Deputy Legal Officer
Deputy Legal Officer
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Job Description
Virginia Union University (VUU) is a distinguished private institution founded in 1865 that proudly upholds a legacy of academic excellence and community engagement. With a historic 86-acre campus it offers a dynamic and nurturing environment for its 1568 undergraduate and graduate students. Virginia Union University is recognized in the 2024 edition of U.S. News & World Report holding a prestigious position as #39 among Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
Five fundamental principles (core values) guide Virginia Union University. Each principle is essential to our ability to provide a Best-In-Class educational experience for students faculty and staff. These principles help our community understand the right path to fulfilling our institutions mission. The principles are Innovation Spiritual Formation Integrity Diversity & Inclusion and Excellence.
The Deputy Legal Officer is responsible for providing legal guidance and representation to the Board of Trustees. This position involves ensuring compliance with university bylaws corporate law and applicable regulations while supporting the legal and administrative needs of the Board. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of corporate governance strong communication skills and the ability to efficiently manage Board activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary legal liaison for the Board of Trustees.
- Ensure all Board activities are compliant with federal state and local laws as well as university bylaws and regulations.
- Provide legal guidance on issues before the Board including contracts policies risk management and regulatory compliance.
- Draft review and maintain meeting minutes resolutions and action items ensuring accuracy and legal compliance.
- Maintain a thorough archive of Board materials including minutes resolutions correspondence and governance documents ensuring compliance with document retention policies.
- Manage legal documentation related to Board actions decisions and strategic initiatives ensuring they align with legal and governance best practices.
- Draft and review contracts agreements and other legal documents requiring Board approval.
- Conduct legal research and analysis to support Board decision-making particularly in governance and compliance areas.
- Work closely with the Chief Legal Officer and the legal team to ensure alignment with university-wide legal strategies and policies.
- Collaborate with university administrators on legal compliance risk management and institutional priorities.
- Provide legal counsel on policy development governance reforms and risk mitigation.
- Monitor legislative and legal trends affecting university governance and keep the Board informed of relevant developments.
Education
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- Must be licensed to practice law; preference for candidates licensed to practice in Virginia.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in legal practice with a focus on corporate law higher education law or nonprofit governance.
- Must lift up to 10 pounds.
Application Process
Candidates are required to submit their resume four professional references and a cover letter. The application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. A background investigation and reference check will be required prior to employment.For any questions or concerns please contact.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Virginia Union University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation disability gender identity protected veteran status or other protected class.
For more information about Virginia Union University visitVUU About Page.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
