Staff Attorney

Office of Legal Affairs

Stateside, Regular, Exempt, Grade 3.3

Location: Hybrid (2-3 days a Week in Office, Adelphi, MD)

The Staff Attorney will provide legal advice to UMGC stakeholders (students, faculty, and staff), with a focus on collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, as supervised by both the General Counsel and Deputy General Counsel.  Success in this position will require the attorney to embrace and master new areas of law and professional challenges.

Specific responsibilities will include: 

• Assist with advice on a broad range of matters including, but not limited to, employment issues, student matters, external administrative complaints and contract review
• Advising on a broad range of contract matters related to a variety of areas/issues, including, but not limited to, technology agreements, strategic partnerships and alliances, leases, employment, faculty, grants, data privacy and security, intellectual property, and privacy laws
• Assisting with other matters involving areas of law such as FERPA, Title IV, TCPA, accessibility and accommodations, and marketing as needed to ensure University compliance with federal and state laws and regulations
• Perform continuous monitoring of compliance and contract issues and assist with university training in these areas
• Other duties as assigned

Required education and experience:

• Juris Doctorate, admission to the Maryland Bar or immediate eligibility for admission
• Three years of experience performing legal work

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong research, analytical, and project management skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent time management skills
• Experience advising clients on a variety of matters
• A willingness to support other attorneys; and demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.

Preferred experience: 

• Experience working within a University legal department or in-house within a public/private organization legal department

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of higher education law, employment law, military, contract review, and compliance experience a plus

All submissions should include a cover letter and resume.

The University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination. UMGC is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, ancestry, political affiliation or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Workplace Accommodations:

The University of Maryland Global Campus Global Campus (UMGC) is committed to creating and maintaining a welcoming and inclusive working environment for people of all abilities. UMGC is dedicated to the principle that no qualified individual with a disability shall, based on disability, be excluded from participation in or be denied the benefits of the services, programs, or activities of the University, or be subjected to discrimination. For information about UMGC's Reasonable Workplace Accommodation Policy or to request an accommodation, applicants/candidates can contact Employee Accommodations via email at employee-accommodations@umgc.edu. 

Benefits Package Highlights:

• Generous Time Off: Enjoy 22 days of paid vacation, 15 days of sick leave, 3 personal days, and 15 paid holidays (16 during general election years). For part-time employees, time off rates will be prorated based on the number of hours worked.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access to health care, medical with vision, dental, and prescription plans for both individuals and families, effective from the 1st of the month following your hire date.
• Insurance Options: Term Life Insurance, Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance, and Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance. Part-time employees working less than 0.5 FTE are not eligible for LTD.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Available for medical and dependent care expenses.
• Retirement Plans: Choose between the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) or the Maryland State Retirement and Pension System (MSRPS).
• Supplemental Retirement Plans: include 401(k), 403(b), 457(b), and various Roth options. The university does not provide matching funds.
• Tuition Remission: Immediate availability for Regular Exempt Staff. Spouses and dependent children are eligible for undergraduate tuition remission after two years of service. NOTE: For part-time employees (at least 50 percent of the time), tuition remission benefits are prorated.

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