University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources
San Jose, California
Administrative Officer - Santa Clara, CA, Job ID 84658 University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources Job Description Position Summary: Under general supervision of UCCE Santa Clara Extension Director, the administrative officer serves as the county Office Manager supporting all human resources, office management, facilities management, financial and business operations. The Office Manager also provides programmatic support to UCCE Santa Clara programs. Duties include managing staff hiring processes, development of short and long-range budgets, management of diverse types of financial reporting and record keeping for grants and managing operational budgets and fiscal review. Program support may include managing data, event marketing and registration, and website updating. As an administrative operations professional, the Office Manager will have an understanding of UC systemwide practices, policies, and procedures. They will provide analytical support, service, and training to UCCE Santa Clara staff and academics. They will use knowledge of professional concepts to research, analyze, interpret and apply policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues that are often complex. The Office Manager will work collaboratively with the UC ANR Business Office, UC ANR IT, UC ANR Human Resources as well as County of Santa Clara, Agricultural Department Administration, serving as a liaison, point of contact, and handoff point with regard to supported actions and functions. The Office Manager will manage sensitive and confidential information. This position involves multi-tasking and working under competing deadlines. The position requires on-site work at the UCCE Santa Clara County office on Berger Drive in San Jose, California with occasional work at the UCCE Santa Clara County office on Highland Avenue in San Martin. This position is a career appointment that is 100% fixed. Pay Scale: $ 32.44/hour to $43.44/hour Job Posting Close Date: This job is open until filled. The first application review date will be 03/13/2026. Key Responsibilities: 35% ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE: Provide administrative support to a medium-size academic department with multiple programs and staff by managing facility and workspace modifications, IT installations and troubleshooting tech issues, manage travel records and reimbursements for part-time employees and volunteers, and assisting staff with Contracts and Grants, MOUs, Aggie Expense, Purchase Card and Corporate Card documentation requirements and policy complexities. Oversee administrative activities of staff and academics and provide oversight to other Administrative Assistants in the unit. Provide oversight and review of departmental documentation prior to submission to BOC for processing. Interface and serve as liaison with county partners: Agency Director, Ag Commissioner, Division Managers, Ag Biologists, Program Coordinators and Office Specialists. Interface directly with public as main point of contact for phone line, general e-mail and walk-ins during business hours. Respond to escalated issues and concerns, resolve conflicts and assist with program support requests when required due to presence of walk-in client. Communicate clearly with staff in disseminating notices, policies and procedures received from BOC or ANR SPU. Clarify verbally or in writing any instructions that may require additional interpretation by staff due to complex/unfamiliar topics or language barriers. Analyze, develop and review office operational procedures and guidelines and revise accordingly. Manage and support event planning and logistics at program and unit levels. Perform with expertise in Aggie Enterprise (procurement and accounting), GTS, Aggie Expense, Work Flow Automation, JDX Job Builder, Aggie Buy, VMS, Outlook, Excel, Word, MS Publisher, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat Pro. 15% FISCAL MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING / BUDGETARY: Gather and organize financial data from internal and external sources. Analyze, prepare and present data to Director UCCE, UCOP and Contracts & Grants, and to individual Program Advisors as requested or needed. Analyze current fiscal data trends to develop budgets and identify funding needs. Review CE accounts, analyze expenses, create payroll and non-payroll cost transfers as necessary and reconcile balances accordingly. Research fiscal data from internal and external sources and to provide input for non-technical portions of grant and contract proposals. Produce budget line items based on familiarity with Contract & Grants regulations and guidelines. Review and approve funding deduction calculation from Santa Clara County vis-à-vis MOU agreement. Calculate final year-end invoice and inform Contracts & Grants and UCOP Extramural Accounting regarding MOU invoicing. Process monies directly to UC Regents account. 10% FISCAL MANAGEMENT PURCHASING: Assess staff computer and technology needs, provide purchase recommendations, acquire appropriate hardware/software and initiate installation work order with county tech support. Manage office supplies inventory and Direct Support Budget expenses and track expenditures by program. Advise Director/Advisors/Supervisors of program excesses. 25% PROGRAM AND WEBSITE SUPPORT: Prepare County Annual Report and presentation. Maintain and build repository of program photos. Support programs with research and extension including data management, grant management, marketing and registration, evaluation, and participant management. Edit newsletters, fact sheets, journal submissions, and correspondences to Cooperative Extension partners and constituents. Oversee County website content and design. 15% HIRING AND PERSONNEL COORDINATION: Initiate and oversee the Staff Personnel Request documentation requirements and HR on-line process to hire new employees. Assist hiring supervisors with developing position descriptions, provide procedural guidance, signature approval status updates and hiring process timelines. Coordinate with ANR SPU and BOC on New Employee documentation and start date. Supervise new employee orientation to UCCE Santa Clara, assess and fulfill work environment and ergonomic needs, initiate necessary computer/software acquisition and installation. Review personnel policies, procedures and provide compensation/benefits guidance. Oversee Aggie Expense, purchase card and corporate card acquisition and training. Manage hiring documentation of independent contractors and students. Maintain confidential personnel files; operate at a high level of confidentiality for staff and Academics in matters of conflict resolution, University policies and procedures, and personnel management. Requirements: Ability to use sound judgment in responding to issues and concerns. Solid communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with all levels of staff verbally and in writing. Solid organizational skills and ability to multi-task with demanding timeframes. Working knowledge of common organization-specific and other computer application programs. Ability to use discretion and maintain confidentiality. Preferred Skills: Working knowledge of UC business systems including Aggie Expense, Aggie Enterprise, JDX job builder, UC Path, WFA, and Cognos. Working knowledge of common professional and office management applications including Word, Excel, and Publisher. Special Conditions of Employment: Must possess valid California Driver's License to drive a County or University vehicle. Ability and means to travel on a flexible schedule as needed, proof of liability damage insurance on vehicle used is required. Reimbursement of job-related travel will be reimbursed according to University policies. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check. This is a designated position requiring a background check and may require fingerprinting due to the nature of the job responsibilities. UC ANR does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. As of January 1, 2014, ANR is a smoke- and tobacco-free environment in which smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes), is strictly prohibited. As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs , as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer. a. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault . click apply for full job details
03/06/2026
Full time
Administrative Officer - Santa Clara, CA, Job ID 84658 University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources Job Description Position Summary: Under general supervision of UCCE Santa Clara Extension Director, the administrative officer serves as the county Office Manager supporting all human resources, office management, facilities management, financial and business operations. The Office Manager also provides programmatic support to UCCE Santa Clara programs. Duties include managing staff hiring processes, development of short and long-range budgets, management of diverse types of financial reporting and record keeping for grants and managing operational budgets and fiscal review. Program support may include managing data, event marketing and registration, and website updating. As an administrative operations professional, the Office Manager will have an understanding of UC systemwide practices, policies, and procedures. They will provide analytical support, service, and training to UCCE Santa Clara staff and academics. They will use knowledge of professional concepts to research, analyze, interpret and apply policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues that are often complex. The Office Manager will work collaboratively with the UC ANR Business Office, UC ANR IT, UC ANR Human Resources as well as County of Santa Clara, Agricultural Department Administration, serving as a liaison, point of contact, and handoff point with regard to supported actions and functions. The Office Manager will manage sensitive and confidential information. This position involves multi-tasking and working under competing deadlines. The position requires on-site work at the UCCE Santa Clara County office on Berger Drive in San Jose, California with occasional work at the UCCE Santa Clara County office on Highland Avenue in San Martin. This position is a career appointment that is 100% fixed. Pay Scale: $ 32.44/hour to $43.44/hour Job Posting Close Date: This job is open until filled. The first application review date will be 03/13/2026. Key Responsibilities: 35% ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE: Provide administrative support to a medium-size academic department with multiple programs and staff by managing facility and workspace modifications, IT installations and troubleshooting tech issues, manage travel records and reimbursements for part-time employees and volunteers, and assisting staff with Contracts and Grants, MOUs, Aggie Expense, Purchase Card and Corporate Card documentation requirements and policy complexities. Oversee administrative activities of staff and academics and provide oversight to other Administrative Assistants in the unit. Provide oversight and review of departmental documentation prior to submission to BOC for processing. Interface and serve as liaison with county partners: Agency Director, Ag Commissioner, Division Managers, Ag Biologists, Program Coordinators and Office Specialists. Interface directly with public as main point of contact for phone line, general e-mail and walk-ins during business hours. Respond to escalated issues and concerns, resolve conflicts and assist with program support requests when required due to presence of walk-in client. Communicate clearly with staff in disseminating notices, policies and procedures received from BOC or ANR SPU. Clarify verbally or in writing any instructions that may require additional interpretation by staff due to complex/unfamiliar topics or language barriers. Analyze, develop and review office operational procedures and guidelines and revise accordingly. Manage and support event planning and logistics at program and unit levels. Perform with expertise in Aggie Enterprise (procurement and accounting), GTS, Aggie Expense, Work Flow Automation, JDX Job Builder, Aggie Buy, VMS, Outlook, Excel, Word, MS Publisher, PowerPoint, Adobe Acrobat Pro. 15% FISCAL MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING / BUDGETARY: Gather and organize financial data from internal and external sources. Analyze, prepare and present data to Director UCCE, UCOP and Contracts & Grants, and to individual Program Advisors as requested or needed. Analyze current fiscal data trends to develop budgets and identify funding needs. Review CE accounts, analyze expenses, create payroll and non-payroll cost transfers as necessary and reconcile balances accordingly. Research fiscal data from internal and external sources and to provide input for non-technical portions of grant and contract proposals. Produce budget line items based on familiarity with Contract & Grants regulations and guidelines. Review and approve funding deduction calculation from Santa Clara County vis-à-vis MOU agreement. Calculate final year-end invoice and inform Contracts & Grants and UCOP Extramural Accounting regarding MOU invoicing. Process monies directly to UC Regents account. 10% FISCAL MANAGEMENT PURCHASING: Assess staff computer and technology needs, provide purchase recommendations, acquire appropriate hardware/software and initiate installation work order with county tech support. Manage office supplies inventory and Direct Support Budget expenses and track expenditures by program. Advise Director/Advisors/Supervisors of program excesses. 25% PROGRAM AND WEBSITE SUPPORT: Prepare County Annual Report and presentation. Maintain and build repository of program photos. Support programs with research and extension including data management, grant management, marketing and registration, evaluation, and participant management. Edit newsletters, fact sheets, journal submissions, and correspondences to Cooperative Extension partners and constituents. Oversee County website content and design. 15% HIRING AND PERSONNEL COORDINATION: Initiate and oversee the Staff Personnel Request documentation requirements and HR on-line process to hire new employees. Assist hiring supervisors with developing position descriptions, provide procedural guidance, signature approval status updates and hiring process timelines. Coordinate with ANR SPU and BOC on New Employee documentation and start date. Supervise new employee orientation to UCCE Santa Clara, assess and fulfill work environment and ergonomic needs, initiate necessary computer/software acquisition and installation. Review personnel policies, procedures and provide compensation/benefits guidance. Oversee Aggie Expense, purchase card and corporate card acquisition and training. Manage hiring documentation of independent contractors and students. Maintain confidential personnel files; operate at a high level of confidentiality for staff and Academics in matters of conflict resolution, University policies and procedures, and personnel management. Requirements: Ability to use sound judgment in responding to issues and concerns. Solid communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with all levels of staff verbally and in writing. Solid organizational skills and ability to multi-task with demanding timeframes. Working knowledge of common organization-specific and other computer application programs. Ability to use discretion and maintain confidentiality. Preferred Skills: Working knowledge of UC business systems including Aggie Expense, Aggie Enterprise, JDX job builder, UC Path, WFA, and Cognos. Working knowledge of common professional and office management applications including Word, Excel, and Publisher. Special Conditions of Employment: Must possess valid California Driver's License to drive a County or University vehicle. Ability and means to travel on a flexible schedule as needed, proof of liability damage insurance on vehicle used is required. Reimbursement of job-related travel will be reimbursed according to University policies. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check. This is a designated position requiring a background check and may require fingerprinting due to the nature of the job responsibilities. UC ANR does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. As of January 1, 2014, ANR is a smoke- and tobacco-free environment in which smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes), is strictly prohibited. As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs , as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer. a. "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault . click apply for full job details
