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Houston Community College System

Deputy General Counsel

Houston Community College System, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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JOB SUMMARY Deputy General Counsel reports directly to the General Counsel and is responsible for managing the daily operations of the Legal Services Department of the Office of the General Counsel.

Assists the General Counsel in providing legal advice and counsel to the Governing Board of HCC, the Chancellor, and College.

The Deputy General Counsel has responsibilities in areas of actual and potential legal liability, including but not limited to, reviewing and drafting contracts, advising on personnel matters, providing representation in internal administrative proceedings, interpreting federal and state laws and regulations, interpreting system policies, regulations, and rules, developing and drafting policies and procedures.

Executive level staff at HCC are system-wide leaders that share the responsibility to collaboratively support the one-college vision articulated in our strategic plan – Embracing Houston’s Future – with college strategic priorities as measurable manifestations of our shared Mission, Vision, and Values.

Responsible for the design, execution, and effectiveness of a system of internal controls which provides reasonable assurance that operations are effective and efficient, assets are safeguarded, financial information is reliable and compliant with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures.

Manages Talent Engagement activities for direct reports in regards to: recruiting and selection, hiring and termination, training, development, mentoring, counseling, and performance evaluations.

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