General Counsel

Posted: Continuous 2012-06-28
Closes: Until Filled
Salina Public Schools USD 305
 

Job Posting for General Counsel

  
Salina Public School District provides a quality education to more than 7,000 pre-Kindergarten to adult students in the Salina, Kansas area. The employees of Salina Public Schools are dedicated to the students, families and community.  If you are seeking employment in a place where you can make a difference in developing the next generation of world class citizens, then Salina Public Schools is the place for you!

  
Salina Public Schools is seeking an in-house attorney to serve as General Counsel. The successful candidate will work under the direction of Salina Public Schools superintendent to support the district's mission to educate all students by providing them with the skills necessary to participate successfully in the communities in which they live.  


Duties and responsibilities include (but are not limited to): 
 

  • Delivering premier legal services
  • Writing, reviewing, summarizing, researching, negotiating, and executing a wide variety of agreements
  • Overseeing compliance with governmental requirements
  • Representing and advising the district on all legal matters
  • Advising executives on contract status, legal risks and business terms of various deals
  • Ensuring legal objectives are met related to district operations, special education services and other students' rights
  • Research unique legal issues impacting the district by identifying applicable statutes, judicial decisions, ordinances, and other legal authorities

                  
       
    Qualifications:  
    Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school  
    Experience preferred  
       
    Salary Range:  $75,000 - $80,000 plus Fringe Benefits

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