District Assistant General Counsel 24-25 SY
District Assistant General Counsel 24-25 SY
Employer Active
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Share
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Not Disclosed
Salary Not Disclosed
1 Vacancy
Job Description
IRVING INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
DISTRICT ASSISTANT GENERAL COUNSEL
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: District Assistant General Counsel
WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Exempt
LENGTH OF WORK YEAR: 230 days
REPORTS TO: Deputy Superintendent
PAY GRADE: Administrative/Professional09
DEPARTMENT: Superintendent
DATE REVISED: January 2025
A Letter of Assurance will be issued for this position.
Primary Purpose: Assist the General Counsel to provide inhouse legal support services to the superintendent designated staff and board of trustees including representation and research. Assist the superintendent and board in legal performance of their duties. Coordinate all legal services required by the district.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Education:
- Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from an accredited university
- Licensed to practice law in the State of Texas in good standing
Special Knowledge/Skills:
- Knowledge of local state and federal laws regulations relating to public education
- Specific knowledge related to human resources/school personnel law in education special education
- Demonstrated legal research litigation and writing skills
- Thorough knowledge of the legislative process
- Ability to read and interpret law policy and procedures
- Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management both internal and external to the district
- Exceptional organizational communication public relations and interpersonal skills
Minimum Experience:
Minimum of three 3 years experience in public or private practice dealing with legal issues in public school law or comparable experience with local state and federal government. School district experience will be given additional compensation consideration.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:
Legal Representation
- Advise the superintendent staff and board on legal matters including personnel and student issues and compliance with the Texas Public Information Act.
- Draft review and revise legal documents.
- Attend board meetings and other administrative meetings to provide legal counsel.
- Assist the General Counsel in coordinating legal services provided by outside law firms.
- Serve as the districts counsel for applicable student and employee grievances complaints and appeals as required by policy.
Legal Oversight
- Comply with policies established by federal and state law State Board of Education rule and local board policy and serve as the districts compliance officer.
- Monitor and interpret the impact of proposed or enacted legislation.
- Coordinate responses to investigations by the Texas Education Agency U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights and other administrative or regulatory agencies.
- Monitor compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act and competitive procurement and purchasing requirements.
- Provide legal assistance on district elections.
Policy and Reports
- Assist in the formulation and of policies and regulations and review materials for publication in handbooks.
- Compile maintain file and present all reports records and other documents as required.
- Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Communication
- Conduct professional development and training including preparing training materials for staff and board members.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Not applicable
Working Conditions:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals
Posture: Prolonged sitting. Occasional bending/stooping pushing/pulling and twisting
Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse. Occasional reaching
Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment: Frequently work prolonged or irregular hours. Frequent district and statewide travel.
Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions. Maintain emotional control under stress.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills that may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Employment Type
Full-Time
