Assistant General Counsel (Contracts)

Job Summary

The Assistant General Counsel (Contracts) is responsible for managing the daily operations of the Legal
Contract Administration Department and assists the General Counsel by providing legal advice and counsel to the Board of Trustees,
Chancellor, and College.

This position has responsibilities in areas of actual and potential legal liability, including but not
limited to, reviewing, and drafting contracts, negotiating contract terms and conditions, providing representation in internal
administrative proceedings, interpreting federal and state laws and regulations, interpreting system policies, regulations, and rules, and
developing and drafting policies and procedures.

Executive level staff at HCC are system-wide leaders that share the responsibility
to collaboratively support the one-college vision articulated in our strategic plan – Embracing Houston’s Future – with college strategic
priorities as measurable manifestations of our shared Mission, Vision, and Values.

Responsible for the design, execution, and
effectiveness of a system of internal controls which provides reasonable assurance that operations are effective and efficient, assets are
safeguarded, financial information is reliable and compliant with applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures.

Manages
Talent Engagement activities for direct reports in regards to: recruiting and selection, hiring and termination, training, development,
mentoring, counseling, and performance evaluations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Serve as the primary contract administrator
for the Office of General Counsel (OGC) and subject matter expert for District-wide contracts products and services.

Responsible for
all activities required to authorize OGC contract approvals.

Collaborate with all levels of management to gather, analyze,
summarize, and prepare recommendations on contracts, sourcing strategies and practices and procedures. Draft contracting policies and
procedures.

Maintain current knowledge of regulatory, legislative, and industrial changes to ensure changes and/or updates are
completed within the required time, as needed.

Provide leadership in developing key long-term supply contracts to achieve continuous
improvement.

Ensure that OGC contracts are awarded in accordance with HCCS Purchasing Policies and Procedures Manual.

Provide expertise District-wide for OGC contracts management, maintains HCC’s contracts and entire contract process which includes but is
not limited to oversight of contracts signed by the College, contract compliance, accuracy of contracts, modifications to contract, contract
closeout efforts, process improvement, project management, problem resolutions, and ensures adherence to procurement industry standards and
practices as well as federal and state law standard.

Draft, review and negotiate contracts for the college.

Develop and
revise standard College contract templates to maintain compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Advise internal parties on procurement and contracting issues, including on contract monitoring activities, contract risks, contractor
performance issues, and vendor/supplier protests. Research contract and procurement-related legal issues.

Review contract documents
for release in compliance with open records requests or related court orders.

Review and draft bill analyses and other related
informational documents during the legislative session on contracting and procurement-related legislation.

Develop training
materials and provide training to college personnel regarding state contracting and procurement law.

With outside counsel, represent
the College as assigned in procurement and contract-related litigation matters; research and analyze legal issues and prepare legal
memoranda, pleadings, briefs, notices, motions, and orders; and gather and review evidence, prepare discovery responses and affidavits, and
otherwise assist in the defense or prosecution of litigation.

Perform other duties, tasks and assignments as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

* J. D. degree from an accredited law school required * 5 years combined
experience in any of the following: commercial transactions, contract drafting, contract negotiations, public procurement law, government
law, Education Law, Texas Education Code, and lease drafting. required * 5 years experience working in a public procurement, higher
education institution or Texas community colleges, school districts, or governmental entities preferred

Licensing & Certification

* Valid Texas Driver License * Member, State Bar of Texas required

Special Skills

* MS Office Programs *
Information Management Systems * Legal Contracts

Competencies

* Acting as a Champion for Change * Thinking like an
Entrepreneur * Driving for Results * Leveraging Opportunities * Setting a Strategic Vision * Attracting & Developing
Talent * Inspiring & Motivating Others * Acting Strategically * Demonstrating Beliefs & Principals * Managing Resources

Working Conditions

General Office. Must be able to perform all job requirements with or without reasonable
accommodations; remain in a stationary position during shift; move items weighing up to 25 pounds; position self to operate job equipment;
apply established protocols in a timely manner. Must access, input and retrieve information from technology devices; communicate with others
to accomplish job requirements. May be required to work after hours to include weekends and holidays.

SECURITY SENSITIVE:
This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215

The Organization

Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers
that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international
and technological society. HCC is one of the country’s largest single-accredited, open-admission, community colleges offering associate
degrees, certificates, workforce training, and lifelong learning opportunities.

The Team
Play a central role at HCC as you
keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You’ll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders
across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you’ll be part of a
dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.

Location

Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:

• Fourth-largest city in the U.S.
  and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City’s 55.
• Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.
• Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
• Houston is a
  major-league sports town, and don’t forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
• The weather is great! Mild winters ensure
  that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.
• World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its
  first-rate healthcare system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation’s top institutions.
• With over
  150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston’s cultural scene.
• Houston is
  the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60+ cuisines.

If
this sounds like the role for you and you’re ready to join an amazing team, please apply right away.

EEO Statement

Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national
origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the
non-discrimination policies:

Sandra B. Jacobson, J.D., M.Ed., SHRM-SCP, Interim Director of EEO and Compliance & Title IX
Coordinator Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX

PO Box 667517

Houston TX, 77266

713
718.8271 or hcc.oeotix@hccs.edu

HCC values its employees and their
contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning
environment that encourages involvement, innovation, and creativity.

Individuals with disabilities, who require special
accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.

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