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Posted July 03, 2026

Assistant General Counsel

Appalachian State University
Boone, NC Full Time
Compensation: $95,000 to $107,120 Annually
Reference: AppalachianStateUniversity54431
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Position Title Assistant General Counsel
Location Boone, NC
Faculty Rank No
Provide Rank
Position Number 093531
Department Office of General Counsel - 605000
Position Summary Information

Primary Purpose
The Assistant General Counsel position will work in the Office of General Counsel to provide legal advice and counsel to the leaders of Appalachian State University.
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must be admitted to the North Carolina bar or be admitted to the bar of another state and prepared to seek immediate admission in North Carolina within one year of the date of employment.
License/Certification Required
North Carolina State Bar membership in good standing, or licensure in good standing in another state on the date of initial employment and licensure to practice law in North Carolina within one year following initial employment date pursuant to The University of North Carolina Policy Manual, section 200.5.
Preferred Qualifications
Focused experience in one or more of the following areas is also preferred:
  1. IT/ITS-related services;
  2. Contract review and drafting (particularly for higher education or governmental clients);
  3. Research, Intellectual Property, Sponsored Programs, and Regulatory Compliance
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The Assistant General Counsel must demonstrate:
  • high ethical standards, including a strong work ethic, honesty, and integrity;
  • ability to identify and resolve legal issues;
  • commitment to the support and fulfillment of the university’s mission;
  • ability to employ excellent listening, oral, and written communication skills;
  • interpersonal skills;
  • research and analytical skills;
  • reasoned judgment;
  • ability to prioritize tasks and organize work;
  • ability to supervise staff in the fulfillment of the office mission;
  • ability to combine legal considerations with program and policy objectives in the development of practical solutions that meet client needs;
  • word processing and related skills to create, edit, and publish legal memoranda, briefs, contracts, and other work products
Type of Position Full Time Position
Staff/Non-Faculty Staff/Non-Faculty
VISA Sponsorship? VISA sponsorship is not available for this position. All candidates must be eligible to work and live in the U.S.
Appointment Type 1.0
Work Schedule/Hours Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00pm. (may vary according to office commitments)
Number of Hours Per Week 40 (may vary according to office commitments)
Number of Months Per Year 12
Mandatory Staff No
Suggested Salary Range $95,000 - $107,120
Physical Demands of Position
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Posting Details Information

Posting Date 04/27/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Evaluation of Applications Begins 05/26/2026
Proposed Date of Hire 08/03/2026
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please attach the required documents:
  • Cover Letter/Letter of Interest
  • Resume
  • List of 3 Professional References with contact information included
Search Chair Name Sarah Rupp
Search Chair Email [email protected]
Quick Link https://appstate.peopleadmin.com/postings/54014
Posting Number 201501766P

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