CSCU Assistant General CounselCSCU System Office • Hartford, CT, US
CSCU Assistant General Counsel
CSCU System Office • Hartford, CT, US
1 day ago
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Job description00pm (EST) on Friday, November 21, 2025 Location : CSCU System Office 61 Woodland Street Hartford, CT 06105 This position is not remote For more information, please visit the campus website or www.ct.edu / hr / jobs Connecticut State Colleges & Universities Mission : The Connecticut State Colleges & Universities (CSCU) contribute to the creation of knowledge and the economic growth of the state of Connecticut by providing affordable, innovative, and rigorous programs. Our learning environments transform students and facilitate an ever-increasing number of individuals to achieve their personal and career goals. The Connecticut State Colleges and Universities will build on its long and successful history by working collectively - within and across institutions - and by engaging external partners to increase the number of students pursuing and completing personally and professionally rewarding certificate and degree programs, improving their social mobility, and helping the state to meet its current and future workforce demands. The Connecticut State Colleges and Universities commits to bold and disruptive change by actively identifying, naming, and dismantling structural racism, systemic poverty, and other barriers; establishing equitable and anti-racist policies and practices; and empowering students, faculty, staff, and administrators to advance racial, social, and economic justice. Our core collective responsibility is to continuously assess practices and policies and transform the world we live in by eliminating inequities. December 2025 Position Summary : The Assistant General Counsel will provide legal support and guidance on a full range of higher education issues impacting the colleges and universities within the jurisdiction of the Connecticut Board of Regents for Higher Education (BOR). discrimination complaints from both students and employees; interprets statutes, regulations and policies; addresses legal questions as they arise; provides training to assure legal compliance; and review and drafting of contracts and other agreements. The incumbent may also serve on task forces or working groups on behalf of OGC. Under the direction of the Associate General Counsel , the Assistant General Counsel is responsible for providing legal support and guidance through effective performance in these essential duties : Conduct legal research and analysis on complex issues relevant to higher education and public sector institutions. Supply legal guidance and training for faculty and staff in the form of written memoranda and oral presentations. Provide legal advice to academic and administrative leaders from all CSCU institutions on a variety of substantive issues. Represent senior CSCU executives and managers in administrative hearings. Serve as a point of contact for litigation matters, including serving as Attorney General designee for Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities (CHRO). Develop training materials and other resources, coordinate training for institutions on legal issues, including Freedom of Information, copyright, intellectual property, and information technology. Draft and participate in the legal review of contracts, leases, licenses, royalty agreements, and other documents through which CSCU transacts business. Draft complex contracts, memoranda of understanding, and affiliation and collaborative agreements. Monitor and assist with litigation matters, including discovery requests. Support and provide legal advice to CSCU institutions and System Office departments on a variety of issues including financial aid, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), and grading. Keep abreast of issues and developments in legal specialty areas by reading journals, attending professional conferences, and conferring with colleagues nationwide. Support external affairs / legislative team with review and draft of proposed legislation. Draft and review BOR policies and procedures on a broad variety of institutional issues, provide legal research and analysis, and work with CSCU Office of Compliance to ensure appropriate form. Conduct investigations as required. Review and respond to Freedom of Information requests. Assist the General Counsel by providing client-focused and mission-oriented legal services to CSCU departments, institutions, officials, and employees, and perform other related duties as directed by the General Counsel. This posting includes qualifications, experience and skills but is not limited to the full specifications stated in the job description. Juris Doctor (JD) from an American Bar Association (ABA) -accredited law school or Bachelor of Laws (LLB). License to practice law in Connecticut or licensure within one (1) year from date of hire. Five (5) years of experience is required of which two (2) years must be related to public service, education, or employment. relevant state and federal laws, statutes, and regulations; legal practices and procedures in federal courts and state venues; legislative processes at the state and federal levels; and management principles and techniques. Ability to analyze the risk presented in a wide variety of situations, and to advise internal clients on acceptable levels of risk and risk mitigation strategies. Consistent exercise of sound judgment, often under time pressure and without complete information; strong organizational skills; demonstrated ability to work independently; ability to learn quickly, to assess a situation accurately, and render timely, practical advice; and strong interpersonal skills. Must be able to drive and be willing to travel throughout the State, as necessary. Candidates must possess proven ability to effectively work with culturally, linguistically, and ethnically diverse faculty, staff, and students. They are expected to have excellent interpersonal oral and written communication skills along with strong Information technology literacy skills such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams etc.). Minimum Salary; $140,00 approximate annual plus excellent State of CT medical insurance, retirement, and related fringe benefits. The salary will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications such as education and job-related experience, and internal equity. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future. To apply you must submit a cover letter and resume. The cover letter may be entered as text in the corresponding box, or it can be uploaded as a combined file with the resume. Incomplete applications or those submitted after the closing date will not be considered and links to other sources to view resumes are not acceptable. Following the closing date, application materials will be evaluated by a selection committee. Candidates selected for further consideration will be limited to those applicants who are best qualified based on the minimum and preferred qualifications and who have submitted all the required documents by the closing date and time listed on the job announcement. Candidates who have been selected and approved to interview will be contacted, and finalists will be recommended for further consideration by the Hiring Manager for final selection and recommendation for employment. The selection process may also include practical exercises (i.e., teaching demonstration and / or other written, technical, manipulative, or simulation exercises) to evaluate candidates' qualifications. All employment, if offered, is contingent upon proof of citizenship or employability under the requirement of the Immigration and Control Act (IRCA) and the successful passing of a background check, including granting permission to contact current and previous employers for verification. CSCU is committed to providing a safe campus community. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check and, when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check. Continuing Notice of Nondiscrimination CSCU does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or criminal record. For inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies, please contact CSCU-SO-Compliance@ct.edu. CSCU IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, M / F Powered by JazzHR
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- Posted : November 3, 2025 Level : Management / Confidential (Manager 3) Hours : Full-time, 40 hours per week Closing Date : The committee will begin review of applications immediately.
Applications must be submitted by 5 :
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This position provides legal support on a variety of matters including, but not limited to, the following :
This position is based at the CSCU System Office and reports to the CSCU General Counsel. Example of Job Duties :
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Incumbents are required to have demonstrated advanced knowledge and abilities in the following :
Considerable knowledge of the following :
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Benefits include generous leave policies; several retirement plans ; and many choices for comprehensive health insurance . You also have access to many additional benefits to save for retirement, protect your family & more with supplemental benefits. Tuition reimbursement may apply if applicable. Application Instructions :
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