Associate General Counsel

The University of Nebraska invites applications for the position of Associate General Counsel. This is a full-time staff attorney position in the Office of the Vice President & General Counsel of the University of Nebraska (OGC). The Office of the Vice President & General Counsel is administratively responsible for all legal matters affecting the University of Nebraska and provides legal services to the Board of Regents, the President, the Chancellors, administrative officers, and others on the four campuses of the University system and within the Office of the President. This position is located in Lincoln, Nebraska. University of Nebraska employees enjoy a flexible benefits program allowing you to customize your benefits to suit your personal needs; paid vacation and sick leave in addition to 13 paid holidays; access to career‑advancing educational programs, including and employee and dependent tuition benefit applicable at any of the NU campuses; and immediate vesting pre‑tax retirement benefits. Required Qualifications: Juris Doctorate B.A. / B.S. plus an earned J.D. degree from an accredited law school 3 years relevant experience as a practicing attorney Member in good standing of the State Bar of Nebraska, or permitted to be admitted in Nebraska under Nebraska Court Rule section 3-119 as a Class 1-B applicant within one year following the hiring date Preferred Qualifications: 3 years drafting, negotiating and reviewing a wide variety of contracts Prior experience at another institution of higher education, public employer, non‑profit entity, or law firm, specifically working in those areas of practice identified above Additional Information: High level of attention to detail Excellent independent judgment and decision‑making skills Excellent oral and written communication skills Strong interpersonal skills Aptitude for strategic thinking Ability to anticipate problems Track record of timely completion of projects and assignments Effective organizational skills Ability to handle multiple priorities and tasks Strong ability to summarize and explain legal complexities Job Location: Lincoln, NE 68588 Advertised Salary: Salary will be commensurate with experience and credentials, plus benefits. For questions or accommodations related to this position contact: humanresources@nebraska.edu The University of Nebraska is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the University of Nebraska to adopt and support measures designed to prevent and eliminate discrimination against employees and prospective employees of the University of Nebraska based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation. The University of Nebraska does not condone or tolerate discrimination. #J-18808-Ljbffr