Vice President, Special Advisor, and General Counsel

Lane Community College

vision insurance, sick time, long term disability

United States, Oregon, Eugene

Nov 07, 2024

Posting Details

AA/EEO Statement

AA/EEO Statement:	Lane Community College is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity / Veteran / Disabled Employer embracing equity, inclusion and accessibility. We encourage a safe and hospitable environment for historically marginalized populations including women, BIPOC, Latinx, LGBTQ+ individuals, veterans, and candidates and employees living with disabilities.
Veterans Statement	Lane actively recruits veterans and those with disabilities for all positions. For accommodations and questions call 541-463-5586. Veterans, please fax, e-mail, mail or deliver your documentation (DD214/DD215/letter of disability) to Human Resources, roushz@lanecc.edu, 541-463-3970 Lane Community College ensures that all documentation submitted to HR will remain confidential.

Position Information:

Posting Number:	240151
Job Title:	Vice President, Special Advisor, and General Counsel
Applicant Notification:	Department Information Lane Community College (Lane) is pleased to announce the search for the next Vice President, Special Advisor and General Counsel (General Counsel). The General Counsel is the chief legal officer for Lane Community College and serves as the legal advisor to the Board of Trustees and the President. Providing expert legal counsel, guidance, and strategic direction, the General Counsel helps to ensure that the College identifies and manages legal risks effectively. Applications are being accepted through Academic Search. To apply, please follow this link.
Location:	Main Campus
Classification:	Management
Position Type:	Management
Anticipated Start Date:	Upon Hire
Salary/Wage:	Annual
Salary/Wage Range:	Initial Salary Placement: $177,000- $200,000 Annually
Salary/Compensation Statement:	The application is used to determine the initial salary placement for selected candidates. All employment and education history will be considered. College management employees have access to LCC'sManagement Benefits package, which includes a generous contribution toward medical, dental and vision insurance, long term disability as well as paid sick leave and vacation time. Lane Community College is considered a qualifying public employer for the purposes of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, full-time employees working at the College may qualify for forgiveness of the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan. Questions regarding your loan eligibility should be directed to your loan servicer or to the US Department of Education.
Grant Statement:
Working Schedule:	Full-time; Variable work hours based upon department needs; weekends, evenings and travel may be required. Generally Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm.
FLSA:	Exempt
Position Status:	Permanent
Full/Part:	Full-Time
Annual Schedule:	260 Day (12 Month)
Annual Schedule Details:
Quicklink for Posting:	https://jobs.lanecc.edu/postings/12851

POSTING TEXT

Posting Date:	09/18/2024
Closing Date:
Applicant Pool:	No
Open Until Filled:	Yes

Required QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education:	Qualified candidates will hold a law degree (JD) from an American Bar Association accredited institution.
Required Experience:	Extensive experience in higher education administration. Extensive experience in legal practice serving a higher education institution or similar complex organization. Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Demonstrated commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Licensure or Certification Requirements	Membership in good standing in the Oregon State Bar, or membership in good standing in another state bar, and eligibility to gain admission in the Oregon State Bar within twelve (12) months of hire.
Conditions of Employment:	Successful applicants are required to complete a criminal background check. Infractions do not necessarily disqualify a candidate, and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. See our FAQs for more detail. Must work and reside in the state of Oregon at the time their work is being performed.

