Senior Legal Counsel

at  Delaware Technical Community College

SUMMARY STATEMENT

An incumbent seeks to ensure compliance with federal, state and local legal requirements, minimize legal risk and costs, and reduce litigation exposure by providing timely, ethical, practical and effective legal counsel, guidance, policy development and analysis to Delaware Technical Community College and its related organizations.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of the Delaware Code, Constitutional Law and federal and state regulations.
Knowledge of research techniques and evaluation.
Knowledge of the political process and its implications in state government.
Knowledge of accepted principles, practices and State and federal laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to public human resources administration.
Strong interpersonal, communication, teamwork, and presentation skills.
Ability to exercise independent judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions.
Ability to remain neutral in a political environment.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to communicate effectively and relate to a diverse population in a multicultural environment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Juris Doctorate degree.
Member of the Delaware Bar Association or eligible for admission under Rule 55c.
Five (5) years of relevant experience.
Rev. 04/04/22

An incumbent may perform any combination of the below listed accountabilities:
1. Assists the general counsel in providing advice and counsel to college management and affiliated entities regarding legal issues primarily related to public employment, student conduct, civil rights, athletics, state and federal regulatory compliance, academic affairs, contracts, corporate governance, state procurement, business and commercial transactions, insurance, and estate planning. Provides interpretation and ensures compliance with applicable laws, rules, regulations, and policies to minimize legal claims, lawsuits and other areas in which there is a risk of potential litigation or liability.
2. Coordinates legal matters encountered by the College with the Attorney General’s Office and private counsel. Prepares responses to lawsuits, regulatory complaints and otherwise assists in the representation of the College and its related entities in judicial, regulatory or administrative hearings/proceedings.
3. Researches, develops and recommends policies and procedures to promote compliance with federal, state and local laws and regulations.
4. Researches and develops complex studies, memos and reports relative to legal issues to inform management decisions. Provides analysis of various issues related to any one of the operational divisions of the College.
5. Coordinates investigations into allegations of non-compliance with rules, laws, and regulations, and develops appropriate remedial action.
6. Coordinates planning and assessment activities for the Legal Affairs Division.
7. Attends conferences, seminars, and other programs relating to legal and operational issues as assigned.
8. Provides training to staff and faculty regarding legal issues facing the College, translating legal concepts for a non-legal audience, both in writing and in person.
9. Serves as a liaison with state and federal legislative delegations and/or their staff as assigned.
10. Supervises non-legal staff.
11. Performs other related duties as required.