LLM Associate

Job Description

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR 
The LL.M. Associate supports the mission of Baylor University by providing administrative and logistical support for the LL.M. Program. More specifically, the LL.M. Associate is responsible for the organization, coordination, and scheduling of the LL.M. program. This is a full-time, one-year, temporary position starting in April 2024.
A Juris Doctor degree, less than one year of experience, and an active Christian faith are required.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

ADDITIONAL PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES 

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Canvas.
• Effective communication, verbally and in writing, with attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to follow through on projects independently.
• Desire to work in fast-paced environment with a hard-working, dedicated team.
• Ability to manage a heavy workload and handle competing deadlines in a work environment involving many interruptions.
• Analyze and review guidelines, policies, and procedures to determine appropriate solutions to problems and/or questions. 
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships and to work collaboratively.
• Exercise initiative and independent judgment.
• Willingness to learn new processes and skills, and willingness to complete regular training for all systems used regularly. 
• Ability to comply with university policies. 

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Maintain schedule/calendar for all online courses, including the proposed schedule by which candidates should work through the courses. 
• Coordinate all online synchronous sessions in the various courses to avoid conflicts between course schedules and to protect against an unintentional overload of synchronous sessions in any week.
• Serve as primary liaison between LL.M. candidates and faculty, to address questions and coordinate responses as needed, requiring an in-depth understanding of the objectives, materials, and practices in the program.
• Responsible for ensuring all logistics of on-campus residential sessions and orientations are properly organized and coordinated, to include - course sessions, technology needs, Baylor Law room reservations, catering, extracurricular activities, assisting faculty or candidates with travel logistics to campus, etc.
• Oversee team of J.D. research assistants who conduct research for candidates and LL.M. faculty. 
• Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission.
• Ability to comply with university policies.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.

ABOUT US
Baylor University is a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, Baylor is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. As a religious educational institution, Baylor is lawfully permitted to consider an applicant’s religion as a selection criterion. Baylor encourages women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply.
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WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family’s wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus.  To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.

About Us
Baylor University is a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, Baylor is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor’s commitment to equal opportunity and respect of others does not undermine the validity and effect of the constitutional and statutory protections for its religious liberty, including, without limitation, the religious organization exemption under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the religious exemption to Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and the Free Exercise Clause of the First Amendment to the United States Constitution, among others.  Baylor encourages women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply. EEO/M/F/Vets/Disabled

Job Info

• Job Identification 16413
• Job Category Staff
• Posting Date 04/15/2024, 11:41 AM
• Degree Level Professional Doctorate
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 1114 S University Parks Drive, Waco, TX, 76706, US