J. Paul Getty Trust
Los Angeles, CA, USA
Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion at Getty
Getty believes diversity, equity, accessibility and inclusion are essential to our excellence and to the execution of our mission. The Getty community values differences in the pursuit of inquiry and knowledge, mutual understanding, respect, trust, transparency, and cooperation. We are committed to creating a welcoming workplace that reflects the various backgrounds of the communities we serve and includes individuals who bring a diversity of values and experiences. Individuals of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Job Summary
The Office of Scholars, Interns, and Professionals (OSIP) Supervisor position builds relationships and develops, designs, and implements Getty-wide interdepartmental processes and procedures to ensure excellent service for all Getty scholars, interns, library grantees, and professionals. The Supervisor provides OSIP with management, direction, and long range/short-term strategy and planning. The position provides day-to-day management and hires, trains, and supervises OSIP staff. The Supervisor reports to the Assistant Director of Administration at the Getty Research Institute (GRI).
The position will remain open until filled. Applications received by April 30 will be given first consideration.
Major Job Responsibilities
Oversees and monitors the Getty’s J-1 non-immigrant visa program. Develops short- and long-range plans based on new or updated US Department of State directives
Serves as the Getty’s Responsible Officer (RO) and supervises OSIP’s International Advisors to ensure institutional compliance with Department of Homeland Security and Department of State immigration regulations for J-1 non-immigrant status.
Supervises staff to ensure monitoring and evaluation of data in SEVIS and Glacier systems to identify issues needing resolution prior to data submission. Processes data in SEVIS and Glacier, as needed.
Monitors Scholars Housing requests from Getty departments to ensure that invited international special guests enter the US with the proper visa. Works with Getty department representatives to provide guidance and instruction.
Creates policies, workflows and procedures to comply with the US Department of State requests and regulations involving J-1 visas. Works closely with management across the Getty to incorporate workflows and procedures into the Getty programs that are affected by the J-1 visa program.
Stays current with SEVIS-related and regulatory updates pertaining to international scholars, interns, and trainees, and partners with OSIP’s Alternate Responsible Officers (AROs) and external Designated School Officials (DSO) to ensure consistent protocol regarding policies and procedures.
Replies to U.S. Government data inquiries regarding the Getty’s Scholar, Intern and Trainees J-1 visa programs.
Evaluates and advises international scholars, interns, trainees, library grantees and professionals on their visa options; provides the necessary assistance in obtaining and maintaining appropriate J-1 non-immigrant status. Processes visa-related documents with emphasis on accuracy and completeness, as needed.
Reviews the outgoing visa-related documents for foreign national students, scholars, interns, trainees, and researchers, with emphasis on accuracy and completeness; ensures the agreement and accuracy of all data sources including OSIP records, databases, government systems, and visa documents.
Collects information, pays fees, prepares, and submits documents to the US Department of State for the J-1 visa program Redesignation and the Annual Report.
Manages the arrival of international Professionals by working closely with the Getty Departments involved in the process. Processes and distributes the necessary visa paperwork and information to the Guest according to the US Federal Code Regulations.
Creates and conducts orientations for Scholars and Interns regarding J-1 visa regulations, tax filing for U.S. as well as International Guests.
Creates and conducts orientations for Graduate Interns Supervisors to provide and explain the US Department of State requests and regulations governing the Intern and Training J-1 visa program, and to convey the importance of complying to all of them.
Manages the gathering of information and monitors each visa situation to assist outside counsel in preparing/filing petitions that comply with procedures, policies, regulations, and rules to help ensure all filings are submitted timely, professionally, and accurately.
Performs document exchange with international scholars, interns, trainees, library grantees, and researchers upon their arrival to verify US entry non-immigrant documents and visa status. Completes and provides documents with Getty Tax Accounting Department for tax withholdings.
Resolves complex issues and/or problems using an extensive knowledge of relevant policies and government regulations.
Supervises and guides the daily operations of OSIP’s administrative staff. Provides additional assistance for daily tasks to OSIP team to balance workloads, as needed
Evaluates and advises scholars, interns, trainees, and professionals regarding their travel requests and lecturing while in residence; controls, produces, and signs documents for travel and lecturing; replaces or re-issues documents when needed.
Creates, and distributes information related to tax and health insurance for National and International Interns, Trainees, Scholars, Library Grantees, and Professionals. Monitors and files related records.
Oversees scholarly grant recipient data sheets for instruction to Getty’s Payroll Department on stipend payments, health insurance eligibility, and travel contributions for scholars and fellows.
Establishes OSIP operational strategies and provides the related necessary direction and motivation to OSIP staff
Broad oversight of the Getty’s Scholar residential apartment complex by ensuring that all operations are conducted in a timely manner and according to the Scholar Housing Policy Statement and Scholar Housing Resident Policy.
Uses good judgment and a solid appreciation for cultural nuances to offer sound advice and guidance.
Monitors, provides, and coordinates assistance to Exchange Visitors, in case of incidents, injuries, and sickness. Reports these cases to US DoS as necessary.
