Senior Assistant Legal Counsel

Oregon School Boards Association (OSBA)

OSBA is dedicated to improving student success and education equity through advocacy, leadership, and service to Oregon public school boards. As a public benefit non‑profit corporation, its members include school districts, education service districts and community colleges.

OSBA fosters a welcoming and inclusive environment that values diversity and promotes fairness and equity. All staff and members are treated with respect and are encouraged to contribute their voices.

Reports to the Director of Legal Services and is responsible for providing legal services to OSBA members through the Property and Casualty Coverage for Education (PACE) insurance trust. The role includes legal advice, training, claim representation and support to OSBA and PACE departments.

Salary Range: $ – $ (commensurate with experience). Employee benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; participation in Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) with employer contributions; and representation by the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers District Lodge #24.

Work Location:

Salem, Oregon with hybrid remote work options available.

• Provide legal advice to member schools and Education Service Districts on issues such as labor and employment, public records, student records, contract review, waivers, student disciplinary procedures, and potential legal liability.

Primarily sedentary work with occasional standing, light carrying, manual dexterity, bending, and lifting. Requires frequent driving and statewide travel, with limited out‑of‑state travel on occasion.

• Law degree from an ABA‑accredited law school.
• Active member of the Oregon State Bar or eligible to be licensed within a short period.
• Background in employment law required; experience with public sector representation and education law highly preferred.
• 10+ years of practice as an attorney or 5+ years in school law required; experience advising on Title VII, ORS 659A.030, protected leaves, disability accommodations, student records, and civil rights preferred.
• Experience in civil litigation and knowledge of Oregon state and federal court rules preferred.

Submit a cover letter and current resume. Contact OSBA Legal Department Director Michael Miller for questions.

Accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please contact OSBA at 503‑588‑2800 for assistance.

OSBA provides hiring preference to qualified veterans or disabled veterans who meet the minimum qualifications. Submit documentation for veteran status if requesting preference.

Oregon School Boards Association
1201 Court St., NE, Suite 400
Salem, Oregon 97301
Phone: 503‑588‑2800
Fax: 503‑588‑2813
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