· Ability to bring a student-centered approach to the work and be sensitive to issues faced by a diverse, demanding professional student population.
· Ability to keep sensitive information confidential, deal with ambiguity and change, and work independently with limited supervision.
· Must be self-directed and willing to identify and assume new responsibilities as the needs of the School of Law change and grow.
· Proven ability to exercise initiative and judgment in coordinating and executing various programs to serve the best interest of all parties involved.
· Strong interpersonal and communication skills to clearly and effectively communicate information to internal and external audiences, client groups, and management.
· Ability to establish and maintain strong interpersonal relationship with students, staff, legal professionals, and the general public.
· Works effectively in teams.
· Skilled in the operation of computers and related software applications.
· Ability to understand a system of procedures for complex program development; plan and execute projects and events; work effectively with all levels within the finance department; read and prepare general reports and correspondence; handle multiple tasks simultaneously; organize work efficiently; and provide a high level of customer service and professionalism.
· Ability to establish and maintain effective and harmonious work relations with faculty, students, University officials, staff, and the general public.
· Bachelors’ Degree and three years’ experience in law-related field, higher education administration or other student programs; or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
· Evidence of experience developing and executing innovative and high-quality programming.
· Excellent written and oral communication skills.
· Ability to prepare and manage a budget and resources.
· Ability to establish priorities and deadlines while delivering quality customer service.
· Ability to exercise leadership skills, delegate tasks and promote, manage and provide training.
· Ability to establish and maintain effective and harmonious work relations with students, faculty, staff, University officials and the general public.
· Must be willing to participate in minimal travel and, when necessary, work a flexible schedule (evening and weekend events are sometimes necessary).