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Assistant General Counsel (Contracts) - Temporary Full time Staff Assignment

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Job Summary

The Assistant General Counsel (Contracts) is responsible for managing the daily operations of the Legal Contract Administration Department and assists the General Counsel by providing legal advice and counsel to the Board of Trustees, Chancellor, and College.

This position has responsibilities in areas of actual and potential legal liability, including but not limited to, reviewing, and drafting contracts, negotiating contract terms and conditions, providing representation in internal administrative proceedings, interpreting federal and state laws and regulations, interpreting system policies, regulations, and rules, and developing and drafting policies and procedures.

Executive level staff at HCC are system-wide leaders that share the responsibility to collaboratively support the one-college vision articulated in our strategic plan \xe2\x80\x93 Embracing Houston\xe2\x80\x99s Future \xe2\x80\x93 with 6 strategic priorities as measurable manifestations of our shared Mission, Vision, and Values.

Responsible for the design, execution, and effectiveness of a system of internal controls which provides reasonable assurance that operations are effective and efficient, assets are safeguarded, financial information is reliable and compliant with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures.

Manages Talent Engagement activities for direct reports in regards to: recruiting and selection, hiring and termination, training, development, mentoring, counseling, and performance evaluations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Serve as the primary contract administrator for the Office of General Counsel (OGC) and subject matter expert for District-wide contracts products and services.

Responsible for all activities required to authorize OGC contract approvals.

Collaborate with all levels of management to gather, analyze, summarize, and prepare recommendations on contracts, sourcing strategies and practices and procedures. Draft contracting policies and procedures.

Maintain current knowledge of regulatory, legislative, and industrial changes to ensure changes and/or updates is completed within the required time, as needed.

Provide leadership in developing key long term supply contracts to achieve continuous improvement.

Ensure that OGC contracts are awarded in accordance with HCCS Purchasing Policies and Procedures Manual.

Provide expertise District-wide for OGC contracts management, maintains HCC\xe2\x80\x99s contracts and entire contract process which includes but is not limited to oversight of contracts signed by the College, contract compliance, accuracy of contracts, modifications to contract, contract closeout efforts, process improvement, project management, problem resolutions, and ensures adherence to procurement industry standards and practices as well as federal and state law standard.

Draft, review and negotiate contracts for the college.

Develop and revise standard College contract templates to maintain compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Advise internal parties on procurement and contracting issues, including on contract monitoring activities, contract risks, contractor performance issues, and vendor/supplier protests. Research contract and procurement-related legal issues.

Review contract documents for release in compliance with open records requests or related court orders.

Review and draft bill analyses and other related informational documents during the legislative session on contracting and procurement-related legislation.

Develop training materials and provide training to college personnel regarding state contracting and procurement law.

With outside counsel, represent the College as assigned in procurement and contract-related litigation matters; research and analyze legal issues and prepare legal memoranda, pleadings, briefs, notices, motions, and orders; and gather and review evidence, prepare discovery responses and affidavits, and otherwise assist in the defense or prosecution of litigation.

Perform other duties, tasks and assignments as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

• J. D. degree from an accredited law school required

• 7 years combined experience in Education Law, Texas Education Code, lease drafting and contracts, labor and employment, and open records law required

• 5 years experience working in a higher education institution or Texas community colleges, school districts, or governmental entities preferred

Licensing & Certification

• Valid Texas Driver License

• Member, State Bar of Texas required

Special Skills

• MS Office Programs

• Information Management Systems

• Budget Management

• Legal Contracts

Competencies

• Acting as a Champion for Change

• Thinking like an Entrepreneur

• Driving for Results

• Leveraging Opportunities

• Setting a Strategic Vision

• Attracting & Developing Talent

• Inspiring & Motivating Others

• Acting Strategically

• Demonstrating Beliefs & Principals

• Managing Resources

Working Conditions

General Office. Must be able to perform all job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations; remain in a stationary position during shift; move items weighing up to 25 pounds; position self to operate job equipment; apply established protocols in a timely manner. Must access, input and retrieve information from technology devices; communicate with others to accomplish job requirements. May be required to work after hours to include weekends and holidays.

SECURITY SENSITIVE: This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code \xc2\xa7 51.215

The Organization

Houston Community College (HCC) is an open-admission, public institution of higher education offering a high-quality, affordable education for academic advancement, workforce training, career development and lifelong learning to prepare individuals in our diverse communities for life and work in a global and technological society. We\xe2\x80\x99re proud to say that 98 percent of our graduates step into a job in their field of study immediately upon graduation. One of the largest community colleges in the nation, HCC has served the Greater Houston area for over four decades. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and the Schools Commission on Colleges, we offer 300+ associate degree and certificate programs to 75,000+ students across 13 Centers of Excellence and online each semester. We are proud to be No.1 among all community colleges in the nation in providing associate degrees to minorities and No.1 in educating international students, with 10.4 percent of our student population from outside the USA. Our vision is to become the Employer of Choice in support of our mission for Student Success by attracting, retaining and motivating the best employees.

The Team
Some of the brightest minds in academics and business are choosing HCC as their home. When you join our talented team, you\xe2\x80\x99ll play a special role as teacher, mentor and academic advisor. We\xe2\x80\x99ll support you in your professional development as you contribute your knowledge and expertise to HCC, our students and the community.

Location

Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:

• Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City\xe2\x80\x99s 55.
• Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.
• Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
• Houston is a major-league sports town, and don\xe2\x80\x99t forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
• The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.
• World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate healthcare system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation\xe2\x80\x99s top institutions.
• With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston\xe2\x80\x99s cultural scene.
• Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60+ cuisines.

EEO Statement

Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran\xe2\x80\x99s status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

David Cross, Director EEO/Compliance, Title IX Coordinator
Office of Institutional Equity

PO Box 667517

Houston TX, 77266

713 718.8271 or

HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages diversity, innovation and creativity, and inclusion.

Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.

Houston Community College