The City University of New York · 7 hours ago
Chief Campus Counsel - Office of the President
Brooklyn, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$205K/yr - $223K/yr
10+ years expThe City University of New York (CUNY) is seeking a Chief Campus Counsel for the New York City College of Technology. This role involves providing legal counsel to the President and administration, managing labor relations, ensuring compliance with various laws, and overseeing legal matters related to the College's operations.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Provide advice to the President and administration on a wide range of matters, including the interpretation and application of University bylaws and University and College policies
Serve as the College’s Labor Designee responsible for the administration of labor relations matters, including interpreting and enforcing collective bargaining agreements and handling grievances and disciplinary proceedings
Provide legal advice regarding compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations, including Title IV, Title VI, Title VII and Title IX, ADA, FMLA, Clery Act, FERPA, FLSA and the NYS Education Law; sensitive employment matters involving senior staff; students' rights and responsibilities; student conduct and discipline; College governance, and the development and implementation of College policies
Consult with College administrators on matters involving legal guidance and decisions related to College activities and operating concerns, facilitating transactions between the College and external entities
In collaboration with College administrators and offices and the CUNY Office of the General Counsel and Senior Vice Chancellor for Legal Affairs, will review, revise, and facilitate contracts, agreements, and memoranda between the College and outside entities or individuals, including facilities-use agreements, internship agreements and memoranda of understanding with other educational institutions and programs
As a senior member of President's Cabinet, provide updates and advise on relevant legal matters; participate in formulating College's strategic plan
Investigate internal legal matters, and employee misconduct as assigned. Respond to subpoenas and other legal notices
Advise student affairs regarding student issues, disciplinary hearing matters and due process concerns
Train faculty, staff and students on University policies, state law, rules and regulations
Work with the office of the New York State Attorney General and the CUNY Office General Counsel and Senior Vice Chancellor for Legal Affairs on litigation involving the College and its employees, and coordinate with the CUNY Office of the General Counsel and Senior Vice Chancellor for Legal Affairs to respond to discrimination claims from federal, state and local agencies
Serve as College's Ethics Officer, ensuring compliance with NYS Public Officers law relative to annual financial reporting of relevant staff, annual honoraria reporting of all staff, addressing conflicts of interest and gift inquiries, delivering ethics training
Serve as Records Access Officer, responding to freedom of information requests using the Gov QA system
Qualification
Required
J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school and ten (10) years related higher education experience required
Membership in good standing and licensed to practice law in New York State Bar required
Preferred
At least 10 - 15 years of experience practicing law
Strong research, analytical, and evaluation skills
Strong written and oral communication skills
Strong negotiation, contract drafting, conflict resolution, and client counseling skills
Knowledge of and experience handling employment law issues, including responding to allegations of discrimination in employment
In-depth understanding of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
Experience interpreting laws and drafting and interpreting organizational regulations, policies, procedures, and guidelines
Experience drafting and negotiating agreements
Ability to produce results as an individual contributor and as part of a team
Ability to work effectively, collaboratively, and cooperatively with diverse stakeholders, constituents, and college and university staff of various levels
Ability to take initiative and use sound judgment to make decisions and exercise discretion and tact
Benefits
CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development.
A range of health plans
Competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans
Tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study
Generous paid time off
The extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses
The opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.
Company
The City University of New York
The City University of New York is the nation’s largest urban public university, a transformative engine of social mobility that is a critical component of the lifeblood of New York City.
10001+ employees
Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Allison Griffin
Partnership Specialist, CUNY Service Corps
Doriane Gloria
Sr. Vice Chancellor and Chief Human Resources Officer
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