LEGAL COUNSEL

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Job ID

1030927

Location

Central Services Building

Full / Part Time

Full-Time

Regular / Temporary

Regular

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Job Summary

The Legal Counsel serves as legal advisor for Milwaukee Public Schools and a key member of the executive leadership team. Engages in the specialty practice of educational and governmental law, providing strategic legal counsel and oversight on a wide range of matters, including employment relations, labor and employment law, contract and procurement law, grievance and interest arbitration, and defense litigation. The Legal Counsel safeguards the districts legal interests, ensures compliance with applicable laws and regulations, and supports the Board of Directors, Superintendent, and senior leadership in advancing the mission of MPS.

Salary Range : $149,994 194,918

How To Apply

Applications for the following position are being accepted by the Office of Human Resources throughSunday, November 9, 2025

A current resume must be attached to the completed application . Additionally, ALL candidates must attach transcripts confirming the required juris doctorate degree (unofficial transcripts can be submitted, however official transcripts will be required upon hire) .

• If you are unable to electronically attach these documents, you must notify human resources that you are sending hard copies at lamothkp@milwaukee.k12.wi.us.

If you are selected for the next stage of the interview process, you will be contacted via email to submit electronic professional references. Identified references will receive an online reference check to complete.

No applications or application materials will be accepted after the deadline date.

Appointment is subject to a criminal background check, a drug / alcohol test and credential verification.

Qualifications

Responsibilities

notices and recommendations of employee disciplinary action.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Milwaukee Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, activities, facilities, employment, or educational opportunities on the basis of a person's sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or disability. Reasonable accommodations requested by qualified individuals with disabilities will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

In accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, every applicant for a position with Milwaukee Public Schools will be subject to the open records law. Any applicant not wishing to have his / her identity released, must submit a written statement to that effect to the Office of Human Resources. The identities of all "final candidates" may be released. Milwaukee Public Schools reserves the right to interview the best qualified candidates.