Vice President for Legal Affairs

Commonwealth Charter Academy•Harrisburg, PA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Working full-time from Commonwealth Charter Academy Charter School’s Capital Campus Family Service Center in Harrisburg, PA, the Vice President for Legal Affairs will support the school’s efforts to maintain legal compliance and participate in legal activities in all operations. Under the direction of the Executive Vice President and Chief Operations Officer, and in collaboration with other departments, this position will manage or support legal activities for litigation, contracting, records requests and records management, policy development and review, corporate operations, financial compliance, information technology, property, insurance, and other school functions. Duties will include, but are not limited to, researching and drafting legal documents and correspondence; analyzing and responding to federal and state legislative and regulatory changes; litigation in a state and federal administrative and civil tribunals; responding to requests for records under applicable law; and liaising with internal and external legal supports.

Requirements

Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
Active membership in good standing with the Pennsylvania Bar
Minimum of 5 years of legal experience
Demonstrated interest in, and knowledge of, education law issues
Strong writer with experience in legal writing
Attentiveness to detail
Ability to prioritize and be proactive in a deadline-drive, fast-paced office
Superior interpersonal and communication skills
Strong oral presentation skills
Valid PA Driver’s License
Appropriate Automobile Insurance Coverage
Must be able to commute to a Family Service Center regardless of commute complexity.
Candidates must reside within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Nice To Haves

public interest, or government experience strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Provide support to CCA’s President and CEO, Executive Vice President and Chief Operations Officer, and senior leadership on various administrative and operations projects requiring knowledge of laws and legal procedures and practices
Support legal compliance in various areas of the school, including school operations, policy, employment, special education, student civil rights, subpoena and records requests, procurement and contracts, and land use and zoning
Participate in organization-wide projects that require additional support in initial research, planning, and feasibility analysis support; help discern project requirements and assign tasks to team members
Participate in all aspects of litigation before state and federal courts and administrative bodies, including, but not limited to: drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, and memoranda conducting discovery and trial preparation planning, preparing, and presenting factual and expert witness testimony and exhibits including summary and demonstrative exhibits participating in status conferences, oral arguments, and evidentiary hearings assisting in post-trial appeals as necessary
Participate in the negotiation and drafting of pricing and other legal terms and conditions
Assist with ensuring compliance with statutory, regulatory, and contractual requirements
Review and assist with responding to requests for documents, subpoenas, and discovery requests
Prepare and answer correspondence, including correspondence with staff; the school solicitor and outside counsel; representatives of local, state, and federal courts, agencies, school districts, private schools, colleges/universities, and other educational programs; students’ caretakers; and public inquiries as necessary
Develop, review, update, and maintain policies, administrative guidelines, and internal operating procedures
Maintain complete and accurate electronic files
Prepare legal research and analysis and provide recommendations on assigned issues
Organize and participate in trainings, meetings, hearings, or other events as needed
Assist with investigations and the preparation of responses to complaints or correspondence
Monitor federal, state, and local hearings, developments, and related legislation.
Travel statewide as needed to promote assigned responsibilities
All other duties as assigned