Assistant General Counsel, Part Time

Community College of Baltimore County; Dundalk (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading community college seeks a Part-Time Assistant General Counsel to provide legal representation in various areas of law affecting higher education. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in contract law, human resources, and compliance, with a focus on supporting the College's mission and policies. This position offers opportunities to influence policy development and ensure legal compliance across multiple facets of the institution.

Benefits

Retirement plans including 403(b) and 457(b)

Free parking with permit

Paid sick and safe leave for part-time employees

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of experience as an attorney in higher education or related fields.
• Expertise in contracts, student affairs, and compliance required.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on HR matters and student affairs.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state laws.
• Collaborate with colleagues and manage outside counsel as needed.

Skills

Legal representation

Contract law

Labor and employment law

Litigation

Civil rights law

Privacy law

Intellectual property

Education

Juris doctorate from ABA-accredited law school

Member of Maryland Bar in good standing

Job description

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The Community College of Baltimore County seeks a dynamic candidate for the Part-Time Assistant General Counsel role in the Office of General Counsel.

The Office of General Counsel provides legal representation, advice, and counsel in various areas of law affecting the College. This position will focus primarily on contracts, labor and employment, litigation, student affairs, civil rights, constitutional law, public records, policy development, privacy, intellectual property, conflict of interest, ethics, insurance, risk management, and compliance. The position reports directly to the General Counsel.

Minimum Requirements

• Juris doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Member of Maryland bar in good standing, or eligible for admission to Maryland bar.
• At least five (5) years of substantial and responsible experience as an attorney in higher education, government, or law firm, with relevant experience related to the duties described.

Application Deadline

Please apply by the Best Consideration Date: June 26, 2025.

Essential Duties

• Provide legal advice on human resources matters, including hiring, disability, leave, discipline, investigations, wage and hour, and workers' compensation.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws.
• Advise on student affairs, including athletics, behavioral intervention, FERPA, financial aid, conduct, and Title IX.
• Advise on Maryland Open Meetings Act and public meetings.
• Represent the College in administrative matters before regulatory agencies.
• Assist outside counsel and the Baltimore County Office of Law in litigation.
• Manage public information requests, subpoenas, and records retention.
• Help develop and implement College policies and procedures.
• Draft legal documents, including agreements and memoranda.
• Collaborate with colleagues and manage outside counsel as needed.
• Stay updated on relevant laws and regulations; provide training as necessary.

Benefits

• Retirement plans including 403(b) and 457(b).
• Free parking with permit.
• Paid sick and safe leave for part-time employees.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Legal
• Industry: Higher Education