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Job Summary
The General Counsel will lead the legal and government affairs department and manages all government affairs for Tuskegee University. As a trusted advisor and business partner, the General Counsel collaborates with senior leadership to provide strategic legal counsel ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations while mitigating risk and supporting the University’s vision, mission, and strategic goals. In addition to working with internal stakeholders (faculty, staff, students, Board of Trustees), the General Counsel may represent the University with local/state/national government officials and the public. This position will serve as a member of the President’s Cabinet.
Physical Demands
Prolonged sitting or standing Stooping, bending, and reaching Reaching by extending hands or arms in any direction Ability to operate standard office equipment Ability to walk short distances Ability to view a computer terminal; extensive reading
The General Counsel will lead the legal and government affairs department and manages all government affairs for Tuskegee University. As a trusted advisor and business partner, the General Counsel collaborates with senior leadership to provide strategic legal counsel ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations while mitigating risk and supporting the University’s vision, mission, and strategic goals. In addition to working with internal stakeholders (faculty, staff, students, Board of Trustees), the General Counsel may represent the University with local/state/national government officials and the public. This position will serve as a member of the President’s Cabinet.
Physical Demands
Prolonged sitting or standing Stooping, bending, and reaching Reaching by extending hands or arms in any direction Ability to operate standard office equipment Ability to walk short distances Ability to view a computer terminal; extensive reading
