Assistant School Board Attorney II

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.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Clear and concise oral, written, and public communication skills; leadership and strategic thinking skills; analytical, organizational, and management skills.
• Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply federal, state, and local statutes, laws, regulations, rules, policies, procedures, and current research-based best practices governing public education and the functional area of assignment.
• Knowledge of HIPAA, Public Records, Sunshine Law, FERPA, and other laws/regulations related to student and employee privacy, public information, and records retention.
• Knowledge of relevant area of legal service.
• Ability to analyze data and use data-driven decision making to assist with implementation of effective programs.
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor during stressful and highly visible situations.
• Ability to represent the District in complex litigation, administrative proceedings, and arbitrations.

Created: 10/19/21

Responsibilities

• 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.

Created: 10/19/21

Additional Job Information

Salary Negotiable. 255 days.

Construction and Real Estate Procurement Preferred.