Preferred QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Education
Preferred Experience	Experience in a similar dual role within a higher education institution. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders. Strong understanding of higher education governance and legal issues. Admission to the Oregon State Bar within one year of hire. Multicultural experience and bilingual proficiency in World languages is desirable. A demonstrated commitment to promote and enhance the concepts of social justice and culturally competent behaviors is expected.
Language Statement	We welcome multilingual applicants who can support and welcome all students.
Bilingual/Multicultural Statement:	Inclusiveness, diversity, and equity are integral to Lane's commitment to excellence in education and our commitment to student and community engagement. We welcome applicants who bring a diversity of identity, culture, experience, perspective, multilingual skills, and thought. We encourage applications from candidates that identify with groups that are historically underrepresented in higher education.
Equivalency Statement:	We want to find the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We encourage you to apply, even if you do not believe you meet every one of the qualifications described. You are also encouraged to address how your professional and lived experience, scholarship, teaching, mentorship, and/or service will contribute to the Lane mission of transforming lives through learning.
Position Purpose:	The Vice President, Special Advisor, and General Counsel serves as an executive-level advisor to the President and the Board of Education, while providing strategic leadership and legal counsel. This dual role involves overseeing the daily operations of the President's Office, ensuring effective communication and coordination across the college, and managing the college's legal affairs.
Essential Functions:	Strategic Leadership: Advise the President on key strategic initiatives and institutional priorities. Coordinate and facilitate the implementation of the President's agenda. Serve as a liaison between the President and various college stakeholders. Operational Management: Oversee the planning, execution, and evaluation of the President's office initiatives Act as the primary advisor and aide to the President, supporting decision-making, communication, and day-to-day execution of institutional priorities. Ensure effective communication and coordination among senior leadership and administrative units. Manage special projects and initiatives as directed by the President. Legal Counsel: Provide legal advice and representation to the college on a wide range of issues, including governance, compliance, employment, policy, and contracts. Oversee the college's legal affairs, including managing outside counsel. Ensure the college's compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Board Relations: Serve as Parliamentarian to the Board of Trustees, ensuring adherence to parliamentary procedures and governance best practices. Assist in the preparation of board materials and reports, ensuring they are comprehensive and accurate. Act as an advisor to the Board of Trustees and the President on behalf of the institution, providing guidance on legal and strategic matters. Policy and Procedure: Ensure that the development, review, and implementation of college policies and procedures are routine and consistent. Ensure all policies and procedures comply with federal, state, and local laws and regulations. Equity and Inclusion: Demonstrate Lane Community College's core value of social justice by ensuring equity and inclusion skills such as respect, inclusiveness, reflection, and valuing cultural and personal differences. These are the basis of employee and student interpersonal communications and relationships and are applied to all position responsibilities. Duties are carried out respectfully, regardless of age, color, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, social class, marital status, national origin, race, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, veteran's status, nationality, age, language, origin or employment status. Must demonstrate an active concern for meeting the needs of students, staff, and the public.
Supervision Statement:	This position reports directly to the President.
Physical Demands/Working Environment:	This position works indoors and is exposed to usual office working conditions that includes office noises and interruptions, such as printers, telephones, and visitors. This position requires that an employee be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time; perform cognitive and psychometric work for more than six (6) hours a day. This position may work with individuals who may be hostile or abusive. Work may require transporting materials up to twenty-five (25) pounds. Work Safely.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:	Proficiency in planning, executing, and overseeing projects with a strategic approach to ensure alignment with organizational goals and successful outcomes. Commitment to delivering exceptional service and addressing the needs and concerns of clients or stakeholders with a proactive and solution-oriented approach. Demonstrated capability to support and drive organizational change, effectively communicating the benefits and guiding others through transitions. Proficiency and experience in labor and employment law, including discrimination, disability accommodation, job-protected leaves, hiring, performance management, and discharge, wage and hour, internal investigations, employment agreements, and other relevant employment law situations. Expertise in evaluating and enhancing existing processes to increase efficiency, effectiveness, and overall performance. Demonstrated capability in leading and managing teams, providing guidance, support, and motivation to achieve high performance and team cohesion. Skill in collective bargaining issues, including contract negotiations, unfair labor practice charges, and grievance and arbitration matters. Skills in effective written and verbal communication for a wide variety of audiences, internal and external to the College. Skill in establishing and maintaining positive relationships with colleagues, stakeholders, and clients to foster a collaborative work environment. Ability to draft, read and provide guidance on complex legal matters. Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of audiences, and to provide sophisticated information in plain language. Ability to work collaboratively within a team, contributing to group efforts and supporting team members to achieve common goals. Ability to systematically analyze complex information, identify patterns, and make data-driven decisions to solve problems effectively. Ability to understand and carry out Lane Community College's commitment to student success, lifelong learning, and the needs of students, staff, and the public. Ability to understand and carry out Lane Community College's mission and strategic agendas, including College Learning Outcomes, cultural competency, and diversity.
Applicant Instructions:	Applicant Instructions Lane Community College is being assisted in its search by Academic Search. Applications are being accepted through their webiste. To view the full job description and apply, please follow this link. Applications should consist of a substantive cover letter, a resume, and a list of three professional references with full contact information (names, titles, email address and phone numbers). No references will be contacted without the explicit permission of the candidate. Applications, nominations, and expressions of interest can be submitted electronically to LaneCC@academicsearch.org. Questions? Confidential discussions about this opportunity may be arranged by contacting Senior Consultant, Mary Kennard, Esq. Mary.Kennard@academicsearch.org
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College and Division Information:	College Information The goal of Lane Community College is to help students achieve their dreams and transform lives through learning. The faculty and staff are dedicated to helping students succeed. Lane partners with businesses in the community to help shape the current and future workforce. Lane is a learning-centered community college that provides affordable, quality, lifelong educational opportunities. History Lane was founded in 1964 by a vote of local citizens, and the main campus opened in 1968. The college was a successor to the Eugene Technical-Vocational School that was founded in 1938. Lane has received many awards and accolades for its innovative programs and high quality instruction. The college is a member of the League for Innovation in the Community College. One of the advantages of working Lane is living in the area. Lane's main campus is in Eugene, a city known for its quality of life and for being the home of the University of Oregon. Eugene is home to more than 153,000 people and neighboring Springfield has more than 57,000 residents comprise the second largest population center in the state. Eugene and Springfield are nestled in the Willamette Valley between the Pacific Ocean and the Cascade Mountains. Some peaks in the Cascade Range can be seen from main campus. The area's scenic mountains, forests, rivers, lakes, and coastline offer many opportunities for outdoor adventures or for just sitting back and enjoying the view. See what's new at Eugene, Cascades & Oregon Coast (link is external).
Union Association:	None