"Paralegal Program Director"

Professional and Continuing Education (PACE) administers the Paralegal Program for Strategic Programs through Academic Affairs at Oakland University. PACE provides administrative, clerical and operational support for the educational courses in the Paralegal Program. The Paralegal Program prepares students to become Paralegals. Recognizing the need for additional expertise and assistance in the conduct of the Paralegal Program, PACE seeks to retain the services of a Paralegal Program Director to work with the PACE Executive Director.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Paralegal, Business, Education, Political Science, or Liberal Arts or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• A minimum of two (2) years experience in program management, budgeting, management and compliance and in a legal field.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.

Desired Qualifications:

• Holds or has held a Paralegal Certificate from an ABA accredited program or has a JD.
• 2-3 years development experience in higher education.
• 1-2 years student recruitment experience.
• Teaching experience in a higher education environment.
• Experience with higher learning registration.
• Experience with teaching online.

About Oakland University: Oakland University is a nationally recognized doctoral university of high research activity located on 1,443 acres of scenic land in the cities of Rochester Hills and Auburn Hills in Oakland County, Michigan. The University has 142 bachelor’s degree programs and 138 graduate degree and certificate programs. Academics include programs in the College of Arts and Sciences, School of Business Administration, School of Education and Human Services, School of Engineering and Computer Science, School of Health Sciences, School of Medicine and School of Nursing. As an anchor institution in southeastern Michigan, Oakland University is committed to building ongoing and collaborative relationships with the surrounding communities. Community and civic engagement enhances the lives of our students and has a positive impact on our broader community.