Assistant/Associate University Counsel
The Assistant/Associate University Counsel is a vital member of
in-house legal team at the University of Illinois, serving primarily at the
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Under the direction of the Campus
Legal Counsel, the Assistant University Counsel will be responsible for
managing a high volume of complex legal matters and will provide timely and
effective advice and counsel to various University units and personnel.
Additional responsibilities include:
• Provide legal advice on a wide variety of issues that arise at
a large public research university under the general supervision of the Campus
Legal Counsel.
• Act as attorney for the University on a diverse range of legal
subject matters, including serving as a generalist working in multiple areas of
law and policy and as a specialist by developing skills related to specific and
unique areas of law.
• Serve as point of contact for various units on behalf of the
Office of University Counsel and represent the Office in a manner that promotes
professionalism, collegiality, collaboration, confidence and mutual respect.
• Recognize issues that may require use of outside legal
expertise and work with Campus Legal Counsel and other personnel to retain and
supervise legal services vendors in a manner that maximizes efficiency,
effectiveness and fiscal prudence.
• Anticipate potential legal issues and exercise reliable and
well-reasoned judgment to provide advice and counsel in a manner that fosters
sound decision-making.
• Keep colleagues and leadership, including Campus Legal Counsel,
Deputy University Counsel and University Counsel, apprised of matters that may
be a significant risk to the university or of significant interest to the Board
of Trustees and/or senior administrators.
• Perform other professional functions associated with the
provision of legal advice and services as directed, including serving on or
providing counsel to various University committees and task forces.
• Particular to Associate Counsel: Support enterprise leadership
in fostering team building and mentoring of less senior attorneys and staff.
Qualifications:
• Candidates must possess a law degree from an American Bar
Association accredited Law School and be licensed and in good standing to
practice law in State of Illinois, or eligible for admission to practice within
six months of employment.
Knowledge and Experience:
• Licensed attorney with demonstrable developing legal skills
including preference for work in a university setting or other comparable
in-house environment; minimum two years of legal practice preferred.
• Demonstrated success in progressive responsibilities, including
attention to innovative problem solving, initiative and reliability.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to
effectively interact with University, campus and other administrative units and
personnel.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while effectively keeping
supervisors, colleagues and clients informed and engaged.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and demonstrated ability to
address difficult and complex issues
• Strong interpersonal skills demonstrating courtesy, diplomacy
and a collaborative approach that reflect a commitment to effective client
service.
Appointment Information
Full Time 12 Academic Professional position(s).
Application Procedures & Deadline Information
For full consideration, candidates must apply and submit a letter
of application, resume, and names/addresses/phone numbers of three professional
references by 6 pm on 3/20/2024 or visit
https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/employment.
System Human Resource Services
(217) 333-2600
mailto:erhr@uillinois.edu
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity
employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and
complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please
visit https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/one.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=5705
to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about
required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19
vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may
request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act
(2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be
submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the
System Human Resource Services - Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
at 217-333-2600, or by emailing mailto:ADAaccessibility@uillinois.edu.
Requisition ID: req1948
Job Category: Academic Professional
Campus Location: Urbana
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