USD 497
The School General Counsel provides legal counsel and support to the Superintendent, Human Resources, and district administration, ensuring compliance with district policies, state and federal laws, and managing legal risk. This role focuses on protecting the best interests of students and the district across operations, employment, labor relations, public records, and student matters. The position represents the district in legal proceedings and collaborates with outside counsel as needed.
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Headquarters
San Francisco, CA
Company Size
201-500 employees
Founded
2018
Industry
Technology
Glassdoor Rating
4.2 / 5
Sarah Johnson
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Chen
Chief Technology Officer
Emily Williams
VP of Engineering
David Rodriguez
VP of Product
Jessica Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Andrew Park
VP of Sales
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