Assistant General Counsel
The School District of Philadelphia
Assistant General Counsel
The School District of Philadelphia
Public school district delivering education citywide
Title\: Assistant General Counsel (Labor and Employment)
Department\:General Counsel
Union\: This position is NOT represented by a union
Salary Range\: 96,122 - 150,242
The School District of Philadelphia is committed to becoming the fastest improving District in the country and transforming the educational opportunities it offers to our city’s more than 200,000 students. The District seeks leaders who have a passion for working with schools and communities who are committed to ensuring all students achieve. Serving a population as diverse as ours requires creativity, commitment and vision. Will you join us?
Provides legal advice and representation to the Board of Education and the School District of Philadelphia and its employees on a wide array of legal issues.Works under the supervision of the General Counsel and specializes in labor and employment.
•Represents the School District, the Board of Education and District officers and employees in varied transactions and litigation.
•Provides legal advice and counsel to Board of Education members, officers and employees on labor and employment issues.
•Prevents legal claimsbyidentifying potentialrisksand makingappropriate recommendations.
•Defends law suits and claims by discussing matters with opposing counsel, filing necessary legal papers, conducting extensive discovery proceedings, meeting with andpreparing the testimony of witnesses, trying cases or arranging settlements in the best interest of the School District.
•Advises employees by providing legal advice to principals and administrators on a daily basis and by issuing legal opinions when requested.
•Assists in the formation of School District practices and procedures through committee participation in such areas as loss control, affirmative action, school closings, transportation and desegregation.
•Provides representation in appellate court proceedings by filing briefs and arguing these cases before the Commonwealth Court, Superior Court and Supreme Court of Pennsylvania as well as Federal Appellate Courts.
•Provides all the insurance needs of the School District by meeting with School District insurance committees.
•Provides legal advice concerning collective bargaining agreements, human resources and employment matters.
•Represents the District in labor arbitrations and in employment discrimination cases before administrative agencies and in court.
Title\: Assistant General Counsel (Labor and Employment)
Department\:General Counsel
Union\: This position is NOT represented by a union
Salary Range\: 96,122 - 150,242
The School District of Philadelphia is committed to becoming the fastest improving District in the country and transforming the educational opportunities it offers to our city’s more than 200,000 students. The District seeks leaders who have a passion for working with schools and communities who are committed to ensuring all students achieve. Serving a population as diverse as ours requires creativity, commitment and vision. Will you join us?
Provides legal advice and representation to the Board of Education and the School District of Philadelphia and its employees on a wide array of legal issues.Works under the supervision of the General Counsel and specializes in labor and employment.
•Represents the School District, the Board of Education and District officers and employees in varied transactions and litigation.
•Provides legal advice and counsel to Board of Education members, officers and employees on labor and employment issues.
•Prevents legal claimsbyidentifying potentialrisksand makingappropriate recommendations.
•Defends law suits and claims by discussing matters with opposing counsel, filing necessary legal papers, conducting extensive discovery proceedings, meeting with andpreparing the testimony of witnesses, trying cases or arranging settlements in the best interest of the School District.
•Advises employees by providing legal advice to principals and administrators on a daily basis and by issuing legal opinions when requested.
•Assists in the formation of School District practices and procedures through committee participation in such areas as loss control, affirmative action, school closings, transportation and desegregation.
•Provides representation in appellate court proceedings by filing briefs and arguing these cases before the Commonwealth Court, Superior Court and Supreme Court of Pennsylvania as well as Federal Appellate Courts.
•Provides all the insurance needs of the School District by meeting with School District insurance committees.
•Provides legal advice concerning collective bargaining agreements, human resources and employment matters.
•Represents the District in labor arbitrations and in employment discrimination cases before administrative agencies and in court.
Minimum Requirements
•Juris Doctor degree from an accredited school of law.
•Three years of full-time, paid, professional legal experience in a law firm, public sector law department or corporate law department.
• Certificate of admission to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania and membership in good standing and for litigator’s admission to practice in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania.
