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Assistant General Counsel III (Governance and Compliance Section)

Texas A&M University System • College Station, TX • 1d ago

Job Title

Agency

Texas A&M University System Offices

Department

General Counsel

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

The System Offices is one of several system members within the Texas A&M University System representing one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a network of 12 universities, a comprehensive health science center, nine state agencies, and the RELLIS Campus. The Texas A&M University System mission is to provide education, conduct research, commercialize technology, offer training, and deliver services for the people of Texas and beyond.

The System Offices, within the Texas A&M University System, provides an outstanding benefits package including, but not limited to: competitive health benefits; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; a defined benefit retirement plan to include an employer contribution through Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS); if applicable, a defined contribution retirement plan to include an employer contribution through an approved ORP vendor: additional voluntary tax deferred annuity (TDA) options; tuition assistance; and wellness programs to promote work/life balance.

Salary:

Commensurate with experience.

Job Description Summary:

This position provides legal advice and counsel to Texas A&M University System administrators, faculty, and staff in areas of governance and compliance, including environmental and research compliance.Responsibilities:- Participates in and responds to internal and government-led investigations regarding compliance in environmental and research compliance areas.

Drafts requests for Attorney General Opinions, open records decisions and related amicus briefs.

Reviews records to determine whether the information provided is responsive and complete.

Identifies information that may be protected from disclosure under the Public Information Act or other law.

Redacts FERPA-protected information as needed.

Represents System members in administrative proceedings involving compliance matters that are not handled by the Attorney General of Texas.

Develops and presents training on governance and compliance issues for System members.

Interprets and provides counsel and guidance on new and emerging legal and regulatory issues at the federal and state levels and assists in the review, interpretation, and drafting of System policies, regulations and guidance.

Assists in drafting and preparing responses to proposed legislation and counseling on legislation passed into law.

Develops well-researched internal legal memorandums and opinions.

Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:- B.A./ B.S. plus an earned (LL.B.) or Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.- Five years of related legal experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:- Effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to manage a broad range of complex legal issues.- Availability to travel across state to System locations.

Willingness to learn and develop new skills.

Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Registrations, Certifications, and Licenses:- Member in good standing of the State Bar of Texas in good standing or will seek a Texas law license through reciprocity within 12 months of hire date.

Other Requirements:

This is a security-sensitive position and is restricted to U.S. citizens and legal permanent residents only. Only complete applications will be considered for employment at The Texas A&M System Offices. Incomplete job application data could result in your application being rejected without an option to reapply. A cover letter and resume may be required in addition to a completed employment application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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