Manages the OSIP website: creates content, evaluates changes, and supervises the technical work involved.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
3-4 years of experience advising international scholars/students
Previous supervisory experience
Experience with J1 visas and international hiring
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Considerable technical and procedural knowledge of assigned area, including Department of Homeland Security and Department of State immigration regulations for J-1 non-immigrant visas
Demonstrates excellent knowledge of all elements of J-1 visas to provide guidance to staff, scholars, interns, trainees, researchers, and library grantees on the evaluation of the appropriate visa, considering past, present and future variables and associated impacts of visa options. Erroneous or incomplete visas evaluation/assessments could result in a variety of issues affecting visa status and in turn affect the visa applicant and the institution.
Demonstrates excellent knowledge of F-1 visas rules and procedures that impact Getty internships and scholarships of International Students.
Under little to no supervision, demonstrates initiative in managing OSIP staff to prioritize, complete projects, assign tasks, interpret, explaining, and apply the applications of U.S. immigration regulations.
Exercises judgment within Getty and US Department of State defined practices and procedures. Refers and adheres to internal policies and practices as well as external legal regulations to develop solutions to problems, finding remedies to facilitate resolution to deficiencies that caused the delay or denial, often in reaction to a crisis.
Demonstrated skill in exercising patience, diplomacy and flexibility in interacting with government officials, Getty managers, outside contractors and exchange visitors
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with people from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to provide/exchange information with wide range of international and national scholars, interns, trainees, researchers, and institution staff. Regular contact with government agencies replying to/making inquiries and facilitating appropriate documentation. Communication with clients and agencies requiring legal and cultural awareness.
Skilled in accurate record keeping with strict at attention to detail
Skilled in working with compliance issues/processes
Familiarity with at least one foreign language
Ability to organize and conduct orientations for Getty scholars and interns;
Ability to train, mentor, motivate, and manage a small working team and monitor the performance of staff
Benefits and Perks
Here are just some examples that Getty offers/provides for full-time employees:
Medical, Dental and Vision insurance coverage, starting on date of hire. Getty pays 75%-95% of the premium, depending on the plan selected.
403(b) Employee Investment retirement plan – with up to 5% Getty Match
Getty contribution of 6%, on behalf of employee, to 401(a) retirement account
Educational Assistance and professional development
Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal Days
12 Paid Holidays
Many positions have bi-weekly Off-Fridays
On-Site Fitness Center at Getty Center
Community service opportunities
To learn more about our comprehensive benefits and long list of perks, go to Getty HR .
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status.
Full Time Regular
Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and Inclusion at Getty
Getty believes diversity, equity, accessibility and inclusion are essential to our excellence and to the execution of our mission. The Getty community values differences in the pursuit of inquiry and knowledge, mutual understanding, respect, trust, transparency, and cooperation. We are committed to creating a welcoming workplace that reflects the various backgrounds of the communities we serve and includes individuals who bring a diversity of values and experiences. Individuals of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Job Summary
The Office of Scholars, Interns, and Professionals (OSIP) Supervisor position builds relationships and develops, designs, and implements Getty-wide interdepartmental processes and procedures to ensure excellent service for all Getty scholars, interns, library grantees, and professionals. The Supervisor provides OSIP with management, direction, and long range/short-term strategy and planning. The position provides day-to-day management and hires, trains, and supervises OSIP staff. The Supervisor reports to the Assistant Director of Administration at the Getty Research Institute (GRI).
The position will remain open until filled. Applications received by April 30 will be given first consideration.
Major Job Responsibilities
Oversees and monitors the Getty’s J-1 non-immigrant visa program. Develops short- and long-range plans based on new or updated US Department of State directives
Serves as the Getty’s Responsible Officer (RO) and supervises OSIP’s International Advisors to ensure institutional compliance with Department of Homeland Security and Department of State immigration regulations for J-1 non-immigrant status.
Supervises staff to ensure monitoring and evaluation of data in SEVIS and Glacier systems to identify issues needing resolution prior to data submission. Processes data in SEVIS and Glacier, as needed.
Monitors Scholars Housing requests from Getty departments to ensure that invited international special guests enter the US with the proper visa. Works with Getty department representatives to provide guidance and instruction.
Creates policies, workflows and procedures to comply with the US Department of State requests and regulations involving J-1 visas. Works closely with management across the Getty to incorporate workflows and procedures into the Getty programs that are affected by the J-1 visa program.
Stays current with SEVIS-related and regulatory updates pertaining to international scholars, interns, and trainees, and partners with OSIP’s Alternate Responsible Officers (AROs) and external Designated School Officials (DSO) to ensure consistent protocol regarding policies and procedures.
Replies to U.S. Government data inquiries regarding the Getty’s Scholar, Intern and Trainees J-1 visa programs.
Evaluates and advises international scholars, interns, trainees, library grantees and professionals on their visa options; provides the necessary assistance in obtaining and maintaining appropriate J-1 non-immigrant status. Processes visa-related documents with emphasis on accuracy and completeness, as needed.
Reviews the outgoing visa-related documents for foreign national students, scholars, interns, trainees, and researchers, with emphasis on accuracy and completeness; ensures the agreement and accuracy of all data sources including OSIP records, databases, government systems, and visa documents.
Collects information, pays fees, prepares, and submits documents to the US Department of State for the J-1 visa program Redesignation and the Annual Report.
Manages the arrival of international Professionals by working closely with the Getty Departments involved in the process. Processes and distributes the necessary visa paperwork and information to the Guest according to the US Federal Code Regulations.