• Eligible for admission to the Pennsylvania Bar within six months of employment and are active members in good standing and currently licensed to practice law in another state and in compliance with the most recently completed twelve-month Continuing Legal Education compliance period
•All work experience related to the position must be included on the resume
•Demonstrated knowledge of\:
othe common laws and the state and federal laws particularly as they relate to administrative, fiscal and regulatory functions of the School District or personal injury claims.
ojudicial proceedings and of the rules of evidence as related to the area of specialization.
othe principles, practices, methods and techniques of legal research.
othe principles and practices of governmental laws particularly as they apply to the tax levy measures provided under state statutes. othe uses and capabilities of personal computers and their software applications including word processing, database management and spreadsheets.
•Demonstrated ability to\:
oanalyze, organize and evaluate the evidence and procedures involving difficult and complex cases and to present such material in clear and logical form for all written presentations such as memos, briefs, opinions, orders or decisions.
oanalyze legal documents and instruments.
odraft legal instruments and propose legislation.
onegotiate terms and conditions successfully.
omanage a detail-oriented workload.
oorganize and prioritize workload during high pressure, high-volume workload periods.
ocollaborate with colleagues and District clients.
oexercise sound judgment, discretion and tact required. ohandle matters outside areas of familiarity.
omanage stress.
ohandle multiple concurrent tasks.
oreview and process information within a computerized web system throughout the majority of the workday.
otravel as required.
oexpress ideas effectively, both orally and in writing.
oestablish and maintain effective working relationships.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
The School District of Philadelphia provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, age, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, disability, pregnancy, marital status, gender identity, or genetic information. Please refer to Board Policy 348 for further information regarding the District's commitment to Nondiscrimination in Employment Practices.
Minimum Requirements
•Juris Doctor degree from an accredited school of law.
•Three years of full-time, paid, professional legal experience in a law firm, public sector law department or corporate law department.
• Certificate of admission to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania and membership in good standing and for litigator’s admission to practice in the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania.
• Eligible for admission to the Pennsylvania Bar within six months of employment and are active members in good standing and currently licensed to practice law in another state and in compliance with the most recently completed twelve-month Continuing Legal Education compliance period
•All work experience related to the position must be included on the resume
•Demonstrated knowledge of\:
othe common laws and the state and federal laws particularly as they relate to administrative, fiscal and regulatory functions of the School District or personal injury claims.
ojudicial proceedings and of the rules of evidence as related to the area of specialization.
othe principles, practices, methods and techniques of legal research.
othe principles and practices of governmental laws particularly as they apply to the tax levy measures provided under state statutes. othe uses and capabilities of personal computers and their software applications including word processing, database management and spreadsheets.
•Demonstrated ability to\:
oanalyze, organize and evaluate the evidence and procedures involving difficult and complex cases and to present such material in clear and logical form for all written presentations such as memos, briefs, opinions, orders or decisions.
oanalyze legal documents and instruments.
odraft legal instruments and propose legislation.
onegotiate terms and conditions successfully.
omanage a detail-oriented workload.
oorganize and prioritize workload during high pressure, high-volume workload periods.
ocollaborate with colleagues and District clients.
oexercise sound judgment, discretion and tact required. ohandle matters outside areas of familiarity.
omanage stress.
ohandle multiple concurrent tasks.
oreview and process information within a computerized web system throughout the majority of the workday.
otravel as required.
oexpress ideas effectively, both orally and in writing.
oestablish and maintain effective working relationships.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
The School District of Philadelphia provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, age, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, ancestry, national origin, disability, pregnancy, marital status, gender identity, or genetic information. Please refer to Board Policy 348 for further information regarding the District's commitment to Nondiscrimination in Employment Practices.
Public school district delivering education citywide
The School District of Philadelphia provides public education for about 200,000 school-aged children and oversees the city’s public schools, curriculum, staffing, and funding while connecting schools with families and communities. Its schools operate under district leadership and school-level administration to implement policies and create safe, engaging learning environments. It stands apart by serving a racially and ethnically diverse urban community and treating education as a civil right, aiming to deliver an excellent public education to every child. Its goal is to ensure all students achieve their full intellectual and social potential and graduate ready to succeed in life.
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