Fort Worth ISD · 4 days ago
Staff Attorney II
Fort Worth, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$117K/yr - $165K/yr
3+ years expFort Worth ISD is seeking a Staff Attorney to provide in-house legal counsel and representation for the District in legal matters. The role involves reviewing legal documents, attending board meetings, and providing legal advice on various compliance issues and employment practices.
Responsibilities
Reviews and renders legal advice on responses to investigations by the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights, Texas Education Agency, State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, and other state and federal agencies
Attends board meetings and other administrative meetings to provide legal counsel and compliance with the Texas Public Information Act as needed
Drafts and reviews legal documents, resolutions, contracts, agreements, and all other legal or quasi-legal papers
Provides legal advice on employment practices including the termination, suspension, probation and/or disciplinary action of employees; provides legal advice on grievance matters; assists with investigations in the areas of employee performance, professional misfeasance and/or malfeasance
Monitors compliance with the Texas Public Information Act
Represents the District in hearings before the Texas Education Agency or other agencies as needed
Complies with policies established by federal and state laws, State Board of Education rules, and local board policies
Monitors and interprets the impact of proposed or enacted legislation
Monitors compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act and competitive procurement and purchasing requirements
Provides legal assistance on District elections
Assists in the formulation and execution of policies and regulations, and reviews materials for publication in handbooks
Compiles, maintains, files, and presents all reports, records, and other documents as required
Maintains knowledge of laws, decisions, and other legal information pertaining to school issues; keeps informed of relevant legislation; updates the District regarding any implications
Conducts professional development and training, including preparing training materials for staff and board members
Performs all job-related duties as assigned and in accordance with Board rules, policies and regulations. All employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare situations driven by need where a team effort is required
Qualification
Required
Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association
Licensed to practice law in the State of Texas, in good standing
3 years' in the practice of law with emphasis on public school district issues
Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws, regulations relating to public education
Knowledge of the legislative process
Skill in legal research, writing, and analysis
Skill in public relations, and interpersonal relations
Skill in conveying clear and concise oral and written communication
Skill in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
Skill in representing the District in negotiations with vendors, contractors, and other entities
Ability to work independently and as a team member
Ability to read and interpret documents such as law, policy, and procedures
Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management, both internal and external to the district
Ability to use software to create spreadsheets, databases, and do word processing
Ability to organize and coordinate work, and delegate assignments
Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work
Company
Fort Worth ISD
Fort Worth ISD enjoys a diverse student population and strong community partnerships.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Karen Calvert Molinar
Superintendent
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