at University of Vermont in Burlington, Vermont, United States
Job Description
Special Assistant for Legal Operations
Posting Summary
The Special Assistant for Legal Operations will manage the day-to-day oversight of the administrative and operational responsibilities of the Office of General Counsel. Handle confidential materials and information. Manage the office's budget, including planning, tracking, and analyzing legal expenses. Manage the business operations of the outside counsel, such as expenses, drafting correspondence and documents and ensuring compliance with outside counsel guidelines. Interact with campus stakeholders and conduct initial needs assessments. Provide executive level support for the Vice President for Legal Affairs and General Counsel. Provide similar high-level support for legal staff including four additional attorneys and a paralegal, including calendar and meeting management. Implement and manage legal technical solutions such as contract and document management systems.
Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
Bachelor's degree with at least five years of related experience. Experience in a law firm or in-house legal office, with prior experience managing business operations. Experience in supporting department technology and software. Experience managing a budget. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Effective oral and written communications skills and analytical skills. Ability to work independently in identifying and resolving issues, concerns and problems. Experience troubleshooting. Meticulous attention to detail. Understanding of the criticality of maintaining absolute confidentiality of all matters.
Desirable Qualifications
Desirable: Project management experience.
Anticipated Pay Range
$30 to $33 per hour
Other Information
Special Conditions
A probationary period may be required, Background Check required for this position
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Union Position
No
Job Location
Burlington, Vermont, United States
Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)
9/13/2026
Open Until Filled
No
Department
VP Legal Affrs & Gen Counsel/10300
Standard Hours at 1.0 FTE
37.5
Term (months per year)
12
For full job description and to apply, visit https://www.uvmjobs.com/postings/86882
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