Hutto ISD
Description/Notes
Primary Purpose
Provide comprehensive in‑house legal counsel to the Superintendent, Board of Trustees, and district leadership to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws and to protect and advance the district’s legal and operational interests. Serve as the district’s chief legal advisor, overseeing all legal services, coordinating with outside counsel as needed, and providing proactive guidance on policy, contracts, governance, regulatory matters, and strategic initiatives.
Qualifications Education / Certification
Law degree from an American Bar Association–approved law school
Licensed to practice law in the State of Texas
Member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas
Experience
Minimum five years of progressively responsible experience in public or private legal practice, with emphasis on education law, employment law, or representation of governmental entities
Experience advising governing boards, public agencies, or school districts preferred
Specific experience in Texas public education law, including TEA rules, school funding, accountability, and special education, preferred
Experience handling complex litigation, appellate matters, or significant negotiated transactions preferred
Prior experience managing outside counsel, litigation, or complex legal matters highly desirable
Special Knowledge / Skills
Comprehensive knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relating to public education
Demonstrated legal research, litigation, and writing skills
Specific knowledge related to employment law, regular education law, and special education law as they pertain to school districts
Skill in interpreting law, policy, and procedures, particularly in the areas of school, contract, and employment law
Knowledge of investigation practices, hearing procedures, and legal proceedings
Thorough understanding of the legislative process and its implications for public education
Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management and stakeholders
Ability to explain complex legal issues in plain language to non‑lawyers (administrators, board, community)
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and public relations skills
Ability to formulate and present clear legal recommendations and arguments
Skill in maintaining confidentiality of privileged and sensitive information
Ability to work collaboratively across a complex organization and numerous stakeholders
Experience working with external stakeholders (legal firms, governmental agencies, media)
Proficiency with legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw, Lexis, State databases) and electronic systems
Experience maintaining case management systems or legal tracking software
Ability to use data and metrics to track workload, risk, and performance
Familiarity with document management, e‑discovery, redaction tools, and workflow systems
Professional & Personal Attributes
Strong ethics, integrity, discretion, and ability to maintain confidentiality
Calmness under pressure, sound judgment, resilience
Political and interpersonal sensitivity, diplomatic approach to complex stakeholder environments (Board, media, community)
Active engagement in relevant professional organizations (e.g., Council of School Attorneys (COSA), Texas Association of School Boards (TASB), Texas School Attorneys Roundtable, State Bar committees) preferred
Commitment to continued growth in the education law field
Salary Range:
$122,795 - $166,133
How To Apply:
https://www.applitrack.com/huttoisd/onlineapp/
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Provide comprehensive in‑house legal counsel to the Superintendent, Board of Trustees, and district leadership to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws and to protect and advance the district’s legal and operational interests. Serve as the district’s chief legal advisor, overseeing all legal services, coordinating with outside counsel as needed, and providing proactive guidance on policy, contracts, governance, regulatory matters, and strategic initiatives.
Qualifications Education / Certification
Law degree from an American Bar Association–approved law school
Licensed to practice law in the State of Texas
Member in good standing with the State Bar of Texas
Experience
Minimum five years of progressively responsible experience in public or private legal practice, with emphasis on education law, employment law, or representation of governmental entities
Experience advising governing boards, public agencies, or school districts preferred
Specific experience in Texas public education law, including TEA rules, school funding, accountability, and special education, preferred
Experience handling complex litigation, appellate matters, or significant negotiated transactions preferred
Prior experience managing outside counsel, litigation, or complex legal matters highly desirable
Special Knowledge / Skills
Comprehensive knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relating to public education
Demonstrated legal research, litigation, and writing skills
Specific knowledge related to employment law, regular education law, and special education law as they pertain to school districts
Skill in interpreting law, policy, and procedures, particularly in the areas of school, contract, and employment law
Knowledge of investigation practices, hearing procedures, and legal proceedings
Thorough understanding of the legislative process and its implications for public education
Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management and stakeholders
Ability to explain complex legal issues in plain language to non‑lawyers (administrators, board, community)
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and public relations skills
Ability to formulate and present clear legal recommendations and arguments
Skill in maintaining confidentiality of privileged and sensitive information
Ability to work collaboratively across a complex organization and numerous stakeholders
Experience working with external stakeholders (legal firms, governmental agencies, media)
Proficiency with legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw, Lexis, State databases) and electronic systems
Experience maintaining case management systems or legal tracking software
Ability to use data and metrics to track workload, risk, and performance
Familiarity with document management, e‑discovery, redaction tools, and workflow systems
Professional & Personal Attributes
Strong ethics, integrity, discretion, and ability to maintain confidentiality
Calmness under pressure, sound judgment, resilience
Political and interpersonal sensitivity, diplomatic approach to complex stakeholder environments (Board, media, community)
Active engagement in relevant professional organizations (e.g., Council of School Attorneys (COSA), Texas Association of School Boards (TASB), Texas School Attorneys Roundtable, State Bar committees) preferred
Commitment to continued growth in the education law field
Salary Range:
$122,795 - $166,133
How To Apply:
https://www.applitrack.com/huttoisd/onlineapp/
#J-18808-Ljbffr