Job Description

Salary Range:

$25.65 - $30.77 per hour

About SMU

SMU\xe2\x80\x99s more than 12,000 diverse, high-achieving students come from all 50 states and 90 countries to take advantage of the University\xe2\x80\x99s 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 \xe2\x80\x93 from teaching, learning and research to creativity, performance and athletic endeavor.

About the Position:

The successful candidate will provide support, including administrative and clerical support, to staff attorneys in the Office of Legal Affairs and the Office of the University Secretary.

This is an on-campus role; however, work hours are flexible and consideration will be given to candidates who prefer revised schedule or reduced hours (ex. 8:30am \xe2\x80\x93 3:00pm.)

Essential Functions:

• Administrative and clerical support to staff attorneys in the Office of Legal Affairs and the Office of the Secretary: answer phones, handle calendar; draft letters; organize and maintain time matters database files; prepare reports and analyses of time matters information; develop internal procedures for managing recurring events and/or issues and train and assist other staff members in implement
• Transactional support and other legal assistance: draft corporate resolutions; manage real estate/finance closing, maintain corporate records & patent & litigation files; assist in responding to discovery & agency investigation requests; perform basic legal research & preliminary analysis of issues; secure evidence/documentation; draft memos, letters, contracts & pleadings/responses.
• General front desk duties; answer phones, process mail, greet visitors.
• Assist Executive Assistant to the Vice President with office management duties, e.g., accounts payable, ordering supplies for OLA, prepare reports, etc. as necessary.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Bachelor\'s degree is preferred, but not required. A minimum of five years administrative support, legal assistant or paralegal work experience in a law office is required.

Notary public licensing in Texas is preferred.

Law office real estate experience is a plus. Experience working in an in-house law office, especially in a university or higher educational setting is desirable.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Candidate must demonstrate strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with a wide range of constituencies.

Must possess strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and constituents concurrently.

A strong focus on attention to detail is essential.

Candidate must be self-started with the ability to work independently on confidential matters with minimal supervision and collaboratively within a team environment.

Must also possess strong problem-solving skills with the ability to re resourceful, proactive and seek assistance as needed.

Physical and Environmental Demands:

• Sit for long periods of time
• Bend, kneel
• Carry/lift 25 lbs.

Deadline to Apply:

Priority consideration will be given to those who apply by July 12, 2023.

Position 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, .

Benefits:

SMU offers staff a broad, competitive array of s. In addition to traditional benefits such as health, dental, and vision plans, SMU offers a wide range of 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 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 , including

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