Associate General Counsel

Alliance College-Ready Public Schools

Alliance College-Ready Public Schools is one of the largest and most successful nonprofit public charter school networks in the nation, operating 26 high-performing schools that serve nearly 13,000 students from Los Angeles' Latinx, Black, and immigrant communities. Recognized nationally by U.S. News & World Report, Newsweek, and state departments, our schools have a 95% graduation rate since 2004. We aim to provide unparalleled educational opportunities fostering scholarly thought, resilience, communication, wellness, and community advocacy.

Role Summary

Reporting to the General Counsel, the Associate General Counsel will develop legal strategies and manage legal matters focusing on employment law and employee relations. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the legal activities of Alliance and its schools.

Essential Responsibilities

1. Provide legal advice on employment issues, including employee relations, discrimination, harassment, and wage laws;
2. Guide on California education code, charter law, governance, real estate, labor, special education, and discipline;
3. Render legal opinions and recommendations based on laws and policies;
4. Draft or oversee contracts, leases, and legal documents;
5. Conduct legal research, draft memoranda, policies, and review contracts;
6. Manage litigation, mediations, and arbitrations;
7. Coordinate with outside counsel and review their work;
8. Advise school leaders and executive staff on legal matters;
9. Participate in Board meetings providing legal counsel;
10. Perform other duties as assigned.

The Ideal Candidates Will Have

• Commitment to Alliance’s educational philosophy;
• Strong belief in scholars’ potential;
• Deep knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, especially California Education Code;
• Proven experience in legal planning, organization, and providing legal services in nonprofits or public agencies;
• Project management skills with strategic translation abilities;
• Ability to build relationships with stakeholders and work effectively in teams;
• Independent and collaborative work capabilities;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google applications;
• Entrepreneurial spirit for a fast-paced environment;
• Willingness to contribute beyond core duties.

Minimum Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school;
• Admitted to the California State Bar;
• At least six (6) years of legal experience in employment, litigation, labor, or education law.

Work Location

This hybrid role involves remote work, office presence, and travel to school sites. A $400 work-from-home setup allowance and a $100 monthly stipend are provided.

Benefits

We offer competitive salaries, retirement, health benefits, and a commitment to equity. This is an exempt position with additional benefits including hiring bonuses, relocation assistance, comprehensive health coverage, retirement contributions, paid leave, and professional development funds.

Salary Range: $130,000 - $173,500

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit an application. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We do not sponsor visas.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We are committed to an inclusive, anti-racist, pro-Black community, celebrating diversity among staff and students. Our team reflects this commitment, and we aim to empower underserved communities through education.

We require all staff to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, with exemptions available for medical reasons. We encourage applicants who meet some qualifications to apply, even if not all criteria are met. For questions, contact