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Staff Attorney, Public Records & Student Affairs Practice

University Of Maryland College Parklead

Legal & ComplianceAttorney

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Juris Doctor degree from an accredited U.S. law school. Experience: Two (2) years of progressively responsible legal experience. OTHER: Admission to a state or DC Bar,

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Legal & ComplianceAttorney

The Staff Attorney (“SA”) will serve as a member of the Office of General Counsel (“OGC”), the in-house office that provides legal advice, support, and guidance to the University of Maryland, College Park (“University”). The SA will primarily provide legal counsel and support on matters involving the Maryland Public Information Act (“MPIA”) and fulfill the University’s public records obligations. The SA will work under the guidance of the Senior Associate General Counsel & Public Records Officer and will assist with the processing, review and response to public records requests; perform legal and factual research; and draft & review related correspondence and legal documents. The SA will advise University clients regarding public records compliance and represent the University in matters before the Public Information Compliance Board and in Public Information Ombuds mediations. The SA will communicate and collaborate with University clients, outside counsel, government entities, and other third parties on public records matters.

The SA will also provide legal counsel and support on a broad range of matters within the Student Affairs Practice. These matters may include student records and privacy, housing and residence life, student organizations, minors on campus, public safety, administrative complaints, tort claims, court orders & subpoenas, and other matters affecting the University’s student population and operations. The SA will conduct legal research, advise clients on applicable laws and regulations, and assist with the development and implementation of institutional policies and procedures. The position may also participate in grievance hearings and other administrative proceedings and serve on internal or external committees and advisory boards. The SA will provide additional legal services to University clients as directed by the Vice President and General Counsel (“VP-GC”), Deputy General Counsel (“DGC”), or Senior Associate General Counsel & Public Records Officer.

Physical Demands: Sedentary work. Exerting up to ten pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amounts of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Ability to travel to main campus and off-site meetings.

Requirements

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Education: Juris Doctor degree from an accredited U.S. law school.

Resume, Cover Letter, List of Three (3) Professional References

November 3, 2026

N/A

Yes

Not Applicable to This Position

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PRES-Office of General Counsel

Staff Regular

$130,800 - $156,960

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For more information on Regular Exempt benefits, select this link.

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.

The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.

The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.