District Assistant General Counsel (24-25 SY)

Irving Independent School District • Irving, TX

323d

About The Position

The District Assistant General Counsel will assist the General Counsel in providing in-house legal support services to the superintendent, designated staff, and board of trustees. This includes representation and research, as well as assisting the superintendent and board in the legal performance of their duties. The role also involves coordinating all legal services required by the district.

Requirements

• Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from an accredited university.
• Licensed to practice law in the State of Texas, in good standing.
• Minimum of three (3) years experience in public or private practice dealing with legal issues in public school law or comparable experience with local, state, and federal government.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws, regulations relating to public education.
• Specific knowledge related to human resources/school personnel law in education, special education.
• Demonstrated legal research, litigation and writing skills.
• Thorough knowledge of the legislative process.
• Ability to read and interpret law, policy, and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management, both internal and external to the district.
• Exceptional organizational, communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• School district experience will be given additional compensation consideration.

Responsibilities

• Advise the superintendent, staff, and board on legal matters, including personnel and student issues and compliance with the Texas Public Information Act.
• Draft, review, and revise legal documents.
• Attend board meetings and other administrative meetings to provide legal counsel.
• Assist the General Counsel in coordinating legal services provided by outside law firms.
• Serve as the district's counsel for applicable student and employee grievances, complaints, and appeals as required by policy.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy and serve as the district's compliance officer.
• Monitor and interpret the impact of proposed or enacted legislation.
• Coordinate responses to investigations by the Texas Education Agency, U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights, and other administrative or regulatory agencies.
• Monitor compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act and competitive procurement and purchasing requirements.
• Provide legal assistance on district elections.
• Assist in the formulation and execution of policies and regulations, and review materials for publication in handbooks.
• Compile, maintain, file, and present all reports, records, and other documents as required.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Conduct professional development and training, including preparing training materials for staff and board members.

Benefits

• Exempt position with a work year of 230 days.
• Administrative/Professional pay grade.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees