Description:
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Job Description:
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Contracts Counsel
Role of The Position
The Office of General Counsel at The University of Nevada, Las Vegas Seeks a Contracts Counsel. Under the General Direction of The Vice President and General Counsel “general Counsel,” the Contracts Counsel Will Provide Complex Professional Legal Services to The Administration of The University, Particularly the Department of Purchasing and Contracts. Responsibilities to Include Drafting, Developing and Negotiating Complex Purchasing Related Contracts, Including Construction Contracts, for The Campus, as Well as Non-Standard Revenue and Other Contracts; Draft and Maintain Templates for Standard Contracts, Requests for Proposals/qualifications, Other Solicitations, Supplier Forms and Other Related Documents; Provide Assistance to Department of Purchasing and Contracts with Content for Bids and Other Solicitations; Develop and Maintain Templates, Forms and Other Content for Self-Help Contracting Web Page; Contribute to Policies and Procedures to Ensure Efficient Operation of Department of Purchasing and Contracts; Ensure Compliance with All State and Federal Laws, as Well as University and Nevada System of Higher Education Requirements in Procurement Process and Related Contracting. Concurrent Private Practice Is Prohibited.
Qualifications:
This Position Requires Graduation from An Aba Accredited Law School and Admission to Practice Law in Any Jurisdiction. Required Professional Experience:
- Minimum of Three Years Contractual and Transactional Experience as A Licensed Attorney.
- Licensed to Practice Law and Current or Prospective Member of The State Bar of Nevada Within Twelve (12) Months of Employment. Limited Practice Certifications Under Nevada Supreme Court Rule 49.1 Will Not Be Accepted.
Must Be Available to Travel Occasionally and To Work Weekends/evenings, as Required.
Rebel Title (hr Classification): Professional Contributor, P2
Background Screening
Employment Is Contingent upon The Successful Completion of A Pre-Employment Criminal Background And/or Credit Check.
Minimum Qualifications:
This Position Requires a Juris Doctor from An Accredited College or University as Recognized by The United States Department of Education And/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (chea) and Minimum of Three Years of Experience. Credentials Must Be Obtained Prior to The Employment Start Date.
This Position Does Not Provide Visa Sponsorship. Candidates Must Be Legally Authorized to Work in The United States at The Time of Hire and Must Maintain Work Authorization Throughout Employment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Special Consideration Will Be Given to Applicants Who Possess the Following Preferred Qualifications:
- at Least Five Years Related Professional Experience
- Nevada Public Agency Experience
- Representation of A K-12 or Higher Educational Institution, Board, Agency or System
- Nevada State Public Works Board Practice
- Federal Contracting Experience
- Public Agency Purchasing / Procurement Practice
- Software/intellectual Property Contracts Experience
- Construction/real Estate Development Contract Experience
Commitment to Our Campus Values
Successful Candidates Will Advance Unlv's Mission by Cultivating an Environment of Mutual Respect and Belonging. They Will Model Our Campus Values in Their Decision-Making and Inspire Excellence Across Our Community.