Legal Support Coordinator

DescriptionJob DescriptionPOSITION: Legal Support CoordinatorREPORTS TO: Director of Legal OperationsPOSITION TYPE: 12-monthSTART DATE: July 2026COMPENSATION: $26.40 - $31.68/hour, Home Office Grade 4At YES Prep, work for a mission that impacts the life trajectory of students and their families. YES Prep creates pathways to extraordinary opportunity through best-in-class development, competitive compensation and benefits, and recognition for your impact. Grow as an authentic leader and be part of a high-performing, team-oriented culture.Some Quick Stats About Us21,650 Students 2,600 Team Members16 Secondary Campuses12 Elementary Campuses91% Students Who Qualify for Free/Reduced-Price Lunch96% Hispanic & African-American Students99% Students Who Are Accepted to a 4-Year University85% First-Generation College StudentsRanked in the Top 100 High Schools in the Nation, U.S. News & World ReportWe serve the students of Houston, Texas, the 4th largest city across the United States. There are over 20 public-school districts and other great public charter school options within Houston’s city limits serving our increasing population.THE OPPORTUNITYYES Prep needs a dynamic Legal Support Coordinator with a robust set of experiences, to make our mission a reality. As a YES Prep employee, you will achieve jaw-dropping results, create pathways to opportunity for our students, and build transformative relationships.To put it simply, you will keep the organization’s legal work organized, documented, and moving forward. This role manages contract workflows, supports Title IX and investigation processes, conducts legal research, and ensures required steps and timelines are followed. It’s ideal for someone who enjoys detail-oriented work, building reliable systems, and supporting complex matters behind the scenes.THE ROLEWhen you join the YES Prep team, some of the work and responsibilities will include:Contract Lifecycle Management Owning the end-to-end contract lifecycle workflow: intake, routing for Director review, approval tracking, execution, and archiving;Maintaining a centralized contract register with status, key dates, renewal timelines, and approval milestones, surfacing upcoming deadlines to the Director on a defined schedule;Preparing, tracking, and organizing contracts throughout the approval lifecycle; Maintaining contract records and support Board approval processes; Drafting routine legal documents (e.g., standard agreements, notices, form letters) in alignment with established templates, policies, and Director-approved standards; escalating any non-routine or novel documents to the Director before issuance;Maintaining records retention policy and procedures; Flagging any contracts approaching renewal, expiration, or requiring amendment and initiating the renewal workflow with sufficient lead time for Director review.SOP & Policy Maintenance Owning version control and maintenance of legal operations SOPs, policy templates, and compliance documentation, surfacing documents requiring update to the Director on a defined review cycle; Drafting first versions and annual updates of standard legal operations SOPs for Director review and approval; Maintaining an SOP and policy library with current versions, effective dates, and next review dates, ensuring nothing goes stale without Director awareness; Coordinating cross-functional input on policy drafts as directed, gathering feedback from stakeholders and consolidating for Director review.Legal Matter Intake & Tracking Serving as the single intake point for all incoming formal legal matters, including complaints, subpoenas, custody orders, legal notices, and agency inquiries; Opening a file, assigning a tracking number, setting the response timeline, and routing each matter to the Director within one business day of receipt; Maintaining a unified legal matter log with status, deadlines, assigned owner, and required next steps, providing the Director with a weekly status snapshot; Tracking and coordinating formal complaints, including documentation, timelines, and required responses; escalate all matters with potential legal exposure, media risk, or precedent-setting implications to the Director immediately upon identification; Supporting responses to subpoenas, custody orders, and legal notices in alignment with established templates, policies, and regulatory requirements; Coordinating document collection, redaction, and production; Providing document production support to the Compliance Coordinator on PIR responses as assigned; the Compliance Coordinator holds primary ownership of PIR workflow.Legal Research & Case SupportConducting legal and regulatory research;Research does not include providing legal opinions or compliance determinations; findings are surfaced to the Director for all risk or interpretation decisionsTracking and coordinating formal complaints, including documentation, timelines, and required responses; escalating high-risk or complex matters to the Director;Supporting responses to subpoenas, custody orders, and legal notices in alignment with established templates, policies, and regulatory requirements;Coordinating document collection, redaction, and production. Title IX & Investigation Process SupportManaging Title IX case intake, tracking, and timelines; Ensuring required notices and documentation are completed; Coordinating with campus and HR investigators (no fact-finding); Supporting process and documentation for personnel and student investigations; Maintaining audit-ready legal and investigation files.This role supports Title IX process administration only and does not serve as YES Prep’s designated Title IX Coordinator under 34 CFR106.8; all determinations and formal notifications are made by or under the direction of the designated CoordinatorCompliance & Legal Training Coordination Coordinating logistics for all legal and compliance