Part-Time Program Assistant, Business Law Program

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Department:

Washington College of Law

Time Type:

Part time

Job Type:

Regular

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Work Modality:

Union:

Excluded

Job Description:

Summary:

The Part-Time Business Law Program (“BLP”) Program Assistant position will provide key administrative support and benefits to the BLP in handling the BLP’s increasing workload relating to current BLP programs and initiatives, enhance the BLP’s ability to explore and establish key proposed initiatives, including revenue generating BLP certificate programs, enhance the BLP‘s ability to plan, manage and coordinate high quality BLP conferences, enhancing the BLP’s profile as a vibrant program and cutting edge leader in business law. This position would initially be structured as a part-time position, 20-25 hours per week, with compensation and any benefits commensurate with WCL and University hiring policies regarding similar positions. The BLP would periodically assess whether a part-time position addresses program needs.          

 

Essential Functions: 

1.) Business Law Compliance and Ethics Certificate Program Support

• Provide administrative and programmatic support for the Business Law Compliance and Ethics Certificate Program, including coordinating course offerings, managing enrollment processes, assisting in curriculum development, and supporting faculty and student engagement to ensure the program's effective growth and compliance with institutional standards. 

  

2.) Program Development and Expansion of Micro‑Certificates

• Provide strategic support in exploring, designing, marketing, and administering a revenue‑generating portfolio of business law–related “micro‑certificate” offerings. This includes conducting market analysis, collaborating on curriculum design, coordinating promotional strategies, managing enrollment and program logistics, and ensuring quality delivery and stakeholder engagement to drive sustainable growth and institutional revenue. 

3.) Event Planning and Community Engagement Support

• Play a pivotal role in supporting the planning, development, and execution of high‑quality conferences, webinars, and related events as part of the Business Law Program (BLP). These events are specifically designed to engage both the WCL community and the broader legal sector, elevating the program’s visibility and impact. 

4.) Website Maintenance and Enhancement

• Assist in sustaining an updated, secure, and engaging online presence for the Business Law Program (BLP) by supporting the ongoing review, content updates, technical upkeep, and strategic enhancements of the website.

• Collaborate with faculty and communications teams to ensure timely posting of program information, news, events, and multimedia. 

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