University of Michigan · 17 hours ago
Faculty Assistant- Law School
Ann Arbor, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expThe University of Michigan Law School is hiring a faculty assistant to provide complex secretarial support for multiple members of the academic faculty. The role involves preparing course materials, maintaining faculty websites, and assisting with faculty research and administrative tasks.
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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
Assist with expense report preparation and account reconciliations in accordance with University guidelines
General secretarial duties including screening calls, arranging meetings, scheduling travel, and maintaining busy calendars for multiple faculty members
Perform complex tasks using Microsoft Office suite and G suite
Handle confidential materials and communications appropriately
Qualification
Required
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
Preferred
Working knowledge of legal databases (LexisNexis, Westlaw, etc.)
Prior experience with University M-Pathways system and Concur
Prior experience with legal secretarial/writing terms
Company
University of Michigan
The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving, and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.
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