Vice President for Legal Affairs & General Counsel

The University of La Verne invites applications and nominations for the position of Vice President for Legal Affairs & General Counsel (VPLA & GC). As the University’s chief legal officer and a member of the President’s Cabinet, the Vice President for Legal Affairs & General Counsel will shape and safeguard the University of LaVerne’s mission-driven culture. The Role of Vice President for Legal Affairs and General Counsel The University seeks a highly accomplished and seasoned attorney who will: offer strategic advice and partner with the Board and President’s Executive Cabinet to advance University initiatives; serve as a resource for constituent groups across campus, contribute to institutional stability by ensuring the General Counsel’s office is responsive and effective at representing the University; and facilitate the establishment and continuance of appropriate and cooperative relationships between the University and external organizations. Specific duties and qualifications, along with additional information about the position and the University of La Verne, can be found in the leadership profile linked above. The salary range for this position is $224,295 to $290,000. Applicants, please note that actual compensation is determined by several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, certifications, relevant education or training, and specific work location, among others. The offered wage or salary is only one aspect of an employee’s total compensation. Benefits include a comprehensive health and wellness plan, tuition remission program for employee, spouse, and dependent children, a generous contribution to the University’s 403B retirement plan, and a generous time off plan. Employment is contingent upon successful completion and clearance of a background check and employment verification. Nominations and Applications To apply for the position of Vice President for Legal Affairs & General Counsel position, candidates are requested to submit: i) a resume or curriculum vitae; ii) a letter of interest that addresses the qualifications and leadership priorities in the profile; iii) contact information for five references (to be contacted at a later date with the candidate’s permission). For best consideration, application materials should be submitted by March 9, 2026 to the AGB Search application portal: bit.ly/3JWKIMD . Nominations and expressions of interest for the position of Vice President for Legal Affairs & General Counsel are encouraged. Please direct them to View email address on click.appcast.io or to the AGB search consultants listed below. Nominations and expressions of interest for the position of Vice President for Legal Affairs & General Counsel are encouraged. Please direct them to View email address on click.appcast.io or to the AGB search consultants listed below. In accordance with the requirements and prohibitions of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (“Title IX”), Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other federal and California laws, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnic origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital status, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, military and veteran status, or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable law as to the admission or enrollment of any student, or its educationalprogramsandactivities;the employment of any member of the faculty or staff; the selection and treatment of volunteers or unpaid interns; or to the election of any officer or trustee of the University. #J-18808-Ljbffr AGB Search