Associate University Counsel, Norfolk State University

DHRM; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 102,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

Norfolk State University seeks an Associate University Counsel to handle a broad spectrum of legal matters for the institution. The attorney will advise decision-makers on legal risks and obligations and may represent NSU in state or federal court, before regulatory bodies, and to third parties in pre-litigation and transactional matters.

The role includes providing other legal services to the Commonwealth as directed by the Office of the Attorney General.

Qualifications

• Excellent analytical and written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage many projects simultaneously and work under pressure.
• Must be admitted to the Virginia State Bar or be eligible for immediate admission.

Responsibilities

• Advise decision-makers on legal risks and obligations across NSU.
• Represent NSU in state or federal court, before regulatory bodies, and in pre-litigation matters.
• Provide other legal services to the Commonwealth as directed by the Office of the Attorney General.

Skills

Analytical skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Work under pressure

Education

Virginia State Bar admission

Job description

Title:

Associate University Counsel, Norfolk State University

State Role Title:

Assistant Attorney General

Hiring Range:

$102,000-$164,000

Pay Band:

UG

Agency:

Attorney General & Dept of Law

Location:

Norfolk State University

Agency Website:

https://www.oag.state.va.us/

Recruitment Type:

General Public - G

Job Duties

It is anticipated that the attorney will handle a broad range of legal matters, serving all divisions of the University. Serving as agency counsel requires advising decision-makers throughout the organization on the legal risks and obligations associated with their duties as employees or board members. This position may also represent NSU in state or federal court, before regulatory bodies, and to third parties in pre-litigation and transactional matters. Additionally, this individual will provide other legal services to the Commonwealth as directed by the Office of the Attorney General.

Minimum Qualifications

• The successful candidate will have excellent analytical abilities and written and oral communication skills and be able to respond to legal requests in a timely fashion.
• Excellent interpersonal skills are also required.
• High level organizational skills and an ability to manage many projects simultaneously and work under pressure are required.
• Must be admitted to the Virginia State Bar or be eligible for immediate admission.

Additional Considerations

• A minimum of five years of experience in the general practice of law or the service of state agencies or institutions is preferred.
• Preference will be given to applicants with specific experience in the representation of higher education institutions.

Contact Information

Name: OAG Recruitment

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Advertised: 18 Sep 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

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