Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI)
Application
Details
Posted: 24-May-23
Location: Indianapolis, Indiana,
Type: Full-time
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 306417
Department
GENERAL COUNSEL (UA-UCOU-IUINA)
Department Information
The Office of the Vice President and General Counsel (OVPGC) serves as legal counsel for the University. We advise the Trustees and University Administration on all legal issues and serve as the point of contact on all legal matters involving the University.
Job Summary
Department-Specific Responsibilities
Provides legal and administrative support to attorneys in OVPGC with special focus to assist immigration attorney with employment-based immigration applications and matters.
Coordinates and assists with contract review of affiliation agreements for internship or clinical placements of IU students at external facilities.
Serves as a primary backup to the Administrative Assistant.
Assists Director of Budget, HR, and Operations with the university's legal matter management system, and general updates to OVPGC website.
General Responsibilities
Serves as a liaison to gather, redact and produce documents in response to open records requests as required by Indiana's Access to Public Records Act, along with responses to discovery requests or subpoenas involving the university.
Assists with legal documents such as legal agreements and standard contracts; under attorney supervision, drafts, formats, redacts legal documents as required.
Monitors/tracks status of litigation involving the university and coordinate with various campus offices and outside counsel in order to gather and produce documents in response to discovery requests involving the university as a party.
Performs various other administrative support duties as needed in support of the department; may perform various fiscal support duties, such as travel coordination and/or payroll processing.
Qualifications
EDUCATION
Required
Bachelor's degree (preferably in legal studies or related field)
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required
2 years of legal assistant/paralegal or related legal administrative experience
Combinations of related education and experience may be considered
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Required
Possess a valid driver's license with the ability to be insured by Indiana University upon date of hire
SKILLS
Required
Proficient communication skills
Articulate and responsive to colleagues
Effective conflict management skills
Ability to represent the company with external constituents
Demonstrates ability to maintain confidential information
Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
Demonstrates excellent judgment and decision making skills
Excellent organizational skills
Highly thorough and dependable
Maintains a high degree of professionalism
Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
Ability to work within tight time frames and meet strict deadline
Preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
Working knowledge of litigation process, court systems, legal rules and applicable state and federal laws preferred (APRA; FERPA, etc.)
Experience with prior immigration related documents is a plus
Working Conditions / Demands
This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Work Location
Indianapolis, Indiana
This is an in-person position
Advertised Salary
$50,000 - $55,000 annually
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
Multiple plan options for medical insurance
Dental insurance
Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
Additional supplemental retirement plan options
Tuition benefit for IU classes
10 paid holidays per year
Generous Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there may be differences in the working conditions as advertised in our standard job postings (e.g., the ability to travel from one campus to another, etc.). If you are invited for an interview, please discuss your questions or concerns regarding the working conditions at that time.
This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments.
New employees will be provided with information regarding Indiana University's COVID-19 vaccine policy, which includes the opportunity to request an exemption. To learn more, view our COVID-19 vaccine information page.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator.See Indiana University's Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.
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About Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI)
IUPUI, a partnership between Indiana and Purdue universities, is Indiana’s urban research and academic health sciences campus.IUPUI’s mission is to advance the state of Indiana and the intellectual growth of its citizens to the highest levels nationally and internationally through research and creative activity, teaching and learning, and civic engagement.By offering a distinctive range of bachelor’s, master’s, professional, and Ph.D. degrees, IUPUI promotes the educational, cultural, and economic development of central Indiana and beyond through innovative collaborations, external partnerships, and a strong commitment to diversity.
