University of Tennessee System
Associate General Counsel, Office of the General Counsel - UT System Administrat
University of Tennessee System, Memphis, Tennessee, us, 37544
Associate General Counsel, Office of the General Counsel – UT System Administration (Memphis)
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Associate General Counsel
position at the
University of Tennessee System .
This role is part of the Office of the General Counsel (OGC), representing the University of Tennessee, a statewide system of public higher education. The primary focus is advising administrators at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) and supporting Graduate Medical Education across the state.
Location: Memphis, Tennessee
Responsibilities
Advising administrators at UTHSC on employment law and academic, faculty, and student affairs.
Counseling on academic policies, faculty, staff, trainees (residents and fellows), employment policies, First Amendment, Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Clery Act, FERPA, ADA, and student conduct.
Supporting Graduate Medical Education statewide.
Providing work direction to assigned paralegals, legal secretaries, and law clerks.
Advising and traveling to other campuses and institutes in the University system as needed.
Qualifications
J.D. from an ABA‑accredited law school.
Active 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 and excellent academic record.
Exceptional analytical, problem‑solving, diplomatic, and oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple, demanding tasks and 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 the 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.
Litigation experience.
Higher‑education experience.
Pay Scale Type Market Range 20 with salary negotiable within budgetary parameters based on qualifications and experience.
Materials Required for Consideration
Letter of application.
Resume.
Three references knowledgeable of applicant’s legal skills and experience.
Application Process
Submit a letter of interest, resume, and three professional references.
Review of applications will begin immediately.
Benefits The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent health care 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. Tennessee residents do not pay a state income tax.
About Us The University of Tennessee System is the state’s oldest higher education institution and preeminent public university. The UT System comprises campuses at Knoxville, Chattanooga, Pulaski, and Martin; the Health Science Center at Memphis; and statewide institutes of agriculture and public service. With a presence in each of Tennessee’s 95 counties and through combined education, research, and outreach, the University serves students, business and industry, schools, governments, organizations, and residents statewide.
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Associate General Counsel
position at the
University of Tennessee System .
This role is part of the Office of the General Counsel (OGC), representing the University of Tennessee, a statewide system of public higher education. The primary focus is advising administrators at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) and supporting Graduate Medical Education across the state.
Location: Memphis, Tennessee
Responsibilities
Advising administrators at UTHSC on employment law and academic, faculty, and student affairs.
Counseling on academic policies, faculty, staff, trainees (residents and fellows), employment policies, First Amendment, Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Clery Act, FERPA, ADA, and student conduct.
Supporting Graduate Medical Education statewide.
Providing work direction to assigned paralegals, legal secretaries, and law clerks.
Advising and traveling to other campuses and institutes in the University system as needed.
Qualifications
J.D. from an ABA‑accredited law school.
Active 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 and excellent academic record.
Exceptional analytical, problem‑solving, diplomatic, and oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple, demanding tasks and 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 the 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.
Litigation experience.
Higher‑education experience.
Pay Scale Type Market Range 20 with salary negotiable within budgetary parameters based on qualifications and experience.
Materials Required for Consideration
Letter of application.
Resume.
Three references knowledgeable of applicant’s legal skills and experience.
Application Process
Submit a letter of interest, resume, and three professional references.
Review of applications will begin immediately.
Benefits The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent health care 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. Tennessee residents do not pay a state income tax.
About Us The University of Tennessee System is the state’s oldest higher education institution and preeminent public university. The UT System comprises campuses at Knoxville, Chattanooga, Pulaski, and Martin; the Health Science Center at Memphis; and statewide institutes of agriculture and public service. With a presence in each of Tennessee’s 95 counties and through combined education, research, and outreach, the University serves students, business and industry, schools, governments, organizations, and residents statewide.
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