VLink Inc
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Responsibilities
Responding to K-12 legal questions from a variety of stakeholders, including school district representatives, governmental agencies, teachers, legislators, and advocates.
Supporting the GC in preparing rules and policies for Board meetings and other legal proceedings.
Conducting legal research on K-12 education matters as requested by the GC.
Tracking deadlines, rulemaking hearing schedules, and regulatory timelines to ensure compliance with applicable laws and procedures.
Administrative Assistance
Processing travel and expense reports
Filing legal documents
Responding to public requests to speak at Board meetings
Ensuring Board members and staff complete annual compliance forms
Procuring items required by the legal team
Printing and mailing SBE documents
Booking meeting rooms for team events
Assisting with scheduling and hosting Webex meetings for the Board’s leadership team
Compiling and organizing binders for Board meetings and administrative hearings
Drafting, proofreading, and formatting legal documents, including rules, orders, memoranda, contracts, and correspondence
Maintaining and organizing legal team electronic files in accordance with state retention and confidentiality requirements
Perform other duties as assigned to support the work of the Office of General Counsel
Required Qualifications
An associate or bachelor’s degree
A paralegal certification or at least two years of experience as a paralegal, legal assistant, or in a similar role
Impeccable editing skills, including extraordinary attention to detail and the ability to review legal team documents for spelling, stylistic, and grammatical errors
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
A demonstrated ability to meet and exceed expectations
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
A commitment to confidentiality and ethical standards in handling sensitive information
Strong written and oral communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to conduct legal research
Proficiency in legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis)
Strong understanding of legal terminology, research methods, and administrative procedures
Experience working in or with K-12 schools
Understanding of Uniform Administrative Procedures Act
Contact O: 8609600605EXT- 200
C: 16155924568
Job Details Hermitage, TN
Salaries: $57,200.00-$117,400.00
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Contract
Job function Legal
Industries Legal Services
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Responsibilities
Responding to K-12 legal questions from a variety of stakeholders, including school district representatives, governmental agencies, teachers, legislators, and advocates.
Supporting the GC in preparing rules and policies for Board meetings and other legal proceedings.
Conducting legal research on K-12 education matters as requested by the GC.
Tracking deadlines, rulemaking hearing schedules, and regulatory timelines to ensure compliance with applicable laws and procedures.
Administrative Assistance
Processing travel and expense reports
Filing legal documents
Responding to public requests to speak at Board meetings
Ensuring Board members and staff complete annual compliance forms
Procuring items required by the legal team
Printing and mailing SBE documents
Booking meeting rooms for team events
Assisting with scheduling and hosting Webex meetings for the Board’s leadership team
Compiling and organizing binders for Board meetings and administrative hearings
Drafting, proofreading, and formatting legal documents, including rules, orders, memoranda, contracts, and correspondence
Maintaining and organizing legal team electronic files in accordance with state retention and confidentiality requirements
Perform other duties as assigned to support the work of the Office of General Counsel
Required Qualifications
An associate or bachelor’s degree
A paralegal certification or at least two years of experience as a paralegal, legal assistant, or in a similar role
Impeccable editing skills, including extraordinary attention to detail and the ability to review legal team documents for spelling, stylistic, and grammatical errors
Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously
A demonstrated ability to meet and exceed expectations
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
A commitment to confidentiality and ethical standards in handling sensitive information
Strong written and oral communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to conduct legal research
Proficiency in legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis)
Strong understanding of legal terminology, research methods, and administrative procedures
Experience working in or with K-12 schools
Understanding of Uniform Administrative Procedures Act
Contact O: 8609600605EXT- 200
C: 16155924568
Job Details Hermitage, TN
Salaries: $57,200.00-$117,400.00
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Contract
Job function Legal
Industries Legal Services
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