Chief Education Counsel & Policy Leader

State of Florida; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

State Group Insurance coverage options

Retirement plan options

Nine paid holidays + Personal Holiday

Job summary

State of Florida—Department of Education seeks a General Counsel (SMS) to serve as chief legal advisor to the State Board of Education and the Commissioner of Education on all education-related matters. The role oversees the Office of the General Counsel and staff, and coordinates legal operations across the department.

The position requires licensure by the Florida Bar and broad expertise in education law, contracts, and regulatory matters, with oversight of litigation, legislation, and

Qualifications

• Broad experience in education law, Florida Education Law, contracts, compliance and regulatory matters.

Responsibilities

• Supervise outside counsel, coordinate work with outside counsel, and ensure alignment with Department and Commissioner’s priorities.

Skills

Education law

Contracts

Regulatory matters

Florida Education Law

Compliance

Education

Licensed by the Florida Bar

Job description

State of Florida—Department of Education seeks a General Counsel (SMS) to serve as chief legal advisor to the State Board of Education and the Commissioner of Education on all education-related matters. The role oversees the Office of the General Counsel and staff, and coordinates legal operations across the department.

The position requires licensure by the Florida Bar and broad expertise in education law, contracts, and regulatory matters, with oversight of litigation, legislation, and