BOISE STATE UNIVERSITY invites applications for the position of Associate General Counsel for a dynamic University that is on the course to become a metropolitan research university of distinction. This position will report to the General Counsel and will primarily practice in the area of research compliance. This requires knowledge and skill in the area of sponsored projects research ranging from contracting to compliance as well as knowledge of export controls, tech transfer and other research related topics. The negotiation, drafting, and review of contracts are required. The position will also support faculty and staff training and preventive law programs on a University-wide basis and will assist the General Counsel*s office in other legal issues. The Associate General Counsel must be able to provide competent legal advice to senior University officials on a variety of subjects. Therefore, preferred candidates will have a background in higher education or in a similarly large, complex public sector organization. In addition, successful candidates must have the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community and be of high integrity. The successful candidate must have excellent communication, analytical, research, writing, problem solving, and interpersonal skills and be able to prioritize and handle a significant workload. An appreciation of the mission of the University and a commitment to preventive practice is required. Proficiency with multi-tasking, superior judgment, poise and the ability to work collaboratively in a small legal office are essential. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The Associate General Counsel must have a J.D. degree from an ABA accredited law school, have at least three years of practice experience, and be a member of the Idaho Bar or be committed to obtaining admission within six months. The candidate must have experience in higher education, university research or university contract law. The selected candidate will be required to present official transcripts, certificates, and licenses as verification of the required qualifications. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: The preferred candidate will have direct experience in university research issues. Also, there is a preference for a background in higher education law, government law, or expertise in one of the other practice areas of the General Counsel's Office, i.e. complex commercial transactions, real property law, and personnel matters particular to students and faculty. APPLICATION PROCESS: Please forward a resume, cover letter addressing how the candidate meets the above requirements, and names of at least three professional references by AUGUST 17th, 2007 to: Ms. Robyn Williams Search Coordinator 1910 University Drive Albertsons Library, Room 153 Boise, Idaho 83725-1135 E-mail: xxxxxx@boisestate.edu Phone: (208) 426-5732 THE UNIVERSITY is located in Boise, Idaho with an enrollment in excess of 18,600 students. Boise State is a public comprehensive undergraduate and graduate institution that offers a range of nationally accredited programs. The University is the largest institution in the Idaho system of higher education and consists of eight colleges with approximately 3,000 faculty and staff. Situated in Idaho*s commercial, governmental and cultural center along the banks of the Boise River, the University provides a convenient and attractive campus for its students, faculty and staff. Boise is Idaho*s capital city and is located in the Treasure Valley, a metropolitan area with a population over 400,000. As such, the University enjoys all the benefits of a close relationship with the top levels of state government. Boise also serves as the headquarters for several multi-national corporations. Boise also is the cultural center of Idaho and the University is the focal point of that activity. The University*s Morrison Center for the Performing Arts brings unsurpassed Broadway caliber productions (theatrical productions, operas and musical events) to Boise; the Taco Bell Arena at Boise State attracts both national performing artists (all genre of musical performers) and sporting events (professional sports teams and NCAA finals events); and the University Distinguished Lecture Series brings Nobel Prize caliber speakers to the campus and the city. In addition, Boise offers the best in wide-open western recreation with easy access to world-class outdoor opportunities including whitewater rafting, fly-fishing, mountain biking and numerous winter sports. Idaho also has the largest designated wilderness area in the continental United States. (Boise State University homepage: http://www.boisestate.edu). Boise State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities, individuals with disabilities and covered veterans are encouraged to apply. Disabled war veterans and honorably discharged veterans who are residents of the State of Idaho will receive credit in accordance with Idaho State Law upon submission of documentation of meeting the criteria set forth by law. EOE/AA Employer Karen Henry, Director Office of Sponsored Programs Boise State University 1910 University Drive Boise, ID 83725-1135 (208) 426-1571 (208) 426-1048 xxxxxx@boisestate.edu ====================================================================== Instructions on how to use the RESADM-L Mailing List, including subscription information and a web-searchable archive, are available via our web site at http://www.hrinet.org (click on "Listserv Lists") ======================================================================
