What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant School Board Attorney II position at The School District of Lee County?
Assistant School Board Attorney II
The School District of Lee County is hiring an Assistant School Board Attorney II who will provide legal services and guidance to the Superintendent and District administration. This position will review and negotiate contracts relating to District operations in relevant area of legal service and provide oversight/input on legal matters in relevant area of legal service. Additionally, the Assistant School Board Attorney II will provide training and support to District administration and staff concerning legal developments in relevant area of legal service.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Doctor of Jurisprudence from an accredited law school.
- Member in good standing of the Florida Bar.
- Admitted or eligible for admission to the bar of the United States Federal District Court for the Middle District of Florida.
- Florida Bar Board Certification in relevant area of legal service preferred.
- Four (4) years of experience as a practicing attorney with two (2) years of experience in relevant area of legal service.
- Proven experience successfully managing multiple business functions in a leadership capacity preferred.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find acceptable.
Essential Job Functions:
- Serve as in-house counsel providing legal services primarily related to litigation of claims against the District.
- Advise the Superintendent and District staff on all legal matters affecting the District.
- Represent, or provide for the representation as required in litigation, administrative proceedings, arbitrations, mediations, and other proceedings.
- Draft and negotiate agreements with parties engaged in business with the District.
- Draft and negotiate interlocal agreements with county and municipal governments.
- Draft and negotiate interagency agreements with state and federal agencies, as needed.
- Cross-train and provide legal support in relevant area of legal service to other members of Legal Services.
- Work closely with the School Board Attorney and General Counsel to meet the legal needs of the School District and School Board.
- Conduct and oversee legal research, prepare and render legal opinions, and answer legal questions as requested by the Superintendent and District staff.
- Prepare position statements and other documentation for submission as related to complaints filed against the District; maintain a database related to the same.
- Develop and maintain template documents and assist staff in preparing a variety of legal documents to include contracts, agreements, memorandums of understanding, and other items.
- As needed, serve as parliamentarian at School Board meetings and act as legal advisor to the School Board at quasi-judicial hearings.
- Work with the School Board Attorney and General Counsel to develop and implement of risk mitigation strategies.
- Review and recommend appropriate changes to policies, contracts, and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and Department of Education rules and policies.
- Ensure compliance with publication notices and updates.
- Conduct applicable in-service training on legal issues for the District.
- Maintain confidentiality of privileged attorney-client matters.
- Practice and maintain high standards of ethics, honesty, and integrity in all professional matters.
- Follow all District policies and procedures.
Your Perks:
- Salary Negotiable based on experience
- Work schedule is 255 days/year
- Employee insurance programs
- Retirement programs
- Employee benefits & wellness programs
- Free access to state-of-the art gym (located at district office)
- Free Professional development
About Lee County:
The School District of Lee County is the eighth-largest district in Florida and the 27th-largest school district in the United States*. We proudly educate over 101,000 students in grades K-12. Schools in Lee County play a key role in community life. With 12,000 full- and part-time employees, the School District is one of the county's largest employers, and with the District's construction program, building new schools, and renovating and expanding existing facilities, the District has been the area's largest developer.
*Source: National Center for Education Statistics
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Education:
- Doctorate (Required)
License/Certification:
- Florida Bar Board Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Fort Myers, FL 33966: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person