Part-Time General Counsel — Higher Education Compliance

Eastern Illinois University; Charleston (IL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 95,174; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Retirement Benefits

Tuition Waivers

Paid Holidays and Vacation

Job summary

Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, Illinois, invites applications for a part-time General Counsel up to 18.75 hours per week. Candidates must hold a J.D., have at least five years of experience in higher education, and be a member of the Illinois bar or eligible to become one upon appointment.

The role requires knowledge of contracts, procurement rules, labor law, and campus compliance. The position is hybrid with on-campus availability as needed by senior leadership and attendance at

Qualifications

• Earned J.D. degree and at least five years of experience in higher education law.
• Membership in the Illinois bar or ability to obtain membership after appointment.
• Knowledge of contracts, procurement rules, collective bargaining, labor law, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel to the university and senior leadership.
• Advise on contracts, procurement, labor relations, and compliance with state and university rules.
• Engage with Board of Trustees, attend meetings and retreats, and support board relations.

Skills

Contracts

Labor law

Compliance

Board relations

Higher education experience

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

Eastern Illinois University in Charleston, Illinois, invites applications for a part-time General Counsel up to 18.75 hours per week. Candidates must hold a J.D., have at least five years of experience in higher education, and be a member of the Illinois bar or eligible to become one upon appointment.

The role requires knowledge of contracts, procurement rules, labor law, and campus compliance. The position is hybrid with on-campus availability as needed by senior leadership and attendance at