The Best Buy Human Resources Senior Coordinator provides proactive coordination and facilitation for multiple functions within their assigned Human Resources team. This role is focused on improving the efficiency and effectiveness of processes within Best Buy's specific human resources disciplines, which include: Employee Relations, Employee Services, Field Human Resources, Inclusion and Diversity, Learning and Development, Rewards, Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, and other teams. At Best Buy, we are obsessed with building long term relationships with our customers. If you like being around people who support other people and who strive to create an environment that inspires personal and team success, you'd be a great addition to our team. Key responsibilities Supports Best Buy's goal of creating exceptional experiences for our customers and employees by building relationships, exhibiting empathy, and providing support. Leverages insights from analysis of complex data to make process improvement recommendations. Builds cross-functional partnerships and interacts with a variety of individuals outside of their immediate team including applicants, employees, and other leaders throughout the organization. Coordinates assigned processes and tasks through planning, scheduling, data entry, and reporting. Ensures high data integrity and maintains employee files, including step rate program and payroll administration. Assists in resolution process for a variety of issues that have been brought to the team's attention by managers, employees, or applicants. Identifies support needs and serves as an administrative resource for other team members. Assists with Talent Acquisition process for their location including internal and external requisition processes, facilitating candidate onboarding process, and other staffing coordination activities as needed. Responsible for collecting required data for OSHA reporting. Supports location safety requirements, training, tracking, and compliance. Provides support for locations through the navigation of Health, Wellness, and Social Impact programs. Performs high visibility, sensitive, and confidential responsibilities within assigned discipline. Moderates independent decision making under the supervision of a manager. Basic requirements 2 years' experience in administrative support, customer service, office environment or equivalent 1 year experience in Human Resources or related area Preferred requirements Associate Degree or higher in business or related field Best Buy is an equal opportunity employer. Application deadline: Minimum of 5 days from the posting date. You can find that date above the job title at the top of the page. Position Type: Full timePandoLogic. Category:Human Resources,
03/05/2026
Full time
The Best Buy Human Resources Senior Coordinator provides proactive coordination and facilitation for multiple functions within their assigned Human Resources team. This role is focused on improving the efficiency and effectiveness of processes within Best Buy's specific human resources disciplines, which include: Employee Relations, Employee Services, Field Human Resources, Inclusion and Diversity, Learning and Development, Rewards, Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, and other teams. At Best Buy, we are obsessed with building long term relationships with our customers. If you like being around people who support other people and who strive to create an environment that inspires personal and team success, you'd be a great addition to our team. Key responsibilities Supports Best Buy's goal of creating exceptional experiences for our customers and employees by building relationships, exhibiting empathy, and providing support. Leverages insights from analysis of complex data to make process improvement recommendations. Builds cross-functional partnerships and interacts with a variety of individuals outside of their immediate team including applicants, employees, and other leaders throughout the organization. Coordinates assigned processes and tasks through planning, scheduling, data entry, and reporting. Ensures high data integrity and maintains employee files, including step rate program and payroll administration. Assists in resolution process for a variety of issues that have been brought to the team's attention by managers, employees, or applicants. Identifies support needs and serves as an administrative resource for other team members. Assists with Talent Acquisition process for their location including internal and external requisition processes, facilitating candidate onboarding process, and other staffing coordination activities as needed. Responsible for collecting required data for OSHA reporting. Supports location safety requirements, training, tracking, and compliance. Provides support for locations through the navigation of Health, Wellness, and Social Impact programs. Performs high visibility, sensitive, and confidential responsibilities within assigned discipline. Moderates independent decision making under the supervision of a manager. Basic requirements 2 years' experience in administrative support, customer service, office environment or equivalent 1 year experience in Human Resources or related area Preferred requirements Associate Degree or higher in business or related field Best Buy is an equal opportunity employer. Application deadline: Minimum of 5 days from the posting date. You can find that date above the job title at the top of the page. Position Type: Full timePandoLogic. Category:Human Resources,
