Lawyers Club Program Manager

Job Summary

Department Summary:

The University of Michigan Lawyers Club is a 501C3 with a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Michigan Housing and the University of Michigan. It serves as a residence for law students, an event and gathering space for the legal education community, and supports Michigan Law students, faculty, alumni, and guests. The Lawyers Club includes residential spaces with contract holders, guestrooms for overnight guests, and a dining facility. The Club collaborates with various law school departments, including admissions, development and alumni relations, faculty teaching, student life, and the first-year program.

Position Summary

The Lawyers Club Program Manager oversees the administrative, engagement, and resident support functions of the Lawyers Club in coordination with the Assistant Director for Academic Initiatives. They provide a supportive residential living environment to law students and align their work with Michigan Housing policies and the American Bar Association's specifications. The position plays a crucial role in creating and sustaining diverse learning-centered residential communities that enhance the residential experience.

Responsibilities

• Program Coordination and Implementation - 40%
• Lead residence operations and implement programmatic opportunities in a way that creates and maintains a positive learner-centered community embracing Residence Education's Community Development Model, and Restorative Practices.
• Communicate and promote University policy and procedures, including the Community Living at Michigan (CLAM) and the Housing Student Conflict Resolution process.
• Support student learning through the student conduct and conflict resolution process.
• Cookordinate efforts of services within the residence, including functional link with facilities and room reservations, dining and catering services, maintenance, academic partners, etc.
• Provide community-related newsletters and semester reporting content.
• Student Staff Supervision and Support - 40%
• Directly supervise 4 student Resident Advisors.
• Support and refer law students seeking assistance with interpersonal, adjustment, and other issues to Law School Student Life and campus resources. Educate, advise, and refer students concerning Housing and Law School policies and procedures.
• Develop and facilitate trainings and team meetings for Resident Advisors. Lead Community Center/Desk Assistant staff meetings in the absence of the Administrative Assistant.
• Manage the student staff selection processes related to these student positions in collaboration with the Assistant Director for Student Staff Selection and Training in Residence Education.
• Serve as a resource in facilitating community engagement opportunities.
• Administrative and Management - 20%
• Support the Assistant Director of Academic Initiatives in preparing reports to submit to the Board of Governors for their planning purposes.
• Aid in coordinating ongoing communication via print and website updates.
• Responsible for Programming & Training operational budget.
• Collaborate with University of Michigan Law School and campus partners to facilitate events hosted in the Lawyers Club.

Required Qualifications

• A Master's degree in Higher Education, College Student Personnel, Educational Administration, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2 years of supervisory experience in a student environment.
• Experience facilitating conversations around topics of learning, difference, and inclusion.
• Event planning and coordination experience with demonstrated organizational and administrative skills, including the associated computer and technology skills.
• Work Authorization: Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience working with graduate and professional students.
• Familiarity with Sessions@Michigan, Happening@Michigan, & CampusLabs or equivalent systems.
• Experience utilizing integrative learning models.
• Interpersonal communication skills with diverse student and staff positions with an understanding of and experience in community development.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment.

Additional Information

• This role may have reporting obligations under Title IX and Clery.
• Authorization to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment and applicants for this position will not be sponsored for work visas.
• Selected candidates whose start date is 4/1/2026 or after, will not be eligible for the university FY26-27 salary/merit plan unless otherwise notified.
• Salary may vary depending on qualifications, experience, and education of the selected candidate.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.