District Counsel: Policy, Contracts & Litigation

TrulyHired; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Broward County Public Schools seeks an attorney to provide professional legal services for all district departments and offices. The role includes representing the School Board in litigation and assisting with drafting policies, contracts and documents.

The position requires Florida Bar admission and relevant legal experience. Bilingual candidates are preferred, and the work involves ensuring compliance with district policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Admission to the Florida Bar.
• Computer skills as required for the position.
• An earned degree from an accredited law school.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in professional legal work preferred.
• Bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional legal services for all departments, divisions and offices of the School District.
• Represent the School Board in litigation brought by or against the School District.
• Assist in drafting and/or reviewing Board policies, contracts and documents.
• Assist in rendering legal opinions.
• Perform or direct legal research.
• Assist in coordinating and directing investigations of claims and complaints by or against the School Board, including construction and special education.
• Assist in the acquisition of land for the School Board through negotiation or condemnation proceedings.
• Follow the School Board policies and ensure safety rules and procedures.

Job description

Broward County Public Schools seeks an attorney to provide professional legal services for all district departments and offices. The role includes representing the School Board in litigation and assisting with drafting policies, contracts and documents.

The position requires Florida Bar admission and relevant legal experience. Bilingual candidates are preferred, and the work involves ensuring compliance with district policies and procedures.