Associate General Counsel, Records Director

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Associate General Counsel, Records Director

Job Description Summary:

This is a full-time staff attorney position in the Office of the Vice President and General Counsel of the University of Nebraska. The Office of the Vice President and General Counsel is responsible for all legal matters affecting the University of Nebraska and provides legal services to the Board of Regents, the President, the Chancellors, administrative officers, and others on the four campuses of the University system and at Central Administration. This position is located in Lincoln, Nebraska, with occasional travel to other campuses. Duties and responsibilities of this position will involve performance of general legal services for the University under the direction of the Vice President and General Counsel, with an expected emphasis on records management administration, including the production of records in response to public records requests, discovery requests and third-party subpoenas, implementation of records management and retention schedules, and training of internal teams with respect to records issues. The successful candidate will be responsible for keeping up-to-date on all federal and state legal requirements which affect records retention and public information access and will be responsible for the management of a comprehensive records retention program for the University, as well as other duties as assigned. The successful candidate also will provide legal support to all of the campuses of the University system as well as Central Administration. Exceptional candidates may be considered regardless of the expected areas of emphasis. Salary will be commensurate with experience, plus benefits. The successful candidate will be required to complete a criminal background check.

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Qualifications:

Required Qualifications: B.A./B.S., plus an earned J.D. degree from an accredited law school, a minimum of at least three years of relevant experience as a practicing attorney in the United States, and a member in good standing of the Nebraska State Bar, or be eligible for admission to the Nebraska bar under Nebraska Court Rule Section 3-119 as a Class 1-B applicant within one year following the hiring date. Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience at an institution of higher education, non-profit entity, or law firm specifically working on those areas of practice identified above. Ideal candidates will demonstrate: excellent independent judgment and decision-making skills; excellent oral and written communication skills, and strong interpersonal skills; demonstrated intellectual achievement; an aptitude for strategic thinking; an ability to anticipate problems; a track record of timely completion of projects and assignments; effective organizational skills; and the ability to handle multiple priorities and tasks.

Special Instructions to Applicant:

Submit application materials online at with an applicant profile and include a letter of application addressing the professional attributes mentioned above; a current resume; and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three professional references. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Review of applications or nomination materials will begin on October 15. If you need an accommodation to apply, please contact . For additional information on the University of Nebraska visit: . The University of Nebraska is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

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The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. The University of Nebraska is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action and E-Verify employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status. All positions opened at the University of Nebraska are subject to veterans' preference.

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