Program Coordinator, Institute for Energy and the Environment

~ Vermont Law School (VLS) is a private, American Bar Association-accredited law school located along the banks of the beautiful White River in central South Royalton, VT. ~

The Law School offers the nation's premier environmental law program, and it is currently ranked #1 in Environmental Law by U.S. News and World Report (no lower than #2 since rankings began in 1991). The school offers several degrees, including Juris Doctor, Master of Laws (LL.M) in Environmental Law, Master of Environmental Law, Master of Laws in Energy Law, as well as dual degrees with a diverse range of institutions, including the University of Cambridge, the Yale School of Forestry and Environmental Studies, the Thunderbird School of Global Management, and the University of Vermont, offering more courses in the field than any other law school in the country.

Vermont Law School is distinguished by the character of the students, faculty, and staff who have chosen to learn, teach and work here. From its founding, VLS has consistently drawn individuals from across the country and the world with a passion for public service, a concern for justice, and an interest in pursuing legal education as a means to make a difference in the world. It is not surprising that Vermont Law School has risen to the top as a place to study environmental law and a place to work.

Position Overview

The Institute for Energy and the Environment (IEE) is a national and world energy policy resource with an advanced energy law and policy curriculum focused on the energy policy of the future. The Institute serves as a center for graduate research on energy issues with an environmental awareness with a strong commitment toward mentoring its student members while educating them and the world about energy systems' effects on the planet.

The IEE seeks a Program Coordinator to work on and support all of the IEE's core functions: maintaining relationships with other VLS departments; assisting students before and after their arrival at VLS; facilitating the smooth operation of the energy program, including the research associate program and the energy clinic; and facilitating relationships with external organizations and constituencies.

Responsibilities

• Embrace, support and contribute to the mission of the IEE and VLS.
• Coordinate and support all operations of the Institute for Energy and the Environment.
• Support the planning and organizing of IEE events.
• Perform administrative tasks, including tracking the program budget; record keeping; maintaining the filing system; providing support to faculty and fellows in Eaton House.
• Write first drafts of IEE annual reports, reports to faculty and trustees, press releases, and communication with grant foundations.
• Proofread final reports and communications.
• Assist with grant management and reporting.
• Collaborate and represent the IEE with other departments and programs within the ELC and law school, with current and prospective students, to partner organizations, and visiting faculty and scholars.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the Director.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree plus minimum 2-4 years relevant work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Highly organized.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to take on projects with minimal supervision and track and meet deadlines.
• Good writing, grammar, and editing skills.
• Ability to work well with a diverse group of people (including staff, faculty, students, and the public) in a variety of situations and as part of a team.
• An interest in environmental and energy issues, as well as a familiarity with an academic setting.

~ Vermont Law School is dedicated to building a diverse staff, and it strongly encourages candidates of color, women, veterans, and members of other underrepresented groups to apply. ~