Director, Policy and Legal Affairs

About the role

Lead a high-impact portfolio spanning policy, legal affairs, public records, compliance, and government relations, serving as a trusted strategic partner to senior leadership and the Office of Policy and General Counsel. Reporting to the Vice President for Policy and General Counsel, this role offers an opportunity to shape college-wide policy, manage complex public records and litigation matters, monitor legislative and regulatory developments, and translate evolving requirements into practical institutional action.

Responsibilities

• Shape college-wide policy
• Manage complex public records and litigation matters
• Monitor legislative and regulatory developments
• Translate evolving requirements into practical institutional action
• Serve as strategic partner to senior leadership and the Office of Policy and General Counsel
• Oversee policy, legal affairs, public records, compliance, and government relations

Requirements

• Master's Degree from a regionally accredited institution in paralegal studies, public policy, law, political science, business administration, or a closely related field
• Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in legal services, policy development, legislative affairs or related field
• Experience in managing record requests, subpoenas or litigation discovery

Preferred Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
• Knowledge of Florida public-sector legal and governance requirements, including public records, open meetings, ethics, records retention, procurement, contracting, and governance

Skills

• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Experience in policy, legal affairs, higher education, or government
• Knowledge of public-sector laws, regulations, and policy processes
• Sound judgment, discretion, and problem-solving skills
• Collaborative approach and strong relationship-building skills

Benefits

Valencia College offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package that includes significantly more than base pay. The program combines pay, benefits, professional development, work/life balance, and a meaningful, collaborative work environment.

Pay

Salary range: $66,939 – $75,642 per year.

Schedule

Primarily onsite, Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (hours may vary based on business needs). Campus location: Orlando, FL 32811 – West Campus.