training initiatives led by the Director, including scheduling, participant communication, materials preparation, and room or platform setup; Maintaining training completion records and track participation against required timelines, flagging gaps to the Director; Preparing and organizing training materials, presentation decks, and reference guides as directed, maintaining a current library of training resources; Coordinating any follow-up actions or acknowledgment requirements after training delivery.External Counsel Coordination Serving as the operational point of contact for external counsel engagements: coordinating scheduling, transmitting documents, tracking deliverables, and managing communication logistics; Tracking all active outside counsel matters, deadlines, and open items, providing the Director with a regular status update; Processing and routing external counsel invoices for Director approval, verifying that billed services align with approved scope before submission; Maintaining organized files for each outside counsel engagement, including engagement letters, correspondence, invoices, and deliverables.This role does not independently direct, authorize, or engage outside counsel; all decisions regarding scope and engagement are made by the Director. Additional duties as assigned by the team or department leadershipTHE PERSONWe seek staff with a multitude of backgrounds, talents, interests, and ideas. Certain traits consistently shine through our most successful employees: passion for the mission, drive for results, care for students, and resilience. Other traits needed and desired for this role are:THE MUST HAVESBachelor’s degree from an accredited institution or equivalent relevant work experienceParalegal certificate from an ABA-approved or accredited program or 2+ years of paralegal/legal operations experience3–5 years of experience in a legal, compliance, or paralegal role, with demonstrated ability to manage multiple active matters simultaneouslyFamiliarity with legal and regulatory requirements related to education, public information, and confidentiality (e.g., FERPA, TPIA/FOIA, Title IX processes)Experience drafting, reviewing, or organizing contracts and legal documentsExperience managing case files, deadlines, and documentation systemsExperience conducting legal or regulatory research and summarizing findingsFamiliarity with records management and document production (including redaction)Experience managing or coordinating contract lifecycle workflows, including tracking approvals, renewals, and executionDemonstrated ability to build and maintain organized tracking systems for multiple concurrent matters with competing deadlinesExceptional organization and attention to detailStrong written communication skillsAbility to manage multiple deadlines and prioritize independentlyDiscretion and ability to handle sensitive/confidential informationProcess-oriented mindset (comfortable following and improving systems)Ability to escalate issues appropriately rather than independently interpret legal riskStrong follow-through and documentation habitsAbility to juggle multiple tasks and initiatives at onceAbility to work outside of normal hours and on weekendsOpenness to giving and receiving frequent feedbackAbility to maintain emotional control under stressAbility to work urgently in a fast-paced and results-oriented environmentCreates and maintains positive working relationships on a team and/or in a highly collaborative environmentA dedication to learn, grow, and develop as a professionalTHE MUST HAVE BELIEFSBelief in and commitment to the mission and core values of YES Prep Public Schools Desire to disrupt systemic status quos in education Willingness to go above and beyond to disrupt said status quos Passion to develop resiliency through a relentless pursuit of jaw-dropping results Conviction that high expectations + high accountability = high performance and high growth THE NICE TO HAVESParalegal certification (CP, ACP, or equivalent)Master’s degree in Legal Studies, Public Administration, or related fieldTitle IX investigator or coordinator training (process-focused)Records management certification (CRM)Training in contract lifecycle management systems Experience working in K–12 education, higher education, or public sector Bilingual – Spanish THE PERKSCompensation – This position is an hourly, non-exempt position; offers commensurate with experience. Health and Supplemental Insurance – A $0 monthly medical option or a $24 monthly option that includes $50 YES Prep Paid Health Savings Account contribution, in addition to a variety of supplemental benefits including Dental, Vision, Disability, Life, etc. Employees must work 20+ hours a week to be eligible for a full spectrum of benefits, and 10 hours a week minimum for medical benefits.Retirement Plans – Participation in Teacher Retirement System of Texas and an optional 457b Retirement Plan.Paid Time Off – Employees working 20+ hours a week receive 15 days of Paid Time Off in addition to the system closures during the Academic Calendar.Paid Leave Programming – In the event you need to be out due to medical needs (including maternity and paternity leave), YES Prep offers paid leave, paid out at 100%, based on eligibility and tenure. Professional Development - YES Prep values longevity and performance over time. We invest in developing leaders through high-quality programs, effective coaching, and ongoing professional development. Award Winning Culture – The strong cultures of our campuses and Home Office are just one of many reasons we were named Houston’s Best Place To Work in 2018, 2019, 2021 and 2025. We won the 2012 Broad Prize for Excellence in Urban Education and were a 2016 finalist as well. YES Prep is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, national origin, disability, age, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or parenthood.