SCHOOL ATTORNEY

Questar III; Castleton; On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled School Attorney to provide legal guidance and support to its executive team. In this pivotal role, you will navigate complex legal matters related to public education, human resources, and labor law, ensuring compliance with municipal, state, and federal regulations. Your expertise will help shape policies and procedures, while your strong communication skills will facilitate effective interactions with the District Superintendent and administrative staff. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to leadership, innovation, and excellence, and make a significant impact in the educational landscape.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with complex legal issues in education law.
• Must be admitted to the Bar to practice law in New York State.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal guidance on various matters to the District Superintendent.
• Assist in developing policies and procedures for Questar III.
• Participate in labor negotiations and provide labor relations services.

Skills

Knowledge of municipal, state, and federal laws

Human resources and school personnel law

Interpersonal skills

Public relations skills

Organizational skills

Written and oral communication skills

Research and policy writing

Knowledge of civil service rules

Ability to work under tight deadlines

Education

Juris Doctorate degree

Job description

Questar III BOCES is currently seeking a dynamic individual to fill the vacancy of School Attorney. The candidate must possess the following knowledge and skills:

• Knowledge of municipal, state, and federal laws and regulations relating to public education.
• Specific knowledge related to human resources and school personnel law in education and special education.
• Exceptional interpersonal, public relations, organizational, and written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to research, interpret, and write school policies based on NYS laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of civil service rules and regulations.
• Ability to work in a dynamic work environment, with tight deadlines.

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Providing day-to-day guidance on all legal matters to the District Superintendent and administrative staff, including but not limited to student issues, personnel matters, contracts, employee relations, grievances, data security, leases, and business-related issues. Performs investigations and inquiries as needed.
• Assisting in the development of a variety of policies and procedures at Questar III.
• Participating in the labor negotiations process for Questar III and providing labor relations services for school districts on a request basis.
• Working closely with Questar III Board outside counsel and making referrals as appropriate.
• Serving as a resource for school districts on current issues and legislative actions.

Candidates must possess a Juris Doctorate degree from a nationally accredited law school AND five years of progressively responsible experience with complex legal issues, involving education law, civil service, and labor / employment law, including two years of leadership and/or management experience with a proven record of results. Must be admitted to the Bar to practice law in New York State. Questar III BOCES will offer a competitive salary dependent on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience. To apply, please send resume and letter of interest to [e-mail]. For more information on Questar III BOCES, please visit www.questar.org. Deadline for applications is March 4, 2024.

The School Attorney is a member of the Questar III BOCES executive team, and promotes our mission, vision, and core values of Commitment to Leadership and Service, Commitment to Innovation, and Commitment to Excellence.

Salary: $100k – $140k (commensurate with experience)