Associate General Counsel IApply now » Published Date: Jan 2, 2025
Location: US
Company: Los Angeles Unified School District
SALARY DETAILS $218,184.00 – $249,600.00 Yearly
APPLICATION FILING DATES Application Open Date: 01/02/2025
Application Close Date: Open Until Filled
INFORMATION ABOUT LAUSD Please upload a copy of your resume when applying.
We are LAUSD.
We are at the forefront of innovation in public education, focused on a clear and inspiring vision of the future for all of our students as they venture forward on their journey as lifelong learners.
Here, you will have the opportunity to exercise your potential in a role supporting the business of education.
Our work directly contributes toward the goal of ensuring that our students graduate ready for the world – ready to thrive in college, career, and life.
DEPARTMENT OR SCHOOL SITE The Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) Office of the General Counsel (OGC) is currently seeking attorneys to join our dynamic team to address various legal issues impacting the second largest public school district in the nation and the largest school district in California.
The LAUSD OGC leads the way with its cadre of some of the foremost experts in education law and dedicated staff of professionals committed to the ideals of public service and public education.
We highly prioritize attorney growth and satisfaction.
PROJECT An Associate General Counsel I has primary responsibility to provide senior management with a high level of legal expertise in a specialized area of law; handles complex, high-profile, and exposure litigation; and acts as Associate General Counsel II in their absence.
Currently there is one vacancy on the Labor and Employment Legal Services team.
This is an in-person position.
Our office is located in downtown Los Angeles.
BENEFITS Insurance: District paid premiums for your choice of several medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents; and life insurance plans.
Retirement: Membership in the California Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS).
Vacation: 24 days each year.
Paid Holidays: Up to 13 days.
JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Typical Duties:
Litigates on behalf of the District in high-level and sophisticated matters in court and in administrative agencies, and oversees outside counsel in such matters.Reviews and recommends assignments of legal work to Assistant General Counsels.Negotiates, drafts, and revises proposed legislation and advocates for such legislation that is in the best interest of the District.Coordinates, prioritizes, and schedules legal work with and provides legal advice to client organizational units of the District.Develops strategic plans for the client units that integrate multiple areas of practice.Represents the District as appropriate before various governmental agencies, legislative bodies, boards, assigned committees, and the public.Assists in the planning and development of legal policy and office procedures and processes.Performs legal research and interpretation on a variety of legal problems.Provides training to legal staff. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree and a Juris Doctor (J.D.)
degree from an American Bar Association (ABA) accredited institution; a J.D.
degree from an ABA accredited institution is preferred.
Experience: Six (6) years of experience as a practicing member of the Bar.
Special: Authorization to practice law in California by the California State Bar Association.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Successful candidates will have current and active practicing attorney experience in the last seven years.
In addition, an ideal candidate will have:
Strong skills in research, writing, and analysis with a deep interest in working in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.Skills in one of the areas of legal specialization practiced in the OGC. EMPLOYMENT SELECTION PROCESS The selection process tentatively includes a T&E and an Interview.
APPLICATION PROCESS Please be sure to include correspondence from @lausd.net and @successfactors.com as approved senders.
ADDITIONAL POSTING INFORMATION The Los Angeles Unified School District is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying.
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