CU Boulder Managing Associate University Counsel Vice Chancellor
CU Boulder Managing Associate University Counsel Vice Chancellor
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Join Our Team and Make a Difference in Higher Education!
At the System Administration office at the University of Colorado we are dedicated to building a workplace where everyone feels valued supported and empowered to thrive. Our office is committed to fostering a culture where employees find community a sense of belonging and the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to our mission and purpose.
By joining our team youll have a direct impact on shaping the future of higher education. In addition to the Office of the Board of Regents the University of Colorados system administration includes 19 units that provide essential services to CUs campuses in Aurora Boulder Colorado Springs and Denver as well as the Office of the President. While not a part of any one campus we are proud to serve in the centralized office for the University system. Together we ensure CU continues to deliver outstanding education groundbreaking research and valuable service to our communities.
We believe in creating an environment where the unique experiences and perspectives of everyone are embraced enriching the work we do and the strategic outcomes we pursue. If youre passionate about making a difference contributing to a dynamic team and supporting a mission that matters we encourage you to apply and be part of our journey. Learn more about CU System Administration.
Position Summary:
This position is a dual appointment as Managing Associate University Counsel and Vice Chancellor. The Managing Associate University Counsel role will report directly to the Vice President and University Counsel and the Vice Chancellor role will report directly to the CU Boulder Chancellor.
The Managing Associate University Counsel is responsible for overseeing and providing a variety of professional legal services at the University of Colorados (CU) Boulder campus. This position serves as a member of University Counsels leadership team and advises and represents the campus and University in front of legislative and administrative bodies develops and implements university policies advises campus community members on a variety of legal issues and reviews drafts and negotiates legal and contractual documents.
As Vice Chancellor this position is a trusted executive advisor on the CU Boulder Chancellors senior leadership team and has duties focused on managing relationships and negotiating associated agreements with campus affiliates including but not limited to the campuss athletics department publicprivate partnerships and other special projects. The VC duties will involve working with other campuses within the CU system to fulfill the strategic initiatives of CU Boulder. Duties also include providing guidance and assistance to campus leadership in advancing important campus research innovation and initiatives. At the Chancellors discretion this role may be assigned direct oversight of specific projects not otherwise aligned with other Vice Chancellors. This position is expected to work closely with the other Vice Chancellors on campus initiatives and priorities.
This position is exempt from the Colorado State Classified System and the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Where You Will Work:
This role is inperson at the University of Colorado at Boulder campus in Boulder Colorado.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Duties and responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:
Managing Associate University Counsel
- Leads the University Counsel office located at the CU Boulder Campus to include supervising and directing unit staff
- Serves as a strategic member of the CU Boulder Chancellors leadership team attending campus leadership meetings and providing legal advice
- Serves a member of the Office of University Counsel senior management team assisting in the development and implementation of University policies
- Advises administrators faculty members and staff on various legal issues including but not limited to the following:
- Regulatory compliance in such areas as environmental health and safety research and health care
- Employment law issues for faculty exempt professional state classified and student employees
- Application and interpretation of Federal and State laws and regulations impacting higher education
- Application and interpretation of the Laws of the Regents and university policies
- Student rights and responsibilities in a university setting
- Constitutional and civil rights
- Taxexempt organizations
- Land use planning
- Reviews drafts and negotiates contracts leases and other legal documents
- Advises on proposed University policies and practices
- Manages the engagement of outside counsel firms as needed
- Represents the campus and University in front of legislative bodies and administrative agencies and in administrative hearings
- Negotiates settlements and engages in Alternative Dispute Resolution in a variety of settings
- Performs other duties as assigned
Vice Chancellor
- Serves on the Chancellors Senior Leadership Team
- Builds and maintains relationships with the CU Boulder campus leadership the leadership of the other CU campuses and the system administration.
- Helps develop and implement the strategic initiatives of CU Boulder
- Fosters and sustains connections with university partners
- Other duties as assigned.
What We Offer:
Salary: The anticipated hiring range has been established at $300000 $340000.
CU System Administration takes into consideration a combination of the selected candidates education training and experience as it relates to the position as well as the positions scope and complexity internal pay equity and external market value when determining a salary level for potential new employees.
Benefits: With our unparalleled range of benefits including topnotch healthcare comprehensive wellness programs enriching professional development and a dynamic worklife balance we ensure your holistic growth and happiness.
- Nocost or lowcost medical & dental plan options some inclusive of IVF assistance.
- Disability Life Vision Insurance options.
- Multiple retirement planning options including a mandatory 401(a) plan where CU contributes 10 of your gross pay a 401k or 403b plan and a 457 deferred compensation plan.
- Pretax savings plans such as Health care and Dependent care flexible spending accounts.
- Embrace a healthy worklife balance with ample sick and vacation leave along with at least 12 paid holidays. This includes a dedicated week off for winter break.
- 6 weeks of parental leave to adjust to the joys of parenthood.
- A tuition benefit program for you and/or your dependents.
- Free RTD EcoPass and Free Onsite Parking at our 1800 Grant Street Office.
- Many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.
Additional taxable fringe benefits may be available.
For more information on benefits programs please review our Comprehensive Benefits Guide.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
Please ensure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against these qualifications. You must meet all minimum requirements listed at the time of application to be considered for this role.
- Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree from an accredited institution of higher education
- Minimum of ten 10 years experience advising and representing complex organizations and/or public sector institutions including helping shape vision and guiding discussion on matters related to strategy and operations in addition to the law
- Five 5 years experience supervising and managing others
- Colorado Licensure or the ability to obtain a Colorado License promptly after an offer of appointment
- Record of ethical behavior and respect for the laws
Preferred Qualifications:
- Substantial experience representing institutions of higher education nonprofit organizations or other public sector entities
- Experience working with intellectual property as a component of transactional relationships
- Litigation experience
- Knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations regarding public employment tax exempt organizations and higher education
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels within the organization
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to effectively supervise and manage professional legal and support staff
- Demonstrated ability to analyze organize and effectively present both orally and in writing legal issues opinions and recommendations to a variety of constituents
- Demonstrated ability to deal tactfully and effectively with a variety of internal constituents and external contacts to provide comprehensive legal services to the university
- Knowledge of the higher education enterprise and its legal challenges
- Strong negotiation skills strategies and tactics
- Excellent oral written and listening communications skills
How to Apply:
For full consideration please attach the following as separate documents to your application:
- A cover letter identifying the job specific minimum qualifications you possess
- A resume including any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting.
Please ensure you check the Job Specific Attachments box next to each document on the Required Documents page of the application for the appropriate documents to be attached.
Per the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act you are not required to provide your date of birth dates of school attendance or dates of graduation on your resume or cover letter. If an application requires additional materials such as a transcript or certification you may redact identifying information relating to your date or birth dates of school attendance or dates of graduation.
When to Apply:
For full consideration completed applications must be submitted by Wednesday April 30 2025. Reference checking is a standard step in our hiring process. You may be asked to provide contact information including email addresses for up to five references as part of the search process for this position. *Please note: All application materials must be submitted through CU Careers; emailed materials will not be considered.*
Sponsorship Statement:
We are unable to sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
Background Check Statement:
The University of Colorado is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check and when appropriate a financial history motor vehicle history and/or fingerprinting background check. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that a verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.
ADA Statement:
We are committed to an inclusive and barrierfree search process. We provide accommodations for applicants requesting accommodation through the search process such as alternative formats of this posting. Individuals with disabilities in need of accommodations throughout the search process should contact the ADA Coordinator at: .
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Employment Type
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