Lubbock

37355BR

General Counsel

Position Description

Perform legal work in the TTU System Office of General Counsel, an office with 17 attorneys across three office locations that provides legal services for the TTU System.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

About the Department and/or College

serves as legal counsel for the Texas Tech University System, a $2.2 billion annual enterprise with over 20,000 employees and 53,000 students across its five component institutions: , , , and . We advise the Board of Regents, System administration, and university administration, faculty, and staff, acting in their official capacities on all legal matters. Our office works directly with the Office of the Attorney General of Texas on litigation and manages outside counsel on certain specialized legal matters.

Major/Essential Functions

• Review and provide legal advice on transactional matters impacting the Texas Tech University System and component institutions.
• Research and draft legal opinions, briefs, and other legal instruments for lawsuits and external complaints (e.g., EEOC, TWC-CRD, DOE, DOL).
• Handle Texas Public Information Act requests and subpoenas; request opinions from the Office of the Attorney General of Texas.
• Research, review, and interpret laws, regulations, and internal policies affecting operations and administration for Texas Tech University System and component institutions.
• Assist and keep the Vice-Chancellor and General Counsel or designee apprised of all legal matters impacting the Texas Tech University System and component institutions.
• Partner with clients as a strategic partner to work through complex legal matters effectively and promptly.
• Engage in actions and communications that are consistent with the Texas Tech University System and component institution Values Culture.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must hold Juris doctorate and have graduated from an ABA approved law school within the past 12 months, and either be licensed to practice law in any U.S. state, or is actively pursuing such a license. Demonstrated excellence in legal research, legal analysis, and written and oral communication.

Preferred Qualifications

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Occasional Duties

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

The salary for this attorney fellow position is $40,000 annually.

This position is a temporary at-will employment appointment and will begin on September 1, 2024 and will end on or before August 31, 2025.

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Resume / CV, Transcript, Writing Sample

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Monthly

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Shift

Day

Schedule Details

8:00 am to 5:00 pm

Grant Funded?

No

Job Group

Legal Professionals

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.