Sr. General Counsel at University of South Florida in Tampa, Florida

Job Description:

Dept Number/Name: 0-0120-000 / Office of General Counsel

College Division: Exec Svcs-General Counsel

Salary Plan: Administrative

Job Code/Title: 9814 / Sr Assoc General Counsel

Hiring Salary/Salary Range: $161,000 - $190,000

Position Number: 00058934

ORGANIZATIONAL SUMMARY:

The Office of the General Counsel provides professional legal advice, representation and counsel to USF including USF Health and campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee. Our experienced attorneys and support team work closely together to provide responsive, timely and accurate legal advice and counsel to the University of South Florida including its component units, direct support organizations and Board of Trustees. Our daily work is focused on facilitating the implementation of USF's strategic vision, priorities and goals. We remain dedicated to a tradition of excellence, professionalism, fairness, ethics and diversity. Our attorneys combine many years of service in higher education and we look forward to empowering our clients with legal knowledge needed to enhance independent decision-making.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Senior Associate General Counsel will be responsible for assisting the General Counsel in the management and handling of all regulatory and transactional legal matters in the field of business and finance for USF as well as its affiliated support organizations. Regular counsel shall be provided to USF?s senior management related to but not limited to the following: all legal documents including contracts, procurement regulations, and other university business transactions.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Negotiate and Advise on Procurement Contracts: Ensure university procurement activities align with Florida statutes and regulations, minimizing legal risks and fostering compliance.

Compliance Expertise: Provide expert guidance on regulatory adherence, enhancing the efficiency and legality of procurement processes while reducing potential liabilities.

Strategic Legal Resolutions: Develop timely, effective resolutions in collaboration with USF's business and finance teams to support seamless operations and mitigate disputes.

Comprehensive Agreement Review: Evaluate and finalize agreements including affiliation, revenue-generating, and memorandums of understanding to advance the goals of USF's colleges and departments. Offers strategic advice and guidance on vendor transactions and contracts to strengthen partnerships and optimize value for the university.

Collaborate with colleagues to deliver well-rounded legal advice in areas such as public records, administrative law, and subpoena management, ensuring compliance and operational integrity.

Performs other duties as assigned.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

MINIMUM:

This position requires a Bachelor of Law (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD) degree with a minimum of eight years as a practicing attorney. Admission to the Florida Bar in good standing.

USF Tampa

Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a Level 1 criminal background check.

Job Opening Number: 38282

Posting Date: 11/21/2024

Posting End Date: 1/20/2025

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Equal Employment Opportunity

USF is an equal opportunity, equal access academic institution that embraces diversity in the workplace.

The University of South Florida does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sexual harassment. Any person may report sex discrimination, including sexual harassment (whether or not the person reporting is the person alleged to be the victim of conduct that could constitute sex discrimination or sexual harassment), in person, by mail, by telephone, or by electronic mail, using the contact information listed for the Title IX Coordinator. Reports may be made at any time either online or directly to the University's Title IX Coordinator.

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Federal Rights

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) , Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) .

Work Location

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About USF

The University of South Florida is a high-impact global research university dedicated to student success. Over the past 10 years, no other public university in the country has risen faster in U.S. News and World Report's national university rankings than USF. Serving more than 50,000 students on campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee, USF is designated as a Preeminent State Research University by the Florida Board of Governors, placing it in the most elite category among the state's 12 public universities. USF is a member of the American Athletic Conference.

Working at USF

With more than 16,000 employees at USF, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay region. At USF you will find opportunities to excel in a rich academic environment that fosters the development and advancement of our employees. We believe in creating a talented, engaged and driven workforce through on-going development and career opportunities. We also offer a first class benefit package that includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, tuition program and generous leave programs and more.

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