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Legal Affairs & Compliance Officer
Pasco, WA Legal Affairs & Compliance Officer Salary: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 Annually Location: WA 99301, WA Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: E-23-027 Division: Human Resources & Legal Affairs Department: Legal Affairs Opening Date: 11/07/2023 Closing Date: Continuous Job Description Reputed firm seeks a Legal Affairs & Compliance Officer to proactively advise all employees regarding their legal rights and responsibilities, address complaints of misconduct, review and endorse contracts and other legal documents, and perform legal research and analysis. This position will serve as the firm’s primary liaison to the Washington State Attorney General’s Office to ensure alignment with all applicable legal and regulatory standards. Primary Responsibilities Develop and maintain working relationships with Student Services employees to provide guidance on student affairs; Provide guidance to Administrative Services employees on matters such as drafting and reviewing contracts and complying with procurement rules and regulations; Conduct and coordinate neutral investigations into allegations of discrimination and harassment made by students, employees, or visitors in compliance with federal/state laws and college policies; Draft, review, and provide advice regarding proposed agreements and contracts with other entities, including other colleges, agencies, and municipalities; Support data governance and public records retention, ensuring institutional information is used and maintained in an ethical manner and in compliance with the Public Records Act; coordinate responses to public record requests; Interpret, research and advise employees regarding legal topics and trends relating to student rights, civil rights, contracts and procurement, public records, privacy and ethics; Draft and review College policies to advance the College’s Mission, Vision, and Values and maintain compliance with state, federal and local laws; interpret statutes, regulations, and ordinances relating to new or existing policies and provide guidance to employees; Partner with the Washington State Attorney General’s Office to obtain legal advice and to provide litigation support; and Perform other responsibilities as assigned. Required Qualifications Juris Doctor degree from an institutionally accredited college or university; and Three (3) years of legal experience with an emphasis on areas related to higher education, civil rights, contract law, public policy, or other relevant field. Preferred Qualifications Experience working with or within a college or university; Experience working with or within a public entity; Experience conducting investigations into complaints of discrimination and harassment; Experience drafting, reviewing, and revising professional contracts; Experience interpreting and applying Washington State Ethics in Public Service (RCW 42.52); and Experience interpreting and applying the Washington State Public Records Act (RCW 42.56). Competencies Departmental Management Project Management Quality Management Leadership Conceptual Thinking Oral & Written Communication Student Centered Support for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Accountability Teamwork Terms of Employment This is a full-time, overtime exempt, administrative staff position. The typical work hours for this position are Monday through Thursday 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Friday 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.; however, work hours will vary due to work demands and some evening and weekend work may be required. Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. Additionally, pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or are currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant’s current or past employer. By law, post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who refuses to declare the existence or non-existence of an investigation or findings subject to this statute. In the interest of providing a healthy, safe and secure educational and work environment, and in order to meet the requirements of federal legislation, it is the policy of Reputed firm to maintain an alcohol and drug-free workplace for our employees and students. If you are hired, you will need to provide proof of identity and documentation of U.S. citizenship or appropriate authorization to work in this position as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1986. Reputed firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The Human Resources Office is accessible to those with disabilities. If you need accommodation in application or employment, contact the Human Resources Office. Working Conditions While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, bend, kneel, stoop, communicate, reach and manipulate objects. The position requires mobility including having the ability to move materials on a regular basis such as files, books, office equipment, etc. and travel between buildings |
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