Chief Counsel - Los Rios Community College District

Another Source's client, Los Rios Community College District, is recruiting a Chief Counsel to join their team in Sacramento, CA.

Here's a little about Los Rios Community College District and the position they are recruiting for:

The Los Rios Community College District is one of the largest and most respected community college districts in California, serving over 70,000 students throughout the greater Sacramento region. The District is home to four outstanding colleges:

American River College

• Cosumnes River College

• Folsom Lake College

• Sacramento City College

Los Rios is deeply committed to student success, equity, and innovation, providing accessible, high-quality education to a diverse and dynamic student population. The District is recognized for its collaborative culture, dedicated faculty and staff, and its focus on fostering an inclusive educational and working environment that reflects the rich diversity of the communities it serves.

Learn more about Los Rios Community College District: https://losrios.edu/

Position Overview:

Under the direction of the Chancellor, the Chief Counsel will be responsible for providing professional legal counsel to the District and serve as the administrative representative of the Chancellor and the Board of Trustees in areas of law affecting the administration, and related activities of the District.

Anticipated Salary Range: $257,023- $278,213 per year, commensurate with experience.

Typical Duties:

Typical duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Advising the Chancellor and the Board of Trustees regarding pending and potential legal issues.

• Rendering legal opinions interpreting state and federal law, District policies and regulations, and collective bargaining agreements.

• Serving as legal consultant in human resources matters and provides guidance to the District's negotiating teams in developing contracts with recognized employee organizations.

• Assisting in the development, review, revision and distribution of District policies and regulations.

• Assisting in the processing, development and review of contracts with outside businesses, agencies and individuals.

• Providing legal assistance in the drafting of legal documents, resolutions, research memoranda, local opinions, and other legal and instruments upon request.

• Identifying, advising, directing and evaluating the work of outside contracted counsel, as well as counsel representing the District's insurance administrators/carriers.

• Preparing and representing the District at administrative law hearings as directed by the Chancellor.

• Consulting with and advising the administrative staff on legal matters including employee and student grievances and disciplinary matters.

• Attending and providing legal advice at meetings of the Board of Trustees and other meetings as the Chancellor may direct.

• Providing liaison with other governmental entities in the area of legal affairs.

• Conducting in-service training programs and workshops for staff members regarding legal issues, court decisions and trends as needed.

• Managing the legal department which includes a Deputy General Counsel and a Confidential Executive Assistant.

• Performing other duties as assigned by the Chancellor.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from a college or university accredited by a regional accrediting agency.

• Minimum of five (5) years of successful, demonstrated experience as an attorney practicing law, preferably including experience in a California Community College District, K-12 public school system, or public agency.

• Licensed and in good standing to practice law in the State of California.

• Demonstrated commitment to equity-minded leadership with a focus on serving a diverse community, including responsiveness and sensitivity to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students. Must foster and support an inclusive educational and work environment.

Application Instructions Applicants applying to this position are REQUIRED to complete and submit the following by July 15, 2025:

1. Los Rios Community College District Application
2. Resume or Curriculum Vitae
3. Letter of Interest

Benefits at Los Rios Community College District As a Los Rios employee, you have access to a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that offers flexibility and security both inside and outside of work. You may find more information at:

https://employees.losrios.edu/employee-groups/management-employees/management-benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

• District-paid life and AD&D insurance

• Optional supplemental insurance and long-term disability

• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts

• Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and parental leave

• CalPERS retirement and voluntary 403(b)/457 plans

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellness programs

• Coverage for eligible dependents

• Online benefits enrollment and support resources

The Los Rios Community College District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, age (40 and over), sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, physical or mental disability, military and veteran status, or political affiliation.

The District is committed to equity and inclusion, and to ensuring a diverse, inclusive, and respectful environment for all students, faculty, staff, and administrators. The District encourages applications from all qualified candidates, including those with diverse backgrounds, life experiences, and perspectives.

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