Creates and conducts orientations for Scholars and Interns regarding J-1 visa regulations, tax filing for U.S. as well as International Guests.
Creates and conducts orientations for Graduate Interns Supervisors to provide and explain the US Department of State requests and regulations governing the Intern and Training J-1 visa program, and to convey the importance of complying to all of them.
Manages the gathering of information and monitors each visa situation to assist outside counsel in preparing/filing petitions that comply with procedures, policies, regulations, and rules to help ensure all filings are submitted timely, professionally, and accurately.
Performs document exchange with international scholars, interns, trainees, library grantees, and researchers upon their arrival to verify US entry non-immigrant documents and visa status. Completes and provides documents with Getty Tax Accounting Department for tax withholdings.
Resolves complex issues and/or problems using an extensive knowledge of relevant policies and government regulations.
Supervises and guides the daily operations of OSIP’s administrative staff. Provides additional assistance for daily tasks to OSIP team to balance workloads, as needed
Evaluates and advises scholars, interns, trainees, and professionals regarding their travel requests and lecturing while in residence; controls, produces, and signs documents for travel and lecturing; replaces or re-issues documents when needed.
Creates, and distributes information related to tax and health insurance for National and International Interns, Trainees, Scholars, Library Grantees, and Professionals. Monitors and files related records.
Oversees scholarly grant recipient data sheets for instruction to Getty’s Payroll Department on stipend payments, health insurance eligibility, and travel contributions for scholars and fellows.
Establishes OSIP operational strategies and provides the related necessary direction and motivation to OSIP staff
Broad oversight of the Getty’s Scholar residential apartment complex by ensuring that all operations are conducted in a timely manner and according to the Scholar Housing Policy Statement and Scholar Housing Resident Policy.
Uses good judgment and a solid appreciation for cultural nuances to offer sound advice and guidance.
Monitors, provides, and coordinates assistance to Exchange Visitors, in case of incidents, injuries, and sickness. Reports these cases to US DoS as necessary.
Manages the OSIP website: creates content, evaluates changes, and supervises the technical work involved.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
3-4 years of experience advising international scholars/students
Previous supervisory experience
Experience with J1 visas and international hiring
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Considerable technical and procedural knowledge of assigned area, including Department of Homeland Security and Department of State immigration regulations for J-1 non-immigrant visas
Demonstrates excellent knowledge of all elements of J-1 visas to provide guidance to staff, scholars, interns, trainees, researchers, and library grantees on the evaluation of the appropriate visa, considering past, present and future variables and associated impacts of visa options. Erroneous or incomplete visas evaluation/assessments could result in a variety of issues affecting visa status and in turn affect the visa applicant and the institution.
Demonstrates excellent knowledge of F-1 visas rules and procedures that impact Getty internships and scholarships of International Students.
Under little to no supervision, demonstrates initiative in managing OSIP staff to prioritize, complete projects, assign tasks, interpret, explaining, and apply the applications of U.S. immigration regulations.
Exercises judgment within Getty and US Department of State defined practices and procedures. Refers and adheres to internal policies and practices as well as external legal regulations to develop solutions to problems, finding remedies to facilitate resolution to deficiencies that caused the delay or denial, often in reaction to a crisis.
Demonstrated skill in exercising patience, diplomacy and flexibility in interacting with government officials, Getty managers, outside contractors and exchange visitors
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with people from diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to provide/exchange information with wide range of international and national scholars, interns, trainees, researchers, and institution staff. Regular contact with government agencies replying to/making inquiries and facilitating appropriate documentation. Communication with clients and agencies requiring legal and cultural awareness.
Skilled in accurate record keeping with strict at attention to detail
Skilled in working with compliance issues/processes
Familiarity with at least one foreign language
Ability to organize and conduct orientations for Getty scholars and interns;
Ability to train, mentor, motivate, and manage a small working team and monitor the performance of staff
Benefits and Perks
Here are just some examples that Getty offers/provides for full-time employees:
Medical, Dental and Vision insurance coverage, starting on date of hire. Getty pays 75%-95% of the premium, depending on the plan selected.
403(b) Employee Investment retirement plan – with up to 5% Getty Match
Getty contribution of 6%, on behalf of employee, to 401(a) retirement account
Educational Assistance and professional development
Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal Days
12 Paid Holidays
Many positions have bi-weekly Off-Fridays
On-Site Fitness Center at Getty Center
Community service opportunities
To learn more about our comprehensive benefits and long list of perks, go to Getty HR .
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship or immigration status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status.
Southern Methodist University
Dallas, TX, USA
Salary Range:
Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
About SMU
SMU’s more than 12,000 diverse, high-achieving students come from all 50 states and 90 countries to take advantage of the University’s small classes, hands-on research opportunities, leadership development, community service, international study and innovative programs. The University offers a strong foundation in the humanities and sciences and undergraduate, graduate and professional degree programs through eight schools.
Now in its second century of achievement, SMU is increasingly recognized for the ways it supports students, faculty and alumni as they become ethical leaders in their professions and communities. On the most beautiful college campus in the country, SMU Mustangs are energized by unbridled opportunities – from teaching, learning and research to creativity, performance and athletic endeavor.
About the Office of the Chaplain & Religious Life:
Southern Methodist University’s Office of the Chaplain and Religious Life seeks to create an inclusive community that celebrates intellectual curiosity about religion and spirituality, nourishes ethical decision making, cultivates deep spiritual exploration and supports faithful living. We promote moral and ethical leadership development and provide pastoral care and welcome for SMU’s religiously diverse community. Grounded in the University’s Methodist heritage, the Office of the Chaplain and Religious Life enhances the educational mission of the University through religious and spiritual programming and services for all students, staff, faculty and administrators.
About the Position:
The Office Coordinator provides critical support to the Office of the Chaplain and Religious Life at SMU, with particular focus on the Center for Faith & Learning. This position provides administrative support to the OCRL staff (2 full time chaplains, 2 part time chaplains and the Director of the Center for Faith & Learning). Reporting to the Chaplain and Minister to the University and the Director of the Center for Faith & Learning, the Coordinator manages the office environment and programmatic priorities to insure effective operations, communications and development. The Coordinator will demonstrate a commitment to integrating intellectual and spiritual life.
Essential Functions:
Administrative Support - Provide direct administrative support to the Chaplain and Director and support the OCRL team. Will assist the Chaplain and Director in managing time access, serving as Concur delegate, calendaring and scheduling, answering phones and general email inbox, greeting visitors and managing student, family and campus inquiries.
Office Management - Manage the general needs of the Office of the Chaplain and Religious Life including supply purchases, resource management, space allocation, student workers, and campus ministers to include access to University systems, scholarships, parking, ID cards, space access, and office resources.
Teamwork - Work to support the initiative of all areas related to the Office of the Chaplain and Religious Life. Collaborate with chaplains and CFL Director to insure that space is reserved and set up, supplies are ordered, and programs are communicated appropriately on-campus and beyond.
Communications – Develop electronic flyers for OCRL programming. Develop and implement social media strategy to highlight OCRL’s presence and activities. Website maintenance. Design and send monthly e-newsletter. Coordinate and represent the OCRL at campus tabling events.
Financial - Manage accounts payable for the department. This includes P.O.s, journal entries, independent contractor determination forms, stipend payments, purchasing card reconciliation and other Concur transactions.
Special projects - Provide administrative support for the Center for Faith & Learning Advisory Board and other special committees and projects. Includes serving on committees and task forces in support of the OCRL and the Division of Student Affairs. In addition to providing support for unit awards and recognition events and efforts including event preparation and budget management.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree is required.
Two years work experience is required. Experience in administrative support, office management, communications or event planning is preferred.
Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) is required. Experience with Box is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Candidate must demonstrate excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to interface effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. Must also possess the ability to communicate effectively in writing, with excellent spelling and grammar skills.
Candidate must possess strong organization, planning and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks. The ability to be flexible and adapt quickly to changing priorities is essential.
Must be strongly focused on details. Candidate must be able to appropriately and accurately handle financial responsibilities.
Candidate must have strong problem-solving skills with the ability to be resourceful, proactive, and seek assistance as needed.
Must be able to work independently as well as a collaboratively with colleagues, students and campus partners.
May require occasional evening work for events.
Physical and Environmental Demands:
Sit for long periods of time
Reach above shoulders
Handle objects (dexterity)
Deadline to Apply:
Priority consideration may be given to submissions received by August 15, 2023
This position is open until filled.
EEO Statement:
SMU will not discriminate in any program or activity on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression. The Executive Director for Access and Equity/Title IX Coordinator is designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies and may be reached at the Perkins Administration Building, Room 204, 6425 Boaz Lane, Dallas, TX 75205, 214-768-3601, accessequity@smu.edu .
Benefits:
SMU offers staff a broad, competitive array of health and related benefit s. In addition to traditional benefits such as health, dental, and vision plans, SMU offers a wide range of wellness programs to help attract, support, and retain our employees whose work continues to make SMU an outstanding education and research institution.
SMU is committed to providing an array of retirement programs that benefit and protect you and your family throughout your working years at SMU and, if you meet SMU's retirement eligibility criteria, during your retirement years after you leave SMU.
The value of learning at SMU isn't just about preparing our students for the future. Employees have access to a wide variety of professional and personal development opportunities , including tuition benefits .
Full Time
Salary Range:
Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
About SMU
SMU’s more than 12,000 diverse, high-achieving students come from all 50 states and 90 countries to take advantage of the University’s small classes, hands-on research opportunities, leadership development, community service, international study and innovative programs. The University offers a strong foundation in the humanities and sciences and undergraduate, graduate and professional degree programs through eight schools.
Now in its second century of achievement, SMU is increasingly recognized for the ways it supports students, faculty and alumni as they become ethical leaders in their professions and communities. On the most beautiful college campus in the country, SMU Mustangs are energized by unbridled opportunities – from teaching, learning and research to creativity, performance and athletic endeavor.
About the Office of the Chaplain & Religious Life:
Southern Methodist University’s Office of the Chaplain and Religious Life seeks to create an inclusive community that celebrates intellectual curiosity about religion and spirituality, nourishes ethical decision making, cultivates deep spiritual exploration and supports faithful living. We promote moral and ethical leadership development and provide pastoral care and welcome for SMU’s religiously diverse community. Grounded in the University’s Methodist heritage, the Office of the Chaplain and Religious Life enhances the educational mission of the University through religious and spiritual programming and services for all students, staff, faculty and administrators.
About the Position:
The Office Coordinator provides critical support to the Office of the Chaplain and Religious Life at SMU, with particular focus on the Center for Faith & Learning. This position provides administrative support to the OCRL staff (2 full time chaplains, 2 part time chaplains and the Director of the Center for Faith & Learning). Reporting to the Chaplain and Minister to the University and the Director of the Center for Faith & Learning, the Coordinator manages the office environment and programmatic priorities to insure effective operations, communications and development. The Coordinator will demonstrate a commitment to integrating intellectual and spiritual life.
Essential Functions:
Administrative Support - Provide direct administrative support to the Chaplain and Director and support the OCRL team. Will assist the Chaplain and Director in managing time access, serving as Concur delegate, calendaring and scheduling, answering phones and general email inbox, greeting visitors and managing student, family and campus inquiries.
Office Management - Manage the general needs of the Office of the Chaplain and Religious Life including supply purchases, resource management, space allocation, student workers, and campus ministers to include access to University systems, scholarships, parking, ID cards, space access, and office resources.
Teamwork - Work to support the initiative of all areas related to the Office of the Chaplain and Religious Life. Collaborate with chaplains and CFL Director to insure that space is reserved and set up, supplies are ordered, and programs are communicated appropriately on-campus and beyond.
Communications – Develop electronic flyers for OCRL programming. Develop and implement social media strategy to highlight OCRL’s presence and activities. Website maintenance. Design and send monthly e-newsletter. Coordinate and represent the OCRL at campus tabling events.
Financial - Manage accounts payable for the department. This includes P.O.s, journal entries, independent contractor determination forms, stipend payments, purchasing card reconciliation and other Concur transactions.
Special projects - Provide administrative support for the Center for Faith & Learning Advisory Board and other special committees and projects. Includes serving on committees and task forces in support of the OCRL and the Division of Student Affairs. In addition to providing support for unit awards and recognition events and efforts including event preparation and budget management.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree is required.
Two years work experience is required. Experience in administrative support, office management, communications or event planning is preferred.
Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) is required. Experience with Box is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Candidate must demonstrate excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to interface effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community. Must also possess the ability to communicate effectively in writing, with excellent spelling and grammar skills.
Candidate must possess strong organization, planning and time-management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks. The ability to be flexible and adapt quickly to changing priorities is essential.
Must be strongly focused on details. Candidate must be able to appropriately and accurately handle financial responsibilities.
Candidate must have strong problem-solving skills with the ability to be resourceful, proactive, and seek assistance as needed.
Must be able to work independently as well as a collaboratively with colleagues, students and campus partners.
May require occasional evening work for events.
Physical and Environmental Demands:
Sit for long periods of time
Reach above shoulders
Handle objects (dexterity)
Deadline to Apply:
Priority consideration may be given to submissions received by August 15, 2023
This position is open until filled.
EEO Statement:
SMU will not discriminate in any program or activity on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression. The Executive Director for Access and Equity/Title IX Coordinator is designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies and may be reached at the Perkins Administration Building, Room 204, 6425 Boaz Lane, Dallas, TX 75205, 214-768-3601, accessequity@smu.edu .
Benefits:
SMU offers staff a broad, competitive array of health and related benefit s. In addition to traditional benefits such as health, dental, and vision plans, SMU offers a wide range of wellness programs to help attract, support, and retain our employees whose work continues to make SMU an outstanding education and research institution.
SMU is committed to providing an array of retirement programs that benefit and protect you and your family throughout your working years at SMU and, if you meet SMU's retirement eligibility criteria, during your retirement years after you leave SMU.
The value of learning at SMU isn't just about preparing our students for the future. Employees have access to a wide variety of professional and personal development opportunities , including tuition benefits .
University of San Diego
San Diego, CA, USA
Consumer Protection Policy Center (CPPC) Administrative Director (Attorney Position)
Posting #: 4653
Department Description:
USD School of Law is one of the 84 law schools elected to the Order of the Coif, a national honor society for law school graduates. The law school's faculty is a strong group of outstanding scholars and teachers with national and international reputations and currently ranks in the top 20% (36th out of 204) among U.S. law schools in scholarly impact according to a 2018 study. The school is accredited by the American Bar Association and is a member of the Association of American Law Schools. Founded in 1954, the law school is part of the University of San Diego, a private, independent, Roman Catholic university chartered in 1949.
University Description:
The University of San Diego, a contemporary and engaged https://sandiego-dot-yamm-track.appspot.com/Redirect?ukey=103neS9y275bBlWT_QB28CH7DGgjaxx_6dcdrVI0_0zI-367789587&key=YAMMID-84412560&link=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sandiego.edu%2Fabout%2Fcatholic-identity.php, was founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949. Governed by an independent board of trustees since 1972, USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the https://sandiego-dot-yamm-track.appspot.com/Redirect?ukey=103neS9y275bBlWT_QB28CH7DGgjaxx_6dcdrVI0_0zI-367789587&key=YAMMID-84412560&link=http%3A%2F%2Fcatcher.sandiego.edu%2Fitems%2Fusd%2Finsight-rev-2014.pdf and the pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty. Inspired by this centuries old tradition of Catholic higher education, the University welcomes people of all faith traditions and any, or no, religious background. The future success of USD relies on the contributions of those who seek to foster the development of https://sandiego-dot-yamm-track.appspot.com/Redirect?ukey=103neS9y275bBlWT_QB28CH7DGgjaxx_6dcdrVI0_0zI-367789587&key=YAMMID-84412560&link=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sandiego.edu%2Fchangemaker%2F and an earnest confrontation of https://sandiego-dot-yamm-track.appspot.com/Redirect?ukey=103neS9y275bBlWT_QB28CH7DGgjaxx_6dcdrVI0_0zI-367789587&key=YAMMID-84412560&link=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sandiego.edu%2Fenvisioning-2024%2F.
Detailed Description:
Under general direction of the Executive Director of the Centers for Public Interest Law (CPIL), this position is responsible for policy-related functions of the Consumer Protection Policy Center (CPPC) - formerly the Center for Public interest Law and all of its programs, publications, and grant projects. This position works closely with the Directors of CPPC's two sister organizations at CPIL, the Children's Advocacy Institute (CAI) and the Energy Policy Initiatives Center (EPIC), CPIL's Assistant Director of Public Interest Communications to publicize CPPC's policy-related publications; and with CPIL's Executive Director, who oversees all academic instruction of USD law students at the Centers. Supervises and provides administrative oversight of master and project-specific budget preparation and administration, fundraising (including the preparation of grant proposals for submission to foundations and other grantors, and routing of grant proposal paperwork through University for required approvals), personnel matters, publication promotion, preparation of reports (both narrative and financial) required by the University or CPPC grantors, and special projects/grants awarded to CPPC. Supervises all CPPC staff, including responsibility for performance evaluations.
Provides general support for the academic program. including working with third-year students engaged in individual advocacy or writing projects for the CPPC.
This position interacts regularly with students whose work in the California Regulatory Law and Policy course may be considered for publication in the Center's blog and its journal, the California Regulatory Law Reporter. The Reporter includes updates on the activities of 14 California regulatory agencies, with a focus on their rulemaking activities and legislation and litigation affecting them, thus requiring an understanding of these processes.
This position also includes occasional legislative lobbying on public interest bills or issues, and/or administrative agency advocacy on proposed agency rulemaking, and/or participation in test litigation on public interest issues; it may also include supervision of CPPC's Sacramento-based Policy Advocate, and law students engaged in these advocacy activities.
This position also requires frequent communication and collaboration with CPIL's Assistant Director of Communications regarding CPPC's twitter feed, blog posts, and bi-annual publication of the California Regulator Law Reporter. Incudes frequent updates for CPPC's website and news feed regarding CPPC's news features, policy projects, and student work. Duties and Responsibilities:
• Responsible for effective and efficient administration of CPPC and all of its projects, programs, and publications. • Supervises preparation and oversees administration of master and project-specific budgets for CPPC accounts and shared CPIL accounts. • Supervises CPPC fundraising: this may include the preparation of grant proposals for submission to foundations and other grantors, the hiring and supervision of outside grant writers to prepare grant proposals, the routing of grant proposal paperwork through University for required approvals, and responsibility for ensuring post-award compliance with all grant terms and conditions. • Responsible for handling all CPPC personnel matters, including job description preparation and updating; recruitment, interviewing and hiring new personnel; personnel evaluations; and supervision of CPPC staff. • Responsible for preparation of reports (both narrative and financial) and brochures required by the University or CPPC grantors. • Position includes supervision of third-year students engaged in individual advocacy for CPPC. • Position edits student written work product for publication in the Center's Blog and journal, the California Regulatory Law Reporter. The Reporter includes updates on the activities of 14 California regulatory agencies, with a focus on their rulemaking activities and legislation and litigation affecting them. In conjunction with editing student work, this position also meets with students to review their writing and understanding of the issues they have written about. • This position also requires frequent communication and collaboration with CPIL's Assistant Director of Communications regarding CPPC's twitter feed, blog posts, and bi-annual publication of the California Regulator Law Reporter. • Incudes frequent updates for CPPC's website and news feed regarding CPPC's news features, policy projects, and student work. • Position also includes occasional legislative lobbying on public interest bills or issues, and/or administrative agency advocacy on proposed agency rulemaking, and/or participation in test litigation on public interest issues; it may also include supervision of CPPC's Sacramento-based Policy Advocate and law students engaged in these advocacy activities. • Position serves as an advisor to the Public Interest Law Foundation student organization, particularly annual pledge drive for the Law School's Loan Repayment Assistance Program (LRAP); Serves on selection committee for LRAP recipients; Serves on selection committee for public interest law scholarships.
Special Conditions of Employment:
Effective June 1, 2023, based on CDC guidance, the University strongly encourages all campus members to stay up to date with Influenza and COVID-19 vaccination recommendations. For more regarding information USD's COVID-19 protocols, please visit sandiego.edu/onward.
Background check: Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.
Degree Verification Requirement: Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes.
Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
• J.D. and active membership in good standing in the California Bar (required). • Minimum of 3-5 years of law practice experience focusing on consumer protection/rights /advocacy, and involving extensive legal writing and oral advocacy on consumer protection issues. (required) • Supervisorial / management experience (required). • Public speaking, training/teaching skills; interest in and ability to communicate with law students orally and in writing (required). • Demonstrated excellence in legal writing and editing, with in-depth knowledge of the legislative process and administrative law (including open meetings and public records statutes, quasi-legislative and quasi-adjudicative agency decision-making processes, constitutional and statutory restrictions on the authority of state administrative agencies, etc. (required). • Demonstrated commitment to and knowledge of public interest law and practice (required). • Knowledge of state and federal civil procedure (required). • Ability to work with a minimum of supervision (required).
Preferred Qualifications:
• Litigation background and skills • Ability to draft and edit grant proposals and supervise fundraising • Extensive federal and state court litigation experience
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
• J.D. and active membership in the California Bar
Posting Salary:
$8,333.34 - $9,166.67 per month; Excellent Benefits
The University of San Diego offers a very competitive benefits package including; medical, dental, vision, a retirement contribution given to you by the University, and access to on-campus Fitness Centers. Please visit the benefits section of our website to view all of the perks and benefits that USD has to offer. http://www.sandiego.edu/hr/benefits//
The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.
Special Application Instructions:
Resume and Cover Letter Required
Click Apply Now to complete our online application. In addition, please upload a cover letter and resume to your application profile for the hiring managers’ review. If you have any questions or difficulties please contact the Employment Services Team at 619-260-6806, or email us at jobs@sandiego.edu
Additional Details:
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Closing date: Open until filled
Note: External job postings will be up for at least five days. After that time, applications will be reviewed by the hiring manager/committee throughout the posting period. A candidate may be selected at any time which could then close this posting on a date earlier than listed.
The University of San Diego is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the campus community.
The University of San Diego is a smoking and tobacco-free campus. For more information, visit http://www.sandiego.edu/smokefree
Advertised: July 13, 2023
Applications close: Open until filled
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/4417681
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Full Time
Consumer Protection Policy Center (CPPC) Administrative Director (Attorney Position)
Posting #: 4653
Department Description:
USD School of Law is one of the 84 law schools elected to the Order of the Coif, a national honor society for law school graduates. The law school's faculty is a strong group of outstanding scholars and teachers with national and international reputations and currently ranks in the top 20% (36th out of 204) among U.S. law schools in scholarly impact according to a 2018 study. The school is accredited by the American Bar Association and is a member of the Association of American Law Schools. Founded in 1954, the law school is part of the University of San Diego, a private, independent, Roman Catholic university chartered in 1949.
University Description:
The University of San Diego, a contemporary and engaged https://sandiego-dot-yamm-track.appspot.com/Redirect?ukey=103neS9y275bBlWT_QB28CH7DGgjaxx_6dcdrVI0_0zI-367789587&key=YAMMID-84412560&link=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sandiego.edu%2Fabout%2Fcatholic-identity.php, was founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949. Governed by an independent board of trustees since 1972, USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the https://sandiego-dot-yamm-track.appspot.com/Redirect?ukey=103neS9y275bBlWT_QB28CH7DGgjaxx_6dcdrVI0_0zI-367789587&key=YAMMID-84412560&link=http%3A%2F%2Fcatcher.sandiego.edu%2Fitems%2Fusd%2Finsight-rev-2014.pdf and the pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty. Inspired by this centuries old tradition of Catholic higher education, the University welcomes people of all faith traditions and any, or no, religious background. The future success of USD relies on the contributions of those who seek to foster the development of https://sandiego-dot-yamm-track.appspot.com/Redirect?ukey=103neS9y275bBlWT_QB28CH7DGgjaxx_6dcdrVI0_0zI-367789587&key=YAMMID-84412560&link=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sandiego.edu%2Fchangemaker%2F and an earnest confrontation of https://sandiego-dot-yamm-track.appspot.com/Redirect?ukey=103neS9y275bBlWT_QB28CH7DGgjaxx_6dcdrVI0_0zI-367789587&key=YAMMID-84412560&link=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sandiego.edu%2Fenvisioning-2024%2F.
Detailed Description:
Under general direction of the Executive Director of the Centers for Public Interest Law (CPIL), this position is responsible for policy-related functions of the Consumer Protection Policy Center (CPPC) - formerly the Center for Public interest Law and all of its programs, publications, and grant projects. This position works closely with the Directors of CPPC's two sister organizations at CPIL, the Children's Advocacy Institute (CAI) and the Energy Policy Initiatives Center (EPIC), CPIL's Assistant Director of Public Interest Communications to publicize CPPC's policy-related publications; and with CPIL's Executive Director, who oversees all academic instruction of USD law students at the Centers. Supervises and provides administrative oversight of master and project-specific budget preparation and administration, fundraising (including the preparation of grant proposals for submission to foundations and other grantors, and routing of grant proposal paperwork through University for required approvals), personnel matters, publication promotion, preparation of reports (both narrative and financial) required by the University or CPPC grantors, and special projects/grants awarded to CPPC. Supervises all CPPC staff, including responsibility for performance evaluations.
Provides general support for the academic program. including working with third-year students engaged in individual advocacy or writing projects for the CPPC.
This position interacts regularly with students whose work in the California Regulatory Law and Policy course may be considered for publication in the Center's blog and its journal, the California Regulatory Law Reporter. The Reporter includes updates on the activities of 14 California regulatory agencies, with a focus on their rulemaking activities and legislation and litigation affecting them, thus requiring an understanding of these processes.
This position also includes occasional legislative lobbying on public interest bills or issues, and/or administrative agency advocacy on proposed agency rulemaking, and/or participation in test litigation on public interest issues; it may also include supervision of CPPC's Sacramento-based Policy Advocate, and law students engaged in these advocacy activities.
This position also requires frequent communication and collaboration with CPIL's Assistant Director of Communications regarding CPPC's twitter feed, blog posts, and bi-annual publication of the California Regulator Law Reporter. Incudes frequent updates for CPPC's website and news feed regarding CPPC's news features, policy projects, and student work. Duties and Responsibilities:
• Responsible for effective and efficient administration of CPPC and all of its projects, programs, and publications. • Supervises preparation and oversees administration of master and project-specific budgets for CPPC accounts and shared CPIL accounts. • Supervises CPPC fundraising: this may include the preparation of grant proposals for submission to foundations and other grantors, the hiring and supervision of outside grant writers to prepare grant proposals, the routing of grant proposal paperwork through University for required approvals, and responsibility for ensuring post-award compliance with all grant terms and conditions. • Responsible for handling all CPPC personnel matters, including job description preparation and updating; recruitment, interviewing and hiring new personnel; personnel evaluations; and supervision of CPPC staff. • Responsible for preparation of reports (both narrative and financial) and brochures required by the University or CPPC grantors. • Position includes supervision of third-year students engaged in individual advocacy for CPPC. • Position edits student written work product for publication in the Center's Blog and journal, the California Regulatory Law Reporter. The Reporter includes updates on the activities of 14 California regulatory agencies, with a focus on their rulemaking activities and legislation and litigation affecting them. In conjunction with editing student work, this position also meets with students to review their writing and understanding of the issues they have written about. • This position also requires frequent communication and collaboration with CPIL's Assistant Director of Communications regarding CPPC's twitter feed, blog posts, and bi-annual publication of the California Regulator Law Reporter. • Incudes frequent updates for CPPC's website and news feed regarding CPPC's news features, policy projects, and student work. • Position also includes occasional legislative lobbying on public interest bills or issues, and/or administrative agency advocacy on proposed agency rulemaking, and/or participation in test litigation on public interest issues; it may also include supervision of CPPC's Sacramento-based Policy Advocate and law students engaged in these advocacy activities. • Position serves as an advisor to the Public Interest Law Foundation student organization, particularly annual pledge drive for the Law School's Loan Repayment Assistance Program (LRAP); Serves on selection committee for LRAP recipients; Serves on selection committee for public interest law scholarships.
Special Conditions of Employment:
Effective June 1, 2023, based on CDC guidance, the University strongly encourages all campus members to stay up to date with Influenza and COVID-19 vaccination recommendations. For more regarding information USD's COVID-19 protocols, please visit sandiego.edu/onward.
Background check: Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.
Degree Verification Requirement: Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes.
Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
• J.D. and active membership in good standing in the California Bar (required). • Minimum of 3-5 years of law practice experience focusing on consumer protection/rights /advocacy, and involving extensive legal writing and oral advocacy on consumer protection issues. (required) • Supervisorial / management experience (required). • Public speaking, training/teaching skills; interest in and ability to communicate with law students orally and in writing (required). • Demonstrated excellence in legal writing and editing, with in-depth knowledge of the legislative process and administrative law (including open meetings and public records statutes, quasi-legislative and quasi-adjudicative agency decision-making processes, constitutional and statutory restrictions on the authority of state administrative agencies, etc. (required). • Demonstrated commitment to and knowledge of public interest law and practice (required). • Knowledge of state and federal civil procedure (required). • Ability to work with a minimum of supervision (required).
Preferred Qualifications:
• Litigation background and skills • Ability to draft and edit grant proposals and supervise fundraising • Extensive federal and state court litigation experience
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
• J.D. and active membership in the California Bar
Posting Salary:
$8,333.34 - $9,166.67 per month; Excellent Benefits
The University of San Diego offers a very competitive benefits package including; medical, dental, vision, a retirement contribution given to you by the University, and access to on-campus Fitness Centers. Please visit the benefits section of our website to view all of the perks and benefits that USD has to offer. http://www.sandiego.edu/hr/benefits//
The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.
Special Application Instructions:
Resume and Cover Letter Required
Click Apply Now to complete our online application. In addition, please upload a cover letter and resume to your application profile for the hiring managers’ review. If you have any questions or difficulties please contact the Employment Services Team at 619-260-6806, or email us at jobs@sandiego.edu
Additional Details:
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Closing date: Open until filled
Note: External job postings will be up for at least five days. After that time, applications will be reviewed by the hiring manager/committee throughout the posting period. A candidate may be selected at any time which could then close this posting on a date earlier than listed.
The University of San Diego is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the campus community.
The University of San Diego is a smoking and tobacco-free campus. For more information, visit http://www.sandiego.edu/smokefree
Advertised: July 13, 2023
Applications close: Open until filled
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/4417681
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