Associate Chief Legal Officer

1 week ago

Richardson, Texas, United States International Leadership of Texas Full time

Overview:

The role entails providing comprehensive legal support to the superintendent, designated personnel, and the board of trustees, encompassing representation and legal research. The individual will offer counsel to the superintendent and board regarding their legal responsibilities.

Required Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

  • Juris Doctor degree from an ABA accredited law institution
  • Valid license to practice law in Texas, maintaining good standing

Essential Knowledge and Skills:

  • Familiarity with local, state, and federal laws and regulations pertinent to public education
  • In-depth understanding of school personnel law
  • Proven skills in legal research and litigation
  • Comprehensive knowledge of the legislative process
  • Ability to interpret legal documents, policies, and procedures
  • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, across all management levels
  • Strong public relations, organizational, communication, and interpersonal abilities

Experience:

A minimum of three years in public or private legal practice addressing issues related to local, state, federal government, or public education law.

Key Responsibilities:

Legal Representation:

  1. Provide legal advice to the superintendent, staff, and board on various matters, including personnel and student issues, as well as compliance with public information regulations.
  2. Draft, review, and amend legal documents as necessary.
  3. Participate in board meetings and other administrative gatherings to offer legal guidance.
  4. Assist in coordinating legal services from external law firms, including managing contracts and reviewing invoices.
  5. Act as the district's hearing officer for relevant student and employee grievances, complaints, and appeals as per policy.
  6. Serve as the district's compliance officer for applicable state and federal laws.
  7. Provide guidance regarding district records, including requests under public information laws.

Legal Oversight:

  1. Ensure adherence to policies set forth by federal and state laws, State Board of Education regulations, and local board policies while serving as the district's compliance officer.
  2. Monitor and assess the implications of proposed or enacted legislation.
  3. Coordinate responses to inquiries from the Texas Education Agency, U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights, and other regulatory bodies.
  4. Ensure compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act and procurement requirements.
  5. Provide legal support for district elections.

Policy Development and Reporting:

  1. Assist in developing and implementing policies and regulations, and review materials for inclusion in handbooks.
  2. Compile, maintain, and present all necessary reports, records, and documents.
  3. Adhere to district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Training and Communication:

  1. Conduct professional development sessions and training, including preparing materials for staff and board members.

Additional Duties:

Perform any other responsibilities assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Oversee and evaluate the performance of assigned support staff.

Working Conditions:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, including computers and peripherals.

Posture: Prolonged periods of sitting, with occasional bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and twisting.

Motion: Repetitive hand movements, including frequent typing and mouse usage, with occasional reaching.

Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (up to 15 pounds).

Environment: Frequent extended or irregular hours, with travel required.

Mental Demands: Ability to work with frequent interruptions while maintaining emotional control under stress.

This document outlines the general responsibilities and expectations for this position and is not an exhaustive list of all duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

  • Associate Chief Legal Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Richardson, Texas, United States International Leadership of Texas Full time

    Overview:The Deputy Chief Legal Officer is responsible for delivering comprehensive legal support to the superintendent, designated personnel, and the board of trustees. This role includes providing legal advice, conducting research, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.Essential Qualifications:Education and Certification:Juris Doctor...

  • Associate Chief Legal Officer

    1 week ago

    Richardson, Texas, United States International Leadership of Texas Full time

    Primary Objective:Deliver comprehensive legal support services to the superintendent, designated personnel, and board of trustees, encompassing representation and legal research. Provide counsel to the superintendent and board regarding their legal responsibilities.Qualifications:Education/Certification:Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law...

  • Associate Chief Legal Officer

    1 week ago

    Richardson, Texas, United States International Leadership of Texas Full time

    Overview:The role entails delivering comprehensive legal support to the superintendent, designated personnel, and the board of trustees, encompassing representation and legal research. The position requires advising the superintendent and board on legal matters pertinent to their responsibilities.Qualifications:Education/Certification:Juris Doctor degree...

  • Associate Chief Legal Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Richardson, Texas, United States International Leadership of Texas Full time

    Overview:The role entails delivering comprehensive legal support to the superintendent, designated personnel, and the board of trustees, encompassing representation and legal research. The position requires advising the superintendent and board on their legal responsibilities.Qualifications:Education/Certification:Juris Doctor from an ABA accredited law...

  • Associate Chief Legal Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Richardson, Texas, United States International Leadership of Texas Full time

    Primary Objective:Deliver comprehensive legal support to the superintendent, designated personnel, and board of trustees, encompassing representation and legal research. Counsel the superintendent and board on legal obligations in executing their responsibilities.Qualifications:Education/Certification:Juris Doctor from an ABA accredited law...

  • Associate Chief Legal Officer

    1 week ago

    Richardson, Texas, United States International Leadership of Texas Full time

    Primary Objective:Deliver comprehensive legal support services to the superintendent, designated personnel, and board of trustees, encompassing representation and legal research. Provide counsel to the superintendent and board regarding their legal responsibilities.Qualifications:Education/Certification:Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law...

