University of KentuckyEqual Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
Posting Details Posting Details
Job TitleAssociate General CounselRequisition NumberRE53207Working TitleDepartment Name11300:Office Of Legal CounselWork LocationLexington, KyGrade Level51Salary Range$93,954-159,744/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education
JD
Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience
5 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
Currently a member of the Kentucky Bar Association or eligible for admission without further examination.
Physical Requirements
Sitting for long periods of time; and intermittent job-related travel.
Shift
Typically, Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Additional work hours may be assigned as necessary.
Job Summary
The Associate General Counsel in the Finance, Athletics and Beyond Blue legal group provides legal and compliance advice and support to senior management in the University and its affiliated corporations (including Beyond Blue and Champions Blue) in the following areas: Athletics, Procurement, University Financial Services, Employee Benefits, Facilities, Information Technology, Housing, Institutional Risk Management, Budget, Public Safety, Internal Audit, and any other University or affiliated corporation office purchasing goods or services with University/affiliated corporation funds. Legal support includes preparation and review of employment contracts, name/image/likeness agreements, licensing agreements, purchase agreements, real estate agreements and construction agreements. This position also provides legal advice and policy guidance (where appropriate) related to design and implementation of contracting and risk mitigation strategies, as well as advice on public-private partnerships and economic development initiatives.
A complete submission for this position includes a required cover letter, resume, and a legal writing sample (the applicant can select whether this is a pleading or a memo) which can be accessed in the Applicant Documents Section of the application.
The Office of Legal Counsel currently has two positions available for application. Each role will have a primary focus area that could include Finance, Administration, & Beyond Blue or Student Success & Academics.
Assistant General Counsel (Grade 49) https://ukjobs.uky.edu/postings/618295.
Associate General Counsel (Grade 51) https://ukjobs.uky.edu/postings/618282.
To review the position details and/or apply, please click on the corresponding Quick Link. Applicants wishing to be considered for both positions must submit a separate application for each. The deadline to apply is 2/23/26.
Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience
J.D.
Deadline to Apply02/24/2026Our University Community
We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Are you currently a member of the Kentucky Bar Association or eligible for admission without further examination?
Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Writing Sample
Optional DocumentsEqual employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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