set of legal skills; pragmatic and objective business acumen and ability to recognize the broader consequences of legal advice; ability to perceive and explain to non-lawyers the practical application of law and policy in complex situations; high degree of personal integrity, sound judgment, and a commitment to accountability; initiative and intellectual curiosity.

• Preferred Qualifications: 
• More than ten (10) years of experience in the practice of law; higher education experience.
• Materials Required for Consideration: 
• Letter of application, resume, and three references knowledgeable of applicant’s legal skills and experience.

Benefits
The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits and much more. Additionally, Tennessee residents do not pay a state income tax. For more information on the University of Tennessee’s benefits, visit https://hr.tennessee.edu/benefits/ 

The University of Tennessee System is the state’s oldest higher education institution and preeminent public university. The UT System is comprised of campuses at Knoxville, Chattanooga, Pulaski and Martin; the Health Science Center at Memphis; and the statewide Institute of Agriculture and Institute for Public Service. With a presence in each of Tennessee’s 95 counties and through the combined force of education, research and outreach, the University serves students, business and industry, schools, governments, organizations and residents statewide.