Assistant General Counsel
Assistant General Counsel
South Dakota State University
Brookings, SD
South Dakota State University is seeking applicants for the position of an Assistant General Counsel. Under, and at the direction of, the SDSU Vice President and General Counsel, the SDSU Assistant General Counsel – Litigation and Employment supports the SDSU Vice President and General Counsel by: attending and representing the University in assigned administrative and legal proceedings, serving as lead or supporting litigation counsel as assigned; interfacing with clients and keeping them advised of developments and status of all matters regarding assigned pre-litigation and litigation matters; handling subpoenas, public records, and other document requests; providing guidance to SDSU Human Resources on labor and employment matters, including grievance support on behalf of SDSU as the employer; supporting the SDSU General Counsel interaction with EEOC, DOL, DOJ, including response and defense of inquiries and investigations; developing legal and factual research, analysis, and writing including but not limited to legal and factual research and analysis; drafting accurate and succinct contracts, legal, and non-legal documents; gathering, organizing, reviewing, and preparing materials related to legal services and proceedings; assisting with and/or performing assigned interviews and investigations; drafting and maintaining policies and procedures; and performing other duties as assigned. For a summary of the minimum and preferred qualifications, the application deadline, contact information for questions on position, and to apply, visit https://YourFuture.sdbor.edu, search for the position, and follow the electronic application process. For questions on the electronic employment process, contact SDSU Human Resources at (605) 688-4128. SDSU is an AA/EEO employer.
SDSU actively seeks to increase social and intellectual diversity among its faculty and staff. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are especially encouraged to apply.