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Senior Program Coordinator, Advocacy Program

American University, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022

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Senior Program Coordinator Washington, DC

Organizing Unit American University Washington College of Law

Job Summary The Senior Program Coordinator provides and oversees the logistical and administrative support for the Stephen S. Weinstein Advocacy Program. The role includes oversight of approximately 50 adjunct faculty members and student support services for all students affiliated with the program, including LLM students, Mock Trial Honor Society, Moot Court Honor Society, Alternative Dispute Resolution, independent study students, and students in Advocacy Program courses.

Essential Functions

Office Management

– Serve as the first point of contact for adjunct faculty and law students, coordinate scheduling, enrollment, syllabi, and course materials, ensure compliance with ABA requirements, manage the program’s social media accounts and website, and implement new initiatives as directed by the Program.

Financial Management

– Reconcile GL monthly expenses, manage office credit card accounts, handle budget management, and coordinate payment for competition and adjunct faculty coaches.

Competition Team Coordination

– Plan logistics for major events, including annual mock trial competitions, and recruit local attorneys, judges, and jurors.

Final Assessment Coordination

– Manage administrative aspects of final examination trials, including coordinating jurors, logistical arrangements, notifications, and faculty management.

Ancillary Program Coordination

– Support the administrative and logistical implementation of LL.M., summer and ancillary programs, including marketing, budgeting, faculty, and logistical coordination.

Supervisory Responsibility The incumbent may supervise student employees (dean’s fellows).

Competencies

Prioritizing and Organizing

Serving Customers

Displaying Creativity

Making Accurate Judgments and Decisions

Leading and Inspiring People

Supporting Coworkers

Evaluating and Implementing Ideas

Driving Continuous Improvement

Position Type and Hours Full‑time, 35 hours per week.

Salary Range $29.09 – $33.96 per hour.

Required Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.

2–4 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree.

5–8 years of relevant experience in administration, planning and logistical support.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Minimum 3 years of administrative/logistical experience in an office setting.

Proficiency using Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.

Other Duties

Job duties may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits American University offers a competitive benefits package including a 200% matching retirement plan, tuition benefits for full‑time staff and their families, several leadership development certificates, and has been recognized by the American Heart Association as a fit‑friendly worksite.

Other Details

Hiring offers are contingent on a successful background check.

Employees must deliver services from DC, MD, or VA, or perform work on‑site at the university.

American University is an E‑Verify employer.

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Contact For more information or assistance, email

theworkline@american.edu .

American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information, or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively "Protected Bases") in its programs and activities.

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