TSU Assistant General Counsel

Houston, TX 77004

Posted: 02/04/2026 Job Number: 165516

Job Description


A-Line Staffing is now hiring an Assistant General Counsel in Houston, TX!
This position will be working with a large public higher education institution and offers meaningful exposure to a broad range of legal matters within an Office of General Counsel. This role has strong professional development and long-term career growth potential.

Assistant General Counsel Highlights
  • The pay for this position is $65.00 - $75.00 per hour.
  • Entry-level attorney role (up to 5 years of experience)
  • Interview Type: Virtual
  • Onsite / Hybrid based on institutional needs
  • Employment Type: Direct Hire

Responsibilities
  • Respond to a wide range of legal inquiries from departments across the institution
  • Draft, review, revise, and negotiate contracts including purchase agreements, license agreements, interlocal agreements, sponsored research agreements, and construction contracts
  • Assist the Office of General Counsel (OGC) with contract management and compliance initiatives
  • Draft official legal responses on behalf of the institution to enforcement agencies and adjudicatory bodies
  • Oversee and coordinate timely responses to records requests and subpoenas, including compliance with:
  • – Texas Public Information Act (TPIA)– Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
  • Support development and revision of institutional policies, procedures, and compliance documentation
  • Represent the OGC in administrative proceedings, investigations, student disciplinary matters, internal grievances, and termination hearings
  • Conduct legal research and analysis and draft legal memoranda
  • Draft correspondence, reports, and communications on behalf of the OGC
  • Serve as liaison with outside counsel on litigation and non-litigation matters
  • Stay current on federal, state, and local legal developments impacting higher education
  • Perform other job-related duties as assignedRequirements
  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
  • Licensed to practice law in the State of Texas
  • Entry-level attorney with 0–5 years of experience
  • Minimum 1 year of legal experience preferred , including experience with:
  • – Higher education institutions, or– Public agencies
  • Transactional legal experience and familiarity with public procurement preferred
  • Strong legal research skills using Westlaw and/or LexisNexis
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and web-based research tools Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws applicable to public universities
  • Understanding of compliance requirements, policies, and procedures
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
  • High degree of integrity, discretion, and sound judgment
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with OGC leadership

Work Environment
  • Routine office environment
  • Sitting or standing for extended periods
  • Occasional light lifting or carrying
  • Regular use of computer and video display terminals

Benefits Available
  • Benefits are available to full-time employees after 90 days of employment
  • A 401(k) with a company match is available for full-time employees with 1 year of service

If you are interested in this Assistant General Counsel position, APPLY , or contact kvaughn@alinestaffing.com

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Mari Vaughn
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