The LSU Law Center seeks a hard-working, energetic new addition to the team as Coordinator of Experiential Education. This position provides administrative support to the Assistant Dean of Experiential Education , Director of Field Placements, clinic directors, clinic faculty, legal staff, and clinical adjuncts. Coordinates clinic law office by utilizing a case management database to maintain client data, check for client conflicts, process accepted cases, and assign opening and closing information and codes. Provides assistance and guidance to representatives from various courts and state agencies, individuals seeking legal representation, clients, students, research assistants, and clinical faculty and staff who need assistance. Works with highly confidential data on a daily basis. On occasion, the Coordinator must accompany students off campus to witness legal documents.
Manages the clinical law office at the LSU Law Center, including oversight of the case management system, ordering supplies, managing clinic mail, and responding to inquiries by phone or email. (30%)
Provides administrative assistance to faculty teaching in experiential courses; including assistance with exam processes, attendance and assignment tracking, scheduling, proofreading, reimbursements, and other general administrative needs. (30%)
Coordinates with the LSU Law Center Registrar in managing student enrollment for experiential courses and tracking student progress toward experiential requirements. Coordinates the student application process for clinics and field placements. (20%)
Provides general student support, including 1) granting and managing access to copiers, databases, and clinic spaces 2) sending reminders regarding timesheets, attendance issues, experiential events and deadlines, and credit deficiencies 3) serving as a point of contact for student questions about experiential programs. (15%)
Additional responsibilities as necessary to ensure the effective functioning of the Law Center. (5%)
Bachelor's degree with two years of office administration experience.
LSU values skills, experience, and expertise. Candidates who have relevant experience in key job responsibilities are encouraged to apply--a degree is not required as long as the candidate meets the required year of experience specified in the job description.
This position will require a physical.
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.
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