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The University of Michigan Law School Center for International and Comparative Law (CICL) is looking for a customer service-oriented, intellectually curious individual to join our team. Reporting to the Assistant Dean for International Affairs, this position will provide administrative support for the office and staff, including to the Assistant Dean and the Graduate Programs Manager, as they carry out their mission of supporting the Law School's graduate law programs, international internships and study abroad programs, and the work of the Global Affairs Committee. Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate might also provide assistance advising about international opportunities for JD and LLM students. The successful incumbent will work directly with faculty, staff, and students.   This is a part-time position, 20 hours per week.

Founded in 1859, Michigan Law School is one of the world's leading institutions of legal education and enjoys a reputation for academic excellence characterized by a powerful commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Michigan is consistently ranked among the top law schools in the nation, and enjoys international renown for its intellectual rigor, stunning physical surroundings, preeminent faculty scholarship, and a community noted for collegiality and warmth. Michigan Law has an exceptional and cooperative community of talented and interesting students, with 1000 in the JD, 40 in the LLM, and 15 in the SJD program. Our graduates serve with distinction in the private, public, non-profit, and academic sectors, in large numbers in every major market in the nation, as well as internationally. The University of Michigan is located in Ann Arbor, Michigan, which is considered among the best places in the United States to live and work.

The Center for International and Comparative Law is the hub of international activities at the Law School. CICL's primary roles are 1) to support the international ambitions of our JD student population, especially international internships and post-graduate opportunities; 2) to direct and manage all non-JD graduate programs for LLM and SJD students and for visiting scholars from around the world; and 3) to direct the internationally-focused programs and reputation of one of the premier faculties in transnational law.

• Internship, fellowship, and semester exchange logistics management
• Field student questions and provide answers or connect students with other resources, as appropriate 
• With an eye on various program deadlines, assist students with application submissions
• Maintain application files and disseminate to appropriate reviewers; communicate efficiently but comprehensively with faculty committees around applications and decision-making deadlines
• Receive information from external constituencies and disseminate to students and faculty as appropriate
• Communicate effectively and professionally with current students and alumni 
• Assist students with travel arrangements, reimbursements, and aid disbursements

Office staffing and other administrative tasks

• Staff the Center for International and Comparative Law office in person during normal business hours
• Perform administrative tasks, including managing expense receipts and preparing reports, answering phone calls, greeting walk-in guests, scheduling appointments and meetings, reserving meeting space and placing catering orders, responding to emails, and providing assistance as directed by the Assistant Dean for International Affairs and the Graduate

• Administrative assistant experience or experience in a role requiring similar skills
• Demonstrated ability to be efficient without sacrificing accuracy 
• Ability to prioritize competing demands while meeting deadlines 
• Ability to work well both as part of a team and autonomously
• Proficiency with current computer technology and applications, including Microsoft Office tools
• Strong organizational and administrative skills

• Prior experience in a higher education office setting, particularly a law school setting
• Experience working with international students
• Familiarity with U-M administrative processes, procedures, and systems

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.