Deputy Legal Officer, Governance
Deputy Legal Officer, Governance
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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.
VUU provides a robust array of academic programs including 35 Bachelors 11 Masters and one Doctoral degree. Virginia Union University remains steadfast in its commitment to offering accessible high-quality education instilling a sense of assurance and confidence in its students. It fosters a vibrant intellectual community dedicated to the holistic development of future leaders.
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 Governance supports the Office of General Counsel in providing legal advice and oversight related to university governance policy development compliance and institutional integrity. This role focuses on ensuring that university governance structures operate in alignment with legal regulatory and institutional requirements and supports senior leadership governing boards and university committees on matters of governance and corporate compliance.
Responsibilities
- Advise on matters related to university governance including board bylaws charters committee structures delegations of authority and institutional policies.
- Serve as a liaison to the Board of Trustees and its committees supporting the preparation of agendas minutes resolutions and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and best practices.
- Draft review and revise governance-related documents including policies procedures contracts and memoranda of understanding.
- Ensure adherence to federal state and accrediting body requirements related to institutional governance.
- Provide legal guidance on conflicts of interest ethics fiduciary responsibilities and other governance-related matters.
- Monitor changes in higher education law and recommend updates to governance practices accordingly.
- Support institutional compliance efforts by contributing to policy development and risk mitigation strategies.
- Coordinate and conduct training for university leaders trustees and governance staff on governance and compliance topics.
- Collaborate with internal departments such as Compliance Human Resources and Academic Affairs on governance-related issues.
- Support investigations audits and inquiries related to governance or policy adherence.
Education
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing with a state bar (required).
- Minimum of 5 years of legal experience with at least 3 years in higher education government corporate governance or nonprofit sector strongly preferred.
- Must be able to lift 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
