Attorney II (Inst) or Attorney III (Inst) Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Please see Special Instructions for more details. Applications must be submitted online. A completed application will include a letter addressing all minimum and preferred qualifications and a CV/resume.Finalist candidate(s) being considered for hire will be required to provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool. References will not be contacted prior to candidates being notified.In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidate’s application materials whether he/she/they meet any of the qualifications, he/she/they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.All application materials will be further evaluated as evidence of excellent written communication skills. Candidate(s) selected for hire will be required to submit official college transcripts.Position Information Posting Details Official Job Title Attorney II (Inst) or Attorney III (Inst) Working Title: University Legal Counsel or Senior University Legal Counsel Position Number 01217073 Division Finance & Administrative Affairs Department B028000 LEGAL AFFAIRS Position Type Non-Teaching Academic Staff Appointment Type Fixed Renewable, Non-Teaching Pay Basis Annual Salary Grade 29 FLSA Status Exempt Percent 100 Posting Type Staff UWM Description The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee ( UWM ) is Wisconsin’s second-largest university, with a unique dual mission of access and research to provide high-quality education for students from all backgrounds. UWM is one of 146 top research universities recognized as “R1” by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.UWM celebrates, values and promotes the diverse voices and experiences of its students and employees and our community partners. We believe diversity enriches and strengthens our institution. UWM is committed to providing equitable access to opportunities for students and employees from every background. We aspire to create a campus climate that is welcoming to all. Learn more here: https://uwm.edu/community-empowerment-institutional-inclusivity/about/ School/College/Division Description The UW-Milwaukee Office of Legal Affairs ( OLA ) is comprised of 4 in-house attorneys who providelegal advice and representation on the wide range of complex and specialized legal issuesaffecting the second largest campus of the Universities of Wisconsin. The SeniorUniversity Legal Counsel (Attorney III ) or University Legal Counsel (Attorney II) position is a professional, academic staff position in OLA . The duties of the position include providing advice on a wide variety of legal matters such as personnel issues, student affairs, public records and open meetings, higher education compliance, risk management, and immigration, among others. OLA also reviews and drafts policies; reviews, drafts, and negotiates contracts; represents UWM in administrative proceedings and hearings; and acts as a liaison with the Wisconsin Department of Justice in litigation filed in court. The attorneys also participate in training and preventive law presentations on a broad array of legal subjects for UW-Milwaukee administrators, faculty, and staff.Job Summary This position is a professional academic staff position under the supervision of the Chief Legal Counsel. The position requires the ability to exercise independent judgment and professional discretion in the identification, management, and resolution of legal problems. The position further requires the ability to analyze legal problems, conduct legal research, and make presentations before various UWM constituents. Qualified individuals will possess the skills to work collegially with a team of attorneys and other professionals.Responsibilities include the following key activities:·Completing legal research, fact-gathering and analysis, and providing legal, ethical, and policy advice on complex and novel higher education legal areas including employment law, regulatory compliance, student affairs, business transactions, and risk management·Disseminating oral and written legal advice to university administrators, faculty, and staff regarding university business matters·Negotiating various university business-related agreements·Providing legal representation for the university and its employees in various university matters before federal and state administrative agencies·Assisting in the investigation and preparation for litigation matters in cooperation with other legal entities·Assisting in the preparation and delivery of training for institutional employees to provide general advice, education, and counseling regarding higher education legal issuesHybrid work options may be available. Work will be performed primarily on the UW-Milwaukee campus with requests for partial remote work considered after the initial training period. Minimum Qualifications To be considered for this position, a candidate must have:·Juris Doctorate (JD) from an A.B.A. accredited law school·Licensure in good standing in the State of Wisconsin or eligibility for licensure to practice law in the State of Wisconsin by date of appointment·5+ years professional experience practicing lawPreferred Qualifications ·Experience advising higher education institutions or prior legal experience in areas applicable to higher education·Demonstrated experience in one or more of the following legal practice areas: employment, student affairs, higher education regulatory compliance, real estate, procurement, open meetings and public records, information technology and security, immigration, tax, and/or intellectual property·Interest in and ability to develop expertise in principal practice areas and other higher education legal issues relevant to mission of a public research institution·Strong legal research skills·Strong verbal and written communication skills, including demonstrated ability to effectively convey complex topics to clients·Demonstrated ability to work in a collegial and professional manner with peers/clients·Demonstrated ability to successfully manage multiple priorities and objectivesTarget Salary Range Hiring salary to be determined based on experience and level. Formal salary ranges for Salary Grade 28 and 29 can be found here: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/title-and-total-compensation-study/salary-structure/#milwaukee-mil Benefits and Total Rewards As part of UWM’s commitment to supporting the success of our team members through positive experiences, employees are provided with Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life. UWM offers a comprehensive benefits package and contributes towards the cost of several benefit plans. Employees with a qualifying position also receive an extensive leave package (https://uwm.edu/hr/benefits/leave/) including vacation, sick leave (with no expiration), personal holiday, and paid legal holidays. Please visit this link to view summary benefits information. (Compensation figures are for example purposes only.) UWM Benefits to Benefit You and Your Life (https://uwm.edu/hr/benefits-to-benefit-you-and-your-life/) Application Instructions Applications must be submitted online. A completed application will include a letter addressing all minimum and preferred qualifications and a CV/resume.Finalist candidate(s) being considered for hire will be required to provide three professional/supervisor references through an external reference checking tool. References will not be contacted prior to candidates being notified.In instances where the Search and Screen Committee is unable to ascertain from a candidate’s application materials whether he/she/they meet any of the qualifications, he/she/they will be evaluated as not meeting such qualifications.All application materials will be further evaluated as evidence of excellent written communication skills. Candidate(s) selected for hire will be required to submit official college transcripts.Application Deadline 01/31/2025 Continuous (Open Until Filled?) No If Continuous, Initial Review Date Position Contact Name Erica Yewlett Contact Phone 414-229-2808 Contact Email Yewlett@uwm.edu Application Notes For this position, applicants are required to apply online. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Additionally, applicants must complete all required fields and attach any required documents. The process is complete when the message “Your application has been submitted” is displayed and you receive a confirmation number.Legal Notices AA/EO Statement UWM is an AA/EO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status. Reasonable Accommodations UWM provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual with a disability. If you need assistance or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or 414-229-4463. This job announcement and other material on this site will be made available in alternate formats upon request to an individual with a disability. Confidentiality of Applicant Materials UWM is a State agency and subject to Wisconsin’s Open Records Law. UWM will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin’s Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of “final candidates” and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request. CBC and Reference Check Policy Employment will require a criminal background check. UWM takes the prevention of sexual misconduct seriously. As such, you and your references will be required to answer questions regarding any past findings of sexual violence and sexual harassment or any pending allegations of sexual violence or sexual harassment.Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (Clery Act) For the UWM Annual Security and Fire Safety Reports (i.e., Clery Report), which includes statistics about reported crimes and information about campus security policies, see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu/, or call UWM’s Dean of Students Office, Student Union 345 at (414) 229-4632 for a paper copy. Employment AuthorizationIn compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.Job Categories Legal Affairs Applicant Documents Required Documents
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