Description: Executive Assistant to the Vice Dean for Students and Interim VP for DEI and Academic Accommodations Coordinator Deans' Office Full-time, non-exempt, 37.5 hours/week $26-32/hour On-Campus Reports to: Vice Dean for Students, Interim VP for DEI VLGS Benefits and PTO include: - Full benefits (medical, dental, vision, etc.). - 403b including 4% employer contribution. - 2 weeks of paid vacation in addition to paid personal and sick days. - 11 paid holidays plus two weeks of paid days off for Summer and Winter breaks. - Employee Assistance Program. - VLGS course participation with tuition assistance. - Flexible schedule potential. Vermont Law and Graduate School is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness. We grow and learn better together with a diverse group of faculty, staff, and students. In recruiting for faculty and staff, we seek unique backgrounds to enrich and challenge our community. Position Summary: The Executive Assistant and Academic Accommodations Coordinator is an integral member of the Deans' office team. This role will provide support for the operation of the Deans' office, working closely with the administrative team, and in collaboration with other offices and support teams. This is a residential position; on-campus presence is required. Key Duties and Responsibilities: Act as the primary point of contact for students interacting with the Vice Dean for Students and the Vice President for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Provide information, explain and enforce standard policies and procedures, process requests, and resolve issues by referring students to the correct department or person as necessary. Manage calendars and schedule meetings. Arrange and organize institutional and departmental events including, but not limited to receptions, dinners, conferences, workshops, and programs. This includes coordinating dates with calendars and schedules, arranging for food, rooms, technology, invitations, publicity, and monitoring attendance. Draft, revise, and proofread documents including minutes, reports, policies, manuals, correspondence, etc. Implement and maintain filing, record-keeping, and reporting systems manually and electronically, including basic ability to work with spreadsheets and data. Organize and maintain the office space. Order supplies, screen and distribute mail, and respond to routine correspondence. Office reception duties; answer phones, greet and direct guests, students, etc. upon arrival to the office in a polite and professional manner, and answer questions and/or direct such visitors and students to the appropriate department as needed. Provide class and teaching related support for Vice Dean for Students and Vice President for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Manage implementation of and ongoing support for academic accommodations for all students, including working with faculty and staff to ensure accommodations are properly administered. Liaise with outside vendors to ensure proper implementation of accommodations. Hire, train, and supervise 15-25 work study students each semester. Manage expense reporting for Vice Dean for Students, Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and the Mental Health Department. Provide administrative support to the Mental Health Department as needed. Contribute to school-wide projects as needed. Perform other related duties as assigned. Requirements: Required Education, Skills, and Experience: Associate's degree required; bachelor's degree preferred. Minimum of two years' experience in an administrative support position or related role. Understanding of, appreciation for, and commitment to inclusion, including the ability to work with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds, identities, and viewpoints. Experience arranging travel and accommodations. Experience managing complex calendars and schedules. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to use discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information. Ability to handle multiple priorities with tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment. High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. Must be able to adapt to new and emerging technology as established and communicated by the law school. Ability to work independently to accomplish goals, and also participate as an engaged member of the Deans' Office team. Excellent time management, planning, administrative, and organizational skills; good writing and math skills; strong intercommunication skills including the ability to interact courteously and efficiently with a wide variety of individuals both inside and outside of VLGS. Knowledge of higher education administration or legal office procedures preferred. Excellent planning, administrative, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills. Other Requirements: • 85% computer related work. • Primary work is done sitting and/or standing at desk. • Must be able to work legally within the United States without sponsorship. • Ability to perform all essential functions of the job with or without basic accommodations. Application Requirements: Please attach a resume and cover letter for consideration. If you are applying from a third party website (Indeed, etc.) and are unable to attach additional materials to your online application, please apply directly at or email required documents to Christine Saul, . As part of our commitment to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, candidates who meet the qualifications for this position and who require accommodations to apply should contact Human Resources at . Vermont Law and Graduate School strives to raise the bar for being an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, place of birth, marital status, disability, veteran's status, HIV status, pregnancy, genetic information, health insurance status, and crime victim status. PM20 Compensation details: 26-32 Yearly Salary PI02bf4ea9d5-
