Senior Manager, Programs – Environmental Justice Clinic

About the role

The University of Miami School of Law seeks a Senior Manager to lead the Environmental Justice Clinic. The role blends community outreach, paralegal case management, student mentorship, and administrative oversight to support equitable environmental advocacy in South Florida.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate community outreach, attend partner meetings, and maintain detailed records of interactions.
• Conduct client intake, manage case files, draft and file legal documents, and ensure compliance with court rules.
• Provide administrative support to student teams, track hours, and organize enrichment events.
• Oversee communications, including social‑media coordination, newsletter design, and website updates.
• Plan and execute staff meetings, events, and logistics for guest speakers.
• Prepare monthly budget reports, process reimbursements, manage grant proposals, and track funding.
• Lead recruitment efforts, schedule interviews, and support offer and onboarding processes.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and a paralegal certification.
• Minimum five years of relevant experience in legal or program management.
• Strong written and verbal communication, attention to detail, and ability to handle confidential information.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively, and to lead and train others.
• Commitment to the university’s core values and to equitable environmental outcomes.

Required skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience using Box for document storage and sharing.
• Familiarity with Workday for reimbursements and payments.
• Knowledge of SharePoint for file management.
• Advanced Excel skills for budgeting and reporting.