We are looking for a dedicated and detail-driven Legal Assistant to join the Tennessee State Board of Education's legal team in Nashville, Tennessee. In this long-term contract position, you will play a key role in supporting the Board’s statutory and regulatory responsibilities, contributing to the advancement of K-12 education law and policy. As part of the legal team, you will collaborate closely with attorneys, paralegals, and interns to ensure the effective management of legal operations and communications. Responsibilities: • Provide thorough responses to legal inquiries from school districts, educators, government agencies, and other stakeholders. • Assist in the preparation and execution of rulemaking activities, including drafting notices, compiling public comments, editing rules, and coordinating with legislative committees. • Support the General Counsel in drafting and revising Board policies, rules, and meeting materials. • Conduct comprehensive legal research on K-12 education issues to aid attorneys in decision-making processes. • Monitor and manage deadlines, schedules, and compliance timelines for rulemaking and regulatory procedures. • Handle administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings, processing travel reimbursements, and filing legal documents. • Coordinate public requests for participation in Board meetings and ensure proper communication with stakeholders. • Facilitate the completion of annual compliance forms for Board members and staff. • Procure necessary materials and resources for the legal team and manage document printing and mailing. • Organize and prepare materials for legal proceedings and ensure smooth operations during Board meetings.

• Strong communication skills to effectively interact with stakeholders, including educators, legislators, and advocates. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. • Solid understanding of legal terminology and procedures within an educational context. • Demonstrated ability to conduct detailed legal research and analyze policy-related documents. • Exceptional organizational skills to manage schedules, deadlines, and compliance requirements. • Experience with administrative functions such as filing, correspondence, and travel arrangements. • Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting while managing independent responsibilities. • Knowledge of K-12 education policies and systems is preferred but not mandatory.

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Nashville, TN
remote
Temporary
- USD / Hourly
We are looking for a dedicated and detail-driven Legal Assistant to join the Tennessee State Board of Education's legal team in Nashville, Tennessee. In this long-term contract position, you will play a key role in supporting the Board’s statutory and regulatory responsibilities, contributing to the advancement of K-12 education law and policy. As part of the legal team, you will collaborate closely with attorneys, paralegals, and interns to ensure the effective management of legal operations and communications. Responsibilities: • Provide thorough responses to legal inquiries from school districts, educators, government agencies, and other stakeholders. • Assist in the preparation and execution of rulemaking activities, including drafting notices, compiling public comments, editing rules, and coordinating with legislative committees. • Support the General Counsel in drafting and revising Board policies, rules, and meeting materials. • Conduct comprehensive legal research on K-12 education issues to aid attorneys in decision-making processes. • Monitor and manage deadlines, schedules, and compliance timelines for rulemaking and regulatory procedures. • Handle administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings, processing travel reimbursements, and filing legal documents. • Coordinate public requests for participation in Board meetings and ensure proper communication with stakeholders. • Facilitate the completion of annual compliance forms for Board members and staff. • Procure necessary materials and resources for the legal team and manage document printing and mailing. • Organize and prepare materials for legal proceedings and ensure smooth operations during Board meetings.
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