PT Law Clerk - 25001LHCoordinates the review of General Counsel legal issues for HCC. Responsible for the initial analysis, preparation, verification, and documentation of legal issues. Responsible for the initial legal response. Serves as the resources person for the colleges' personnel, particularly administrators and officers.
Coordinates activities of external counsel.Essential duties and responsibilities include the following (Other duties may be assigned):Provide initial review of HCC contactsDraft, review, revise, and negotiate, as necessary, the terms and conditions to ensure compliance with local, state and federalInterpret and answer questions about HCC politicalConduct investigations and gather necessary documents from various departments to prepare for lawsuits and student or employee complaints/grievances/incidentsReview HCC policies and procedures to determine compliance with current local, state, or federal lawResponsible for review of new/revised laws impacting higher educationProvide training as needed on legal issuesProvide direction to legal secretary on scheduling requests or other issues to be brought to the attention of General CounselAnalyze questions/actions brought forth by administrators/employees/board and determine research requirementsResearch proposed actions to determine compliance with policy, lawProvide written reports on proper steps to void legal liability and compliance issuesProvide reports to and reviews with General Counsel, issues of higher-level complexityCommunicate responses to question/actions after initial analysis and/or review with General CounselPrioritize and handle a varied workload of projects, correspondence, and project/report tracking, including coordination or external counsel projectsQualifications:Bachelor's degree and post-graduate work in law or contracts required. 1 year in legal field, preferably in post-secondary education institution. Knowledge of Westlaw, Lexis-Nexis and other legal research databases required. Able to research governmental regulations, laws and legislation.
High level of analytical ability flexibility, self-motivation, dependability and human relations skills required. Extensive knowledge of laws applying to higher education preferred. Able to communicate effectively both in writing and orally. Accuracy, attention to detail, ability to work as part of a team, excellent organization and problem solving skills, ability to assume initiative required.
Solid judgment in decision –making, ability to act with little or no supervision.EEO Statement Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran's status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Sandra B. Jacobson, J.D., M.Ed., SHRM-SCP, Interim Director of EEO and Compliance & Title IX Coordinator Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX PO Box Houston, TX or HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages involvement, innovation and creativity. Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact .