Part-time Legal Education Advisor - Washington, United States - American University

American University

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Washington, United States

2 weeks ago

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Part time

Description

American University is a student-centered research institution located in Washington, DC, with highly-ranked schools and colleges, internationally-renowned faculty, and a reputation for creating meaningful change in the world.

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American University

Department:
Washington College of Law

Time Type:
Part time

Work Modality:

Union:
SEIU Local 500 - Provost & Enrollment Division

This position is part of a collective bargaining unit represented by SEIU Local 500 - Provost & Enrollment Division.

That means the terms and conditions of your employment are governed by university policy (including the Staff Personnel Policies Manual) and any collective bargaining agreement entered into between American University and SEIU Local 500 - Provost & Enrollment Division.

Job Description:

Summary:

The primary function of this position is to promote the academic excellence of American University Washington College of Law students, from matriculation through graduation.

The Legal Education Advisor (LEA) provides all law students individualized advising on their academic progress and identifies and develops resources for academic and bar exam success.

The LEA also will serve as the assigned advisor to Academic Warning students, which includes mandatory once per semester meetings.

The LEA will provide strategic counseling and best practices for students to develop their academic skills and achievement both in law school and on the bar exam.

The LEA will maintain an awareness of best practices for learning strategies, bar exam preparation, and provide students with feedback, resources, and advice about academic skills including the process of legal analysis, exam writing, and time management.

Essential Functions:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Academic Development:

Advise all law students on best practices for developing the necessary skills for academic and professional success. Evaluate student needs and provide resources for academic success. Develop individualized academic recovery plans for Academic Alert students. Create study plans and provide exam strategies to improve academic performance for all students. Conduct workshops to develop law students' study skills, time management, critical thinking, and analytical skills. Programming/Instruction: Develop and facilitate workshops and other educational programs designed to assist academic and bar exam success.

Identify content and opportunities to collaborate with faculty, student groups, offices, and programs to address academic achievement and bar exam readiness.- Professional Development: Participate in professional organizations related to law school academic and bar exam success.

Keep abreast of best practices and resources for student learning and bar exam readiness.- Other Tasks: Assist the Assistant Dean and other team members with advising, programming, outreach, and engagement as directed.

Work closely with team members to ensure consistent messaging under the guidance of the Assistant Dean. Complete projects and assignments as tasked to assist with the overall goals of the office.

Competencies:

Championing Customer Needs.
Supporting Coworkers.
Prioritizing and Organizing.
Acquiring and Analyzing Information.
Evaluating and Implementing Ideas.
Making Accurate Judgments and Decisions.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

Part-Time, 27 hours per week.
Non-Exempt.

Salary Range:
- $25/hour.

Required Education and Experience:

Juris Doctor. 13 years of relevant experience.

Benefits:

AU offers a competitive benefits package including a 200% matching retirement plan, tuition benefits for full-time staff and their families, several leadership development certificates, and has been recognized by the American Heart Association as a fit-friendly worksite.

Other Details- Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful completion of a background check.- Employees in staff positions at American University must deliver their services to the university from either the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the university.- Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.- American University is an- E-Verify
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