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This position reports to the General Counsel and Corporate Secretary for the Board of Governors. Areas of practice include, but are not limited to:
* Contract review;
* Interpretation, drafting and implementation of Board regulations and legislation;
* Processing public records requests;
* Board regulations; provides advice and consultation to Board staff;
* Legal issues related to student affairs;
* Interpretation and implementation of state and federal laws and regulations.
(This is a SES position)

Minimum Qualifications
J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to the Florida Bar; knowledge and a minimum of three years of experience working with laws affecting higher education and related issues; knowledge of Florida statutes, Constitution, and federal law.

Preferred Qualifications
Legal experience with the State University System of Florida.

How to Apply
Submit cover letter, resume, and State of Florida application in People First.
Applicants selected for interview may be required to submit additional information.

Hiring Range
$60,000 - $75,000

This position requires pre-employment background screening that includes fingerprinting.

As one of the nation's largest university systems, the State University System of Florida is comprised of 12 institutions- ranging from a nationally-ranked liberal arts college to top-ranked comprehensive research universities-serving more than 30,000 students. The Florida Board of Governors is the constitutionally created body that oversees the System, ensuring its well-planned coordination and operation. The 17-member Board appoints a Chancellor who serves as the chief executive officer of the System, providing guidance to the Board and oversight of the Board Office, which is located in Tallahassee, Florida. The Board of Governors Office: Is an EEO/AA Employer | Does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace | Only hires U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. | Contact us if you require an accommodation to participate in the selection process.