Montgomery College
Montgomery College, located just north of Washington, D.C. in Maryland, seeks a dynamic candidate for the full‑time Assistant General Counsel in the Office of General Counsel. This is a non‑bargaining, exempt, grade 37 position located at the Central Services Campus in Rockville, Maryland. Montgomery College promotes a working environment rooted in fairness, belonging, and inclusiveness. The position is eligible for telework one day a week, subject to change based on unit needs.
Job Description The Office of General Counsel provides legal representation, advice, and counsel in a variety of substantive areas of law affecting the College. This position will focus primarily on business and transactions, including construction, data security, environmental health and safety, finance, grants, information technology, insurance, intellectual property, land use, leases, maintenance agreements, procurement, public‑private partnerships, real estate, regulatory compliance, risk management, and tax.
Duties
Draft, interpret, negotiate, review, and revise contracts, contract provisions, addenda, agreements, memoranda of understanding, and other written legal instruments, including student affiliation and clinical agreements, articulation agreements, construction agreements, data sharing agreements, easements, intergovernmental agreements, leases, NDAs, performance agreements, purchase agreements, maintenance agreements, real estate agreements, service agreements, and software licenses.
Provide legal advice and counsel throughout the procurement process, including RFPs, bid protests, and contract formation.
Represent the College in commercial litigation or mediation and/or assist or communicate with outside counsel representing the College in such litigation or mediation.
Assist with review and response to requests for records pursuant to the Maryland Public Information Act.
Perform research, draft correspondence, memoranda, templates, releases, and other documents.
Assist with development and implementation of College policies, procedures, and guidelines; provide advice and counsel regarding legal implications of proposed policies and procedures.
Engage effectively with colleagues in the Office of the General Counsel, other College units/departments, and opposing counsel; assist and manage outside legal counsel when appropriate.
Review and maintain currency with laws and regulations impacting the College; provide training or informational materials as necessary.
Other duties as assigned by the General Counsel.
Required Qualifications
Juris Doctorate from an American Bar Association accredited law school.
Member of the Maryland bar in good standing, or a member of another state bar eligible for admission to the Maryland bar.
Minimum of five years of substantial and progressively responsible experience as a practicing attorney at a higher education institution, federal, state or local government agency, or a similar law firm with experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Eligible applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States and not require employer visa sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
Legal experience with public agencies, including knowledge of public contracting and operations and familiarity with government regulatory compliance.
Experience with organization‑wide contract review and management.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
Excellent drafting and negotiating skills.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and work under deadlines.
Hiring Range $114,539 – $157,505 annually. Initial salary placement is based on candidate experience and internal equity. The maximum salary for this position is $200,472.
Application Process
Click here to apply online.
Resume and a cover letter addressing the qualifications and desired attributes are required. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
For degrees earned outside of the U.S., a copy of your education equivalency, conducted by a nationally recognized evaluation service, must be included in your application.
At the time of hire
Successful completion of a background check and degree verification (if applicable).
Participation in a Maryland State Retirement System plan (Pension or Optional Retirement Plan, depending on the position). If you are already retired from the Maryland State Retirement System, you may not enroll in a Maryland State Retirement System plan at Montgomery College and may have earnings restrictions, per state law.
Benefits Our benefits package includes generous paid vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, group legal benefits, professional development, retirement plan, educational assistance, tuition waiver for employees and dependents, and wellness programming including onsite gyms, pools and classes.
Equal Opportunity Employer Montgomery College is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting and fostering diversity among its student body, faculty, and staff. Montgomery College is a tobacco‑free and smoke‑free workplace.
Closing Date Open Until Filled
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Legal
Industries Higher Education
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Job Description The Office of General Counsel provides legal representation, advice, and counsel in a variety of substantive areas of law affecting the College. This position will focus primarily on business and transactions, including construction, data security, environmental health and safety, finance, grants, information technology, insurance, intellectual property, land use, leases, maintenance agreements, procurement, public‑private partnerships, real estate, regulatory compliance, risk management, and tax.
Duties
Draft, interpret, negotiate, review, and revise contracts, contract provisions, addenda, agreements, memoranda of understanding, and other written legal instruments, including student affiliation and clinical agreements, articulation agreements, construction agreements, data sharing agreements, easements, intergovernmental agreements, leases, NDAs, performance agreements, purchase agreements, maintenance agreements, real estate agreements, service agreements, and software licenses.
Provide legal advice and counsel throughout the procurement process, including RFPs, bid protests, and contract formation.
Represent the College in commercial litigation or mediation and/or assist or communicate with outside counsel representing the College in such litigation or mediation.
Assist with review and response to requests for records pursuant to the Maryland Public Information Act.
Perform research, draft correspondence, memoranda, templates, releases, and other documents.
Assist with development and implementation of College policies, procedures, and guidelines; provide advice and counsel regarding legal implications of proposed policies and procedures.
Engage effectively with colleagues in the Office of the General Counsel, other College units/departments, and opposing counsel; assist and manage outside legal counsel when appropriate.
Review and maintain currency with laws and regulations impacting the College; provide training or informational materials as necessary.
Other duties as assigned by the General Counsel.
Required Qualifications
Juris Doctorate from an American Bar Association accredited law school.
Member of the Maryland bar in good standing, or a member of another state bar eligible for admission to the Maryland bar.
Minimum of five years of substantial and progressively responsible experience as a practicing attorney at a higher education institution, federal, state or local government agency, or a similar law firm with experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Eligible applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States and not require employer visa sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
Legal experience with public agencies, including knowledge of public contracting and operations and familiarity with government regulatory compliance.
Experience with organization‑wide contract review and management.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
Excellent drafting and negotiating skills.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and work under deadlines.
Hiring Range $114,539 – $157,505 annually. Initial salary placement is based on candidate experience and internal equity. The maximum salary for this position is $200,472.
Application Process
Click here to apply online.
Resume and a cover letter addressing the qualifications and desired attributes are required. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
For degrees earned outside of the U.S., a copy of your education equivalency, conducted by a nationally recognized evaluation service, must be included in your application.
At the time of hire
Successful completion of a background check and degree verification (if applicable).
Participation in a Maryland State Retirement System plan (Pension or Optional Retirement Plan, depending on the position). If you are already retired from the Maryland State Retirement System, you may not enroll in a Maryland State Retirement System plan at Montgomery College and may have earnings restrictions, per state law.
Benefits Our benefits package includes generous paid vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, group legal benefits, professional development, retirement plan, educational assistance, tuition waiver for employees and dependents, and wellness programming including onsite gyms, pools and classes.
Equal Opportunity Employer Montgomery College is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting and fostering diversity among its student body, faculty, and staff. Montgomery College is a tobacco‑free and smoke‑free workplace.
Closing Date Open Until Filled
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Legal
Industries Higher Education
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