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Cornell University · 1 month ago

Program Assistant, First Amendment Clinic

New York, NY

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

$28.47/hr - $38.48/hr

2+ years exp

Cornell University is a prestigious institution seeking a Program Assistant for its First Amendment Clinic. The role involves supporting outreach, communications, and administrative tasks to advance the clinic's mission of defending free expression and press freedoms.

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Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Responsibilities

Coordinate outreach to clients, potential clients and alumni

Lead communications and publicity

Support fundraising and grant reporting

Organizing client trainings and seminars

Drafting press releases and marketing content

Updating the Clinic’s website

Tracking grant deliverables

Provide general administrative support to the Clinic’s robust litigation docket

Qualification

Organizational skillsWritten communicationOral communicationMicrosoft Office SuiteLegal research databasesSocial media proficiencyWordPress knowledgeNonprofit experienceSpanish language proficiencyTeam collaboration

Required

A resume and cover letter for full consideration

Associate's degree and 2-4 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Excellent written and oral communication skills, along with organizational, planning, time management, and interpersonal skills

Ability to work successfully under pressure in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting, handling multiple tasks with differing deadlines, and to prioritize work on projects happening simultaneously

Must be a self-starter, able to handle high volumes of work during peak periods

Resolve problems using sound judgment

Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Westlaw, Lexis or other legal research databases, presentation, and electronic communications

Comfort using technology, including social media, and willingness to learn new programs

Preferred

Bachelor's degree

Demonstrated interest in furthering free speech principles and supporting local journalism

Spanish language proficiency

Working knowledge of WordPress and Box

Prior experience in communications or as a paralegal

Experience with Cornell procurement and accounting systems

Benefits

This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement.

Cornell receives national recognition as an award-winning workplace for our health, wellbeing, and sustainability.

Our benefits programs include comprehensive health care options, generous retirement contributions, access to wellness programs, and employee discounts with local and national retail brands.

Our leave provisions include health and personal leave, three weeks of vacation and 13 holidays: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after, and an end of the year winter break from December 25-January 1.

To offer greater flexibility for observing faiths and traditions we also offer two additional floating holidays.

Cornell's impressive educational benefits include tuition-free Extramural Study and Employee Degree Program, tuition aid for external education, and Cornell Children's Tuition Assistance Program.