Program Director – Georgetown University Law Center

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

Requirements

Tradition. Innovation. A superb faculty. Hundreds of course offerings — and all of this just steps away from the Capitol and Supreme Court. Georgetown Law is an exceptional institution in an enviable location. Students come here from all over the world to study international or tax law, environmental or health care law (just a few of our specialties). They come here for our top-ranked clinics. Most of all, they come because this is the place where theory and practice meet. At Georgetown, students learn the law in the place where laws are made.

The Program Director will provide strategic management for CENTER – effectuate CENTER’s programmatic work, conferences, and special events and assist with external relations and advancement and fundraising efforts. The incumbent will coordinate student-led programs, including student support for research. The Program Director is primarily charged with supporting the CENTER’s mission by managing and executing work streams led by the Faculty Directors and coordinating projects and events for the organization. Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assist with outreach with organizations, non-profits, think tanks, and Georgetown University Departments as necessary to advance CENTER’s programmatic work, helping to position it as a prominent thought leader amongst Washington DC’s think tanks and multilateral institutions in the trade and development arena.
• Coordinate the administration of CENTER events, programs, policies, and procedures, assisting with the department’s financial and budgetary transactions, fundraising, office management, event and communications initiatives, including its social media presence.
• Communicate with CENTER Advisory Council and Faculty affiliates, experts and partners, global/transnational faculty, colleagues at the Law and main campus, current and prospective students, universities, and other academic and research organizations around the world.
• Effectuate CENTER roundtables, conferences, and special events, assisting with external relations and advancement efforts.

Work Interactions

The Program Director reports to the Faculty Directors and will also coordinate with IIEL and other university staff involved with Centers & Institutes. The Program Director will supervise the Program Manager. This position will promote and execute CENTER programs on campus and elsewhere, fulfilling a critical operational need, given that administrative and programmatic support is critical to the smooth functioning of all CENTER programs and activities

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, and 5-7 years of experience, each year of work experience may be substituted for each year of education
• A strong interest in the U.S. Constitution and constitutional theory
• The ability to develop new program ideas and engage analytically and critically with CENTER’s areas of research and programming
• A strong ability to work collaboratively on a team
• Highly developed writing skills and ability to synthesize disparate information into carefully crafted written work product
• Attention to detail with experience in program management and events management (virtual, in person, and hybrid)
• Effective team player with strong problem-solving, leadership and motivational skills
• Excellent communication skills (interpersonal, written and verbal, social media, website postings)
• Ability and flexibility to work mornings and evenings as needed for events

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference will be given to applicants who have been admitted to Georgetown University Law Center and are willing to transfer to the evening program
• Experience as a supervisor
• A track record of effectiveness in development, staff training, and participatory leadership development
• Experience developing programs
• Communications and social media experience
• Experience developing budgets and assisting in fundraising initiatives
• Experience negotiating contracts with hotels, caterers, and other vendors for events

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

Pay Range:

The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is:

$66,783.00 – $126,720.23

Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors.

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EEO Statement:

Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.

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