What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer position at Chicago State University?
Posting Details
Position Information
| Posting Number | S24052P |
|---|---|
| Posting Date | 10/17/2023 |
| Closing Date | 12/15/2023 |
| Title | General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer |
| Working Title | General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer |
| Salary Range | $211,150 |
| Employee Class | Administrator |
| Department | Office of Labor and Legal Affairs |
| Full-time/ Part-time | Full-time |
| Specialization | |
| Hours Per Week | 40 |
| Standard Work Week | Monday-Friday; Frequent Night & Weekend Availability Required |
| Job Summary |
The Opportunity Chicago State University invites qualified candidates to apply for the position of General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer. This vital role provides legal advice and consultation to the Board of Trustees, University President, the Administration and faculty and represents the University before University hearing bodies as well as administrative and judicial bodies of the United States, the State of Illinois, and Illinois counties and municipal bodies. The General Counsel and Chief Compliance Officer also oversees and coordinates the University's commitment to remain compliant with all applicable legal and regulatory obligations. About Us Chicago State University (CSU), founded in 1867, is the oldest public university in the Chicago Metropolitan area. CSU is known for its impressive landscape, sitting on 161 wooded acres featuring large tracts of open space and beautiful trees. The campus is located near the recently-renovated CTA 95th Street station, as well as other transit systems that all provide commuter students, faculty and staff convenient access to the campus. The University's five colleges-Health Sciences, Arts and Sciences, Business, Education and Pharmacy- offer various undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree-granting programs. The University also provides the greater South Side Chicago community with a multitude of athletic, cultural, educational and recreational activities. Under the leadership of President Zaldwaynaka Scott, Esq., whose term began in July 2018, CSU has been committed to a process of renewal and transformation. The President's student-centered vision focuses on the advancement of the outstanding academic programs currently in place, as well as the development of new, innovative, and relevant programs to meet the needs of employers of the twenty-first century. Top priorities for the President include an unwavering focus on sustainable enrollment growth and student academic and career success. |
| Job Description |
Focus of Role As General Counsel, you will provide advice and support to the Board of Trustees, President, University executive leadership, and other University units.
As the Chief Compliance Officer, directs the formulation of strategic compliance planning in support of the University's vision, mission and values. Oversees integrated implementation and evaluation of compliance initiatives and on-going activities for compliance units, including coordination between the Office of Legal Affairs, Internal Audit, and other compliance partners, as may be identified to serve future needs.
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| Minimum Qualifications |
Experience Required:
Education Required:
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| Preferred Qualifications | Five years as general counsel of a large educational, non-profit, for-profit, or governmental organization, or equivalent role as outside counsel, is preferred. A minimum of five years of experience in supervising the work of other lawyers, is preferred. |
| Knowledge, Skills and Abilities | * Significant experience in higher education legal matters or representation of colleges or universities. * Record of exercising excellent judgment on behalf of clients including large and complex organizations and issues. * Commitment to the highest ethical and professional standards; personal and professional integrity beyond reproach; unquestioned discretion in maintaining confidentiality. * Excellent written and oral communications skills in public and private settings with diverse audiences; ability to translate complex legal issues for a lay audience. * Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, professional reputation for strong ethical and integrity, able to collaborate with a diverse population, and ability to collaborate with Trustees, senior administrators, student, faculty, staff, government officials, and external audiences. * Ready availability at all times in person or electronically to the president and senior administrators in case of organization challenges and emergency. * Possession of a valid motor vehicle driver's license. * A sense of urgency and responsiveness in dealing with clients, and an ability to handle multiple tasks in a timely manner. |
| Additional Applicant Information | |
| Physical Requirement/ Demands | Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing |
| Work Environment | General office work environment No adverse environmental conditions expected |
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