Penn State Job Catalog

Additional levels that exist for this job profile can be seen below.

The Office of the Vice President and General Counsel Attorneys provide legal counsel and representation to The Pennsylvania State University including its schools, colleges, divisions, units, affiliates and related entities, including Penn State Health. The Office of General Counsel attorneys serve the University Board of Trustees, the President, officers, administrators, faculty, and staff in their official capacities.

• Research the law and provide legal advice/consultation/representation on varied matters including governance, international law, national security protocols and protection, contract compliance and assurance, acquisitions and procurement, intellectual property, information technology, etc.; interpret and implement constitutional, statutory, judicial, and administrative rule requirements
• Advise on, negotiate, draft, edit, review, and execute legal documents including contracts, agreements, briefs, pleadings, memoranda, correspondence, responses, and notices, etc.; assist with risk management strategies
• Evaluate case merit; work with senior management and the General Counsel to define strategies for defending the University, or for filing actions on behalf of the University; represent the University during judicial and administrative proceedings
• Advise when matters require outside counsel retention; retain and supervise outside counsel representation
• Assist in developing institutional policies, procedures, and programs; ensure compliance with laws and regulations; conduct training
• Represent the Office of General Counsel on University-wide committees
• Keep abreast of changes in the law; review new statutes, regulations, and opinions; attend continuing legal education courses

Level:

– Intermediate Professional

Base Description:

– Completes activities, tasks, and/or projects of a functional nature.

Level Summary:

– Demonstrates ability to perform intermediate tasks in defined skill areas. Demonstrates intermediate knowledge of internal procedures. Works under general supervision, performing assignments that may be varied and sometimes difficult. Supports team decisions and follows through with team responsibilities. Interprets and communicates information clearly and accurately. Demonstrates intermediate problem–solving skills.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

– May serve as direct supervisor for part–time, student, and/or temporary workers or volunteers

Fiscal Responsibilities:

– May validate and pay invoices

Problem Solving:

– Encounters generally routine problems; occasionally faces more complex and/or varied problems
– Typically follows recommended course of action and procedures to resolve problems
– Applies knowledge of larger unit goals, priorities, and related procedures in determining course of action

Independence of Action:

– Work is generally monitored by supervisor
– Detailed instructions and procedures are generally provided
– Uses available guidelines to make appropriate adaptations to routine situations and refers other situations to supervisor

Communication and Collaboration:

– Communicates internally within working unit and/or the University
– May communicate with external audiences
– Collaborates closely with team members
– Interprets and communicates information, ideas and instructions clearly and accurately both verbally and in written materials intended for distribution

• Comp Grade – 16
• Minimum – $123,200.00
• MidPoint – $157,100.00
• Maximum – $191,000.00