  • Associate Chief Legal Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Richardson, Texas, United States International Leadership of Texas Full time

    Primary Objective:Deliver comprehensive legal support services to the superintendent, designated personnel, and board of trustees, encompassing representation and legal research. Counsel the superintendent and board on their legal responsibilities.Qualifications:Education/Certification:Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law institutionAuthorized to...

  • Associate Chief Legal Officer

    1 week ago

    Richardson, Texas, United States International Leadership of Texas Full time

    Primary Objective:Deliver comprehensive legal support to the superintendent, designated personnel, and board of trustees, encompassing representation and legal research. Provide counsel to the superintendent and board regarding their legal responsibilities.Qualifications:Education/Certification:Juris Doctor from an ABA accredited law institutionAuthorized to...

  • Associate Chief Legal Officer

    1 week ago

    Richardson, Texas, United States International Leadership of Texas Full time

    Primary Objective:Deliver comprehensive legal support services to the superintendent, designated personnel, and board of trustees, encompassing representation and legal research. Provide counsel to the superintendent and board regarding their legal responsibilities.Qualifications:Education/Certification:Juris Doctor degree from an ABA accredited law...

  • Associate Chief Legal Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Richardson, Texas, United States International Leadership of Texas Full time

    Overview:The role involves delivering comprehensive legal support to the superintendent, designated personnel, and the board of trustees, encompassing representation and legal research. The position requires advising the superintendent and board on legal obligations and responsibilities.Qualifications:Education/Certification:Juris Doctor degree from an ABA...

  • Associate Chief Legal Officer

    1 week ago

    Richardson, Texas, United States International Leadership of Texas Full time

    Overview:The role involves delivering comprehensive legal support to the superintendent, designated personnel, and the board of trustees, encompassing representation and legal research. The position requires advising the superintendent and board on their legal responsibilities.Qualifications:Education/Certification:Juris Doctor from an ABA accredited law...

  • Associate Chief Legal Officer

    1 week ago

    Richardson, Texas, United States International Leadership of Texas Full time

    Overview:The role entails providing comprehensive legal support to the superintendent, designated personnel, and the board of trustees, encompassing representation and legal research. The position requires advising the superintendent and board on legal obligations in their operational duties.Required Qualifications:Education/Certification:Juris Doctor from...

  • Associate Chief Legal Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Richardson, Texas, United States International Leadership of Texas Full time

    Overview:The role entails delivering comprehensive legal support to the superintendent, designated personnel, and the board of trustees, encompassing representation and legal research. The incumbent will provide guidance to the superintendent and board regarding their legal responsibilities.Qualifications:Education/Certification:Juris Doctor from an ABA...

  • Associate Chief Legal Officer

    1 week ago

    Richardson, Texas, United States International Leadership of Texas Full time

    Overview:The role entails providing comprehensive legal support to the superintendent, designated personnel, and the board of trustees, encompassing representation and legal research. The individual will offer guidance to the superintendent and board regarding their legal responsibilities.Required Qualifications:Education and Certification:Juris Doctor...

  • Chief Executive Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Richardson, Texas, United States ESC Region 10 Full time

    Position OverviewWe are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Chief Executive Officer to lead our organization. The ideal candidate will possess a strong vision for the future and the ability to inspire others to achieve strategic goals.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide overall leadership and direction for the organization.Develop and implement strategic plans...

  • Chief Executive Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Richardson, Texas, United States Industrial Asset Management Council Full time

    Position Overview:The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) serves as the principal leader of the Industrial Asset Management Council, overseeing all operational aspects and strategic initiatives of the organization.Organizational Role:The CEO reports directly to the Chair of a dedicated Board of Directors, comprising 25 members, including a 7-member Executive...

  • Front Office Coordinator for Legal Practice

    1 week ago

    Richardson, Texas, United States MAS Law Firm Full time

    Job OverviewMAS Law Firm is looking for a dedicated full-time front office coordinator.Key Responsibilities:· Manage multi-line telephone systems and ensure calls are directed to the appropriate personnel in a courteous manner.· Evaluate calls from potential new clients (PNCs).Welcome clients and visitors with genuine hospitality and provide assistance as...

  • attorney-adviser (general)

    2 months ago

    Richardson, Texas, United States Army National Guard Units Full time

    Acts as a legal adviser and attorney for the state/territory National Guard, responsible for the formulation of state/territory legal policy and its execution legal representation; legal initiatives; interpretation and litigation of U.S. and state/territory(s) constitutional, civil, criminal, labor law; international law and treaty agreements; trial defense;...

  • Chief of Student Engagement and Retention

    2 weeks ago

    Richardson, Texas, United States University of Texas at Dallas Full time

    Position OverviewThe Chief of Student Engagement and Retention plays a pivotal role in enhancing the academic journey of undergraduate students at the University of Texas at Dallas. This leadership position is responsible for orchestrating the creation and execution of impactful academic support initiatives designed to boost student involvement,...

  • Chief Purchasing Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Richardson, Texas, United States Raytheon Technologies Corporation Full time

    Position Overview: As a key player in our organization, the Principal Procurement Specialist will be responsible for driving strategic sourcing initiatives and enhancing our supply chain operations. This role is essential in fostering relationships with diverse suppliers and ensuring the procurement process aligns with our business objectives.Key...