03/01/2026
Full time
Description: Executive Assistant to the Vice Dean for Students and Interim VP for DEI and Academic Accommodations Coordinator Deans' Office Full-time, non-exempt, 37.5 hours/week $26-32/hour On-Campus Reports to: Vice Dean for Students, Interim VP for DEI VLGS Benefits and PTO include: - Full benefits (medical, dental, vision, etc.). - 403b including 4% employer contribution. - 2 weeks of paid vacation in addition to paid personal and sick days. - 11 paid holidays plus two weeks of paid days off for Summer and Winter breaks. - Employee Assistance Program. - VLGS course participation with tuition assistance. - Flexible schedule potential. Vermont Law and Graduate School is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of inclusion and connectedness. We grow and learn better together with a diverse group of faculty, staff, and students. In recruiting for faculty and staff, we seek unique backgrounds to enrich and challenge our community. Position Summary: The Executive Assistant and Academic Accommodations Coordinator is an integral member of the Deans' office team. This role will provide support for the operation of the Deans' office, working closely with the administrative team, and in collaboration with other offices and support teams. This is a residential position; on-campus presence is required. Key Duties and Responsibilities: Act as the primary point of contact for students interacting with the Vice Dean for Students and the Vice President for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Provide information, explain and enforce standard policies and procedures, process requests, and resolve issues by referring students to the correct department or person as necessary. Manage calendars and schedule meetings. Arrange and organize institutional and departmental events including, but not limited to receptions, dinners, conferences, workshops, and programs. This includes coordinating dates with calendars and schedules, arranging for food, rooms, technology, invitations, publicity, and monitoring attendance. Draft, revise, and proofread documents including minutes, reports, policies, manuals, correspondence, etc. Implement and maintain filing, record-keeping, and reporting systems manually and electronically, including basic ability to work with spreadsheets and data. Organize and maintain the office space. Order supplies, screen and distribute mail, and respond to routine correspondence. Office reception duties; answer phones, greet and direct guests, students, etc. upon arrival to the office in a polite and professional manner, and answer questions and/or direct such visitors and students to the appropriate department as needed. Provide class and teaching related support for Vice Dean for Students and Vice President for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Manage implementation of and ongoing support for academic accommodations for all students, including working with faculty and staff to ensure accommodations are properly administered. Liaise with outside vendors to ensure proper implementation of accommodations. Hire, train, and supervise 15-25 work study students each semester. Manage expense reporting for Vice Dean for Students, Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and the Mental Health Department. Provide administrative support to the Mental Health Department as needed. Contribute to school-wide projects as needed. Perform other related duties as assigned. Requirements: Required Education, Skills, and Experience: Associate's degree required; bachelor's degree preferred. Minimum of two years' experience in an administrative support position or related role. Understanding of, appreciation for, and commitment to inclusion, including the ability to work with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds, identities, and viewpoints. Experience arranging travel and accommodations. Experience managing complex calendars and schedules. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to use discretion in handling confidential and sensitive information. Ability to handle multiple priorities with tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment. High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite. Must be able to adapt to new and emerging technology as established and communicated by the law school. Ability to work independently to accomplish goals, and also participate as an engaged member of the Deans' Office team. Excellent time management, planning, administrative, and organizational skills; good writing and math skills; strong intercommunication skills including the ability to interact courteously and efficiently with a wide variety of individuals both inside and outside of VLGS. Knowledge of higher education administration or legal office procedures preferred. Excellent planning, administrative, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills. Other Requirements: • 85% computer related work. • Primary work is done sitting and/or standing at desk. • Must be able to work legally within the United States without sponsorship. • Ability to perform all essential functions of the job with