Faculty Assistant- Law School

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Summary

Reporting to the Business Administrator Lead, the University of Michigan Law School is hiring a Faculty Assistant to provide complex secretarial support for multiple members of the academic faculty, including, but not limited to, tenured, tenure-track, visitors, adjuncts and emeriti as assigned. The selected candidate will perform a wide range of secretarial and administrative support for these faculty members. The selected candidate will have the option to take a three to eight week unpaid, seasonal leave during the summer.

Who We Are

Founded in 1859, Michigan Law School is one of the world's leading institutions of legal education and enjoys a reputation for academic excellence characterized by a powerful commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Michigan is consistently ranked among the top Law Schools in the nation, and enjoys international renown for its intellectual rigor, stunning physical surroundings, preeminent faculty scholarship, and a community noted for collegiality and warmth. Michigan Law has an exceptional and cooperative community of talented and interesting students, with 1000 in the J.D. and 40 in the LL.M. program. Our commitments to collegiality, to constructive and challenging debate, and to enabling our students to pursue a wide range of options explain why the Law School has long been committed to diversity along many dimensions. Our graduates serve with distinction in the private, public, non-profit, and academic sectors, in large numbers in every major market in the nation, as well as internationally. The University of Michigan is located in Ann Arbor, Michigan, which is considered among the best places in the United States to live and work.

At Michigan Law, we view our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as central to our mission as an educational institution and we seek to ensure that each member of our community has full opportunity to thrive in our environment. We believe that diversity is key to individual flourishing, educational excellence, and the advancement of knowledge and we maintain a deep commitment to fostering a diverse community in which all students, staff, and faculty learn and work in an atmosphere of inclusion and respect.

Responsibilities*

• Prepare all course materials, including electronic and hard copies.
• Maintain faculty websites when required
• Electronic presentation preparation, including PowerPoint and Google Slides
• Careful editing and proofreading of documents, including but not limited to scholarly articles and correspondence
• Support and assist faculty with research endeavors, including, but not limited to, case and article retrieval using Westlaw, Lexis and other data bases
• Schedule complex travel itineraries
• Assist with expense report preparation and account reconciliations in accordance with University guidelines
• General secretarial duties including screening calls, arranging meetings, and maintaining busy calendars for multiple faculty members
• Perform complex tasks using Microsoft Office suite and G suite
• Handle confidential materials and communications appropriately

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's degree and at least one year of administrative experience OR 5+ years of progressively responsible administrative experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, G Suite, and Adobe Acrobat
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and balance multiple concurrent assignments and deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to show sound judgment and work independently, as well as the ability to work on a team in a professional and collaborative manner
• Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail
• High degree of confidentiality and ability to handle sensitive matters with tact and discretion
• Exemplary customer service skills
• Ability to move boxes and other materials.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position for long periods of time.

Desired Qualifications*

• Working knowledge of legal databases (LexisNexis, Westlaw, etc.)
• Prior experience with University M-Pathways system and Concur
• Prior experience with legal secretarial/writing terms

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.