Associate General Counsel

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

This position is open until filled with priority given to applications submitted by October 30, 2026. Preferred starting date is January 1 with some flexibility.

Posting Number S15846P

Working Title Associate General Counsel

Department Legal Affairs Office

About the University of Georgia Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report.

The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full‑time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department The Office of Legal Affairs is the University of Georgia’s in‑house legal counsel. Attorneys in the Office of Legal Affairs provide legal advice and counseling to the University through its administrators, faculty, and staff in the course of their duties on behalf of the University. The Office of Legal Affairs does not provide legal advice to administrators, faculty, staff, or students in their individual capacities.

In addition to providing legal counseling to the University, other areas of responsibility for the Office of Legal Affairs include policy interpretation and advice, administration of the University’s grievance and dispute resolution procedures, contract review, and — in conjunction with the Attorney General — management of actual or threatened litigation in which the University is involved. The Office of Legal Affairs is also available to provide educational programs on legal issues applicable to units of the University.

College/Unit/Department website legal.uga.edu Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP

Employment Type

Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Advertised Salary $125, Posting Date 10/05/2026 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 01/01/2027 Special Instructions to Applicants This position is open until filled with priority given to applications submitted by October 30, 2026. Preferred starting date is January 1 with some flexibility.

Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb).

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