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Syracuse University Counsel for Risk/Litigation
Syracuse University
Legal
USD 179k-200k / year
Posted on Apr 28, 2026
Posting Details
Posting Details
| Job # | 042745 |
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| Department Code | 10015-1022 |
| Department | Office of University Counsel |
| Job Title | Syracuse University Counsel for Risk/Litigation |
| Location | Syracuse, NY |
| Campus | Syracuse, NY |
| Commitment to On-Campus Experience | Syracuse University is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience through vibrant, engaged campus communities. This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in-person presence to support our students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our thriving academic environment. Syracuse University values the collaboration, mentorship, and spontaneous connections that happen when our community works together on campus. Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy. |
| Pay Range | $179,000 - $200,000 |
| Pay Determination | Pay rates at Syracuse University are based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, the job responsibilities; the candidate’s education, training, work experience and key competencies; the university’s strategic priorities; internal peer equity; applicable federal, state, local laws, grant funding and contractual requisites; and external market analyses. |
| Staff Level | 00 |
| FLSA Status | Exempt |
| Hours | Standard University business hours 8:30am – 5:00pm (academic year) 8:00am – 4:30pm (summer) Hours may vary based on operational needs. |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Unionized Position Code | Not Applicable |
| Job Description | Senior University Counsel for Litigation will work with a team representing the University in litigation matters, working closely with the OUC to bring litigation in-house, managing matters from the outset to reduce the University’s exposure to liability and supervising outside counsel assignments where necessary to manage litigation budgets/costs. The Senior University Counsel will directly handle complex litigation, government investigations and internal investigations, and will be responsible for overseeing the OUC’s training program. Senior University Counsel for Litigation will also handle affirmative litigation for the University. The Senior University Counsel for Litigation will mentor and support the OUC litigation team. This position is part of a collaborative professional team focused on delivering comprehensive high-level legal advice to a very sophisticated client base. Will serve as a trusted legal advisor to the General Counsel and Deputy General Counsel, other members of the senior administration, and key faculty and staff positions. |
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| Physical Requirements | Not Applicable |
| Tools/Equipment | Not Applicable |
| Application Instructions | In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter. |
| About Syracuse University | Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience. The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the University’s 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu. |
| About the Syracuse area | Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal. |
| EEO Statement | Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities. |
| Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans | Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The University’s contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members. |
| Commitment to a Respectful and Welcoming Community | Syracuse University fosters a welcoming learning environment where students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all aspects of campus life reflect a broad range of perspectives and experiences. The University community values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to engage with and appreciate the richness of backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences that shape our society. To achieve this, we strive to cultivate a community that respects and encourages open dialogue, understanding, and mutual respect. |
| Quick Link | https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/112854 |
| Job Posting Date | 04/28/2026 |
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| Job Category | Staff |
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you first find out about this position?
- sujobopps.com (Syracuse University Online Employment website)
- Syracuse University HR Recruiter
- Virtual Career Fair (via NYS Department of Labor)
- SUNY EOC (Equal Opportunity Center)
- Women’s Opportunity Center
- Jubilee Homes
- Syracuse Northeast Community Center
- Interfaith Works
- JobPlus
- Syracuse.com
- Chronicle of Higher Education
- HigherEdJobs.com
- HERC (HERC Higher Ed Recruitment Consortium)
- InsideHigherEd.com
- Indeed.com
- DiverseEducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education website)
- LinkedIn Job Posting
- Job Fair
- Search Firm
- Referred by an SU Employee
- Other
- If "other", please describe how you first found out about this position.
(Open Ended Question)