Job Details

Staff Attorney

Position Number: 6367417
Location: Kutztown, PA
Position Type: Legal Affairs

Staff Attorney

Salary: Depends on Qualifications

Location: Remote - Office of the Chancellor, PA

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: OOC 25-10

Division: Office of the Chancellor

Department: Legal Office

Closing Date: 8/8/2025

Bargaining Unit: Management

Classification: Attorney 2

Pay Group:

Job Summary

Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) seeks an attorney to serve as University Legal Counsel within PASSHE's Office of the Chief Counsel. This position provides general legal advice to PASSHE universities and/or the Office of the Chancellor, whose mission is: (1) to provide high-quality education at the lowest possible cost to students; (2) to increase educational attainment in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; (3) to prepare students at the undergraduate and graduate levels for professional and personal success in their lives; and (4) to contribute to the economic, social, and cultural development of Pennsylvania's communities, the Commonwealth, and the nation.

This opportunity is based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, though some travel may be required from time to time. While primarily remote, occasional in-office presence in Harrisburg is necessary. The position will be classified as either an Attorney 2 or 3 depending on the level of relevant experience possessed by the successful applicant.

What You'll Do:

Attorneys within PASSHE's Office of Chief Counsel are responsible for providing general legal advice to assigned university administrative and academic officers and department heads, drafting and reviewing contracts, and performing other work as needed to serve the universities that comprise PASSHE and/or the Office of the Chancellor. Higher education, government and/or labor experience is preferred.

What We're Looking For:
The successful candidate for this position will have a minimum of three (3) years, with a preference for five (5) or more years, of relevant legal experience handling progressively complex matters; a demonstrated capability for legal research, analysis and reasoning; superior interpersonal and communication skills; an ability to identify and resolve complicated and sensitive problems creatively and with professional discretion; an ability and willingness to handle a wide variety of intricate legal questions both independently and as part of a team; and an ability to interact and function effectively in both an academic community and within a governmental organization. This position frequently requires a thoughtful exercise of confidentiality and independent judgment as well.

Minimum Qualifications

Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school
Minimum of three (3) years legal practice
Active membership in good standing with the Pennsylvania Bar
Complete a series of interviews and background checks

Supplemental Information

Please note, this position is with the Office of the Chancellor at the PA State System of Higher Ed, not Kutztown University.

Applicants must submit an application, resume, three professional references (with contact information), and a writing sample. Application materials will be accepted until position is filled; however, to ensure full consideration, application materials should be received no later than Friday, August 8, 2025

Successful interview, reference checks, background clearances (PA Criminal, Child Abuse Clearance & FBI Clearance), and demonstration of ability are requisite qualifications for all positions.

Citizenship or work authorization to work in the United States required.

Non-Discrimination Statement
The Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment on the basis of sex, race, color, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital or family status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability in any decision regarding admissions, employment, or participation in a University program or activity in accordance with the letter and spirit of federal, state, and local non-discrimination and equal opportunity laws, such as Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act and ADA Amendments Act, the Equal Pay Act, and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act. For information regarding civil rights or grievance procedures and for inquiries concerning the application of Title IX and its implementing regulation, contact Christa Cobb, State System Title IX Coordinator, 2300 Vartan Way, Suite 207, Harrisburg, PA 17110; Phone: (717)720.4167; Email: CCobb@passhe.edu. Additionally, inquiries concerning Title IX and its implementing regulation can be made to the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights, Region III, The Wanamaker Building, 100 Penn Square East - Suite 505, Philadelphia, PA 19107; Phone: (215) 656-6010; Fax: (215) 656-6020.

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/kutztownedu/jobs/4997574/staff-attorney

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