or without basic accommodations. Application Requirements: Please attach a resume and cover letter for consideration. If you are applying from a third party website (Indeed, etc.) and are unable to attach additional materials to your online application, please apply directly at or email required documents to Christine Saul, . As part of our commitment to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, candidates who meet the qualifications for this position and who require accommodations to apply should contact Human Resources at . Vermont Law and Graduate School strives to raise the bar for being an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, place of birth, marital status, disability, veteran's status, HIV status, pregnancy, genetic information, health insurance status, and crime victim status. PM20 Compensation details: 26-32 Yearly Salary PI02bf4ea9d5-
Big Law Caliber Commercial Litigation - Boutique Environment This Jobot Job is hosted by: Hunter Dahlstrom Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $200,000 - $280,000 per year A bit about us: Our client, a premier Chicago litigation boutique founded by former Big Law partners, seeks an experienced commercial litigator. Join a sophisticated practice offering Big Law-caliber work with boutique-level mentorship and work-life balance. This company provides sophisticated commercial litigation services to businesses throughout the United States, handling complex disputes in both state and federal courts. The firm combines Big Law expertise and case sophistication with the personal attention, direct partner mentorship, and creative fee structures that define boutique practice. Why join us? Direct Partner Access Handle complex commercial disputes, class actions, and bet-the-company litigation Take on significant case ownership and client interaction from day one Join attorneys who are trial lawyers at heart with proven courtroom experience Potential path to advancement/partnership Boutique environment while maintaining prestigious, challenging work Market-rate salary + benefits This is an opportunity to build lasting client relationships while working on the caliber of matters that built your Big Law foundation. Job Details Key Responsibilities: Handle complex commercial disputes including breach of contract, business torts, and IP matters Develop case strategies and manage all phases of litigation through trial Maintain direct client communication and provide strategic counsel Represent clients in trials, arbitrations, and settlement negotiations Draft pleadings, motions, and appellate briefs Required Qualifications: JD from accredited law school Illinois bar admission required 4-7 years commercial litigation experience Big Law background strongly preferred Trial experience (jury or bench) Excellent motion practice and brief writing skills Strong case management and client communication abilities Ability to handle multiple complex matters simultaneously Compensation: $200,000 - $280,000 base salary plus discretionary bonus This role offers partnership-track potential with immediate responsibility on sophisticated matters typically handled by much larger firms. Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here:
02/27/2026
Full time
Big Law Caliber Commercial Litigation - Boutique Environment This Jobot Job is hosted by: Hunter Dahlstrom Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $200,000 - $280,000 per year A bit about us: Our client, a premier Chicago litigation boutique founded by former Big Law partners, seeks an experienced commercial litigator. Join a sophisticated practice offering Big Law-caliber work with boutique-level mentorship and work-life balance. This company provides sophisticated commercial litigation services to businesses throughout the United States, handling complex disputes in both state and federal courts. The firm combines Big Law expertise and case sophistication with the personal attention, direct partner mentorship, and creative fee structures that define boutique practice. Why join us? Direct Partner Access Handle complex commercial disputes, class actions, and bet-the-company litigation Take on significant case ownership and client interaction from day one Join attorneys who are trial lawyers at heart with proven courtroom experience Potential path to advancement/partnership Boutique environment while maintaining prestigious, challenging work Market-rate salary + benefits This is an opportunity to build lasting client relationships while working on the caliber of matters that built your Big Law foundation. Job Details Key Responsibilities: Handle complex commercial disputes including breach of contract, business torts, and IP matters Develop case strategies and manage all phases of litigation through trial Maintain direct client communication and provide strategic counsel Represent clients in trials, arbitrations, and settlement negotiations Draft pleadings, motions, and appellate briefs Required Qualifications: JD from accredited law school Illinois bar admission required 4-7 years commercial litigation experience Big Law background strongly preferred Trial experience (jury or bench) Excellent motion practice and brief writing skills Strong case management and client communication abilities Ability to handle multiple complex matters simultaneously Compensation: $200,000 - $280,000 base salary plus discretionary bonus This role offers partnership-track potential with immediate responsibility on sophisticated matters typically handled by much larger firms. Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here:
