What are the responsibilities and job description for the Program Coordinator position at University of California, College of the Law, San Francisco (formerly UC Hastings)?
PROGRAM COORDINATOR
CENTER FOR BUSINESS LAW
Classification: Level 2 / Class Code 2050 / Exempt / Part-Time / Benefitted / Represented
Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $35,000-$41,375 annually commensurate with experience
Remote Work: It is expected that the Program Coordinator (“Coordinator”) will primarily work remotely but must be available for periodic on-campus events.
Term: The position will start as soon as possible and will end June 30, 2026
The Role & Responsibilities
UC Law SF seeks a highly motived Program Coordinator (“Coordinator”) to support all facets of the work of the Center for Business Law (“CBL”), which convenes leading scholars, business leaders, practitioners, regulators and students to advance the study and practice of business law. The Coordinator will report to the CBL Faculty Director and Executive Director. The Coordinator will be responsible for a broad range of programmatic and administrative tasks, including event planning and execution, project management, internal and external communications (including social media), budget management, donor cultivation, and engagement with CBL participants and stakeholders. The Coordinator will help manage key initiatives such as the VC‑Backed Board Academy, the CBL Scholarship Program, CBL Roundtables, and other events for students and professionals. Sample responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of relevant professional experience, particularly in project management, communications, and social media. A strong academic background and demonstrated interest in business law are a plus. This role is well suited for a recent graduate interested in legal careers, especially those considering law school.
Requirements
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Health and Welfare Benefits
Please note: This position has been designated as “sensitive” and requires a pre-employment background check.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact Human Resources if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
What To Expect
Applicants who meet the position requirements will be competitively evaluated to identify the individuals whose breadth and depth of experience and education most closely relate to the stated requirements and the needs of the College. Not all applicants will be contacted for an interview.
The skills listed above are comprehensive, and we understand there are great candidates who possess only a subset of those skills, or who have other important skills. If you match some of these skills, please do not hesitate to apply.
UC Law SF is an equal opportunity employer. UC Law SF strives to provide a diverse and inclusive educational environment that fosters cultural awareness, mutual understanding and respect. UC Law SF is interested in candidates who will contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching. Qualified women and members of underrepresented minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
CENTER FOR BUSINESS LAW
Classification: Level 2 / Class Code 2050 / Exempt / Part-Time / Benefitted / Represented
Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $35,000-$41,375 annually commensurate with experience
Remote Work: It is expected that the Program Coordinator (“Coordinator”) will primarily work remotely but must be available for periodic on-campus events.
Term: The position will start as soon as possible and will end June 30, 2026
The Role & Responsibilities
UC Law SF seeks a highly motived Program Coordinator (“Coordinator”) to support all facets of the work of the Center for Business Law (“CBL”), which convenes leading scholars, business leaders, practitioners, regulators and students to advance the study and practice of business law. The Coordinator will report to the CBL Faculty Director and Executive Director. The Coordinator will be responsible for a broad range of programmatic and administrative tasks, including event planning and execution, project management, internal and external communications (including social media), budget management, donor cultivation, and engagement with CBL participants and stakeholders. The Coordinator will help manage key initiatives such as the VC‑Backed Board Academy, the CBL Scholarship Program, CBL Roundtables, and other events for students and professionals. Sample responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Plan and coordinate events, including venue booking, catering, travel. arrangements, materials preparation, budget management, and post-event follow-up.
- Help manage all programs the center organizes or sponsors.
- Coordinate student workers or fellows or fellowship programs.
- Draft and manage content for social media and maintain the CBL website.
- Serve as a liaison with other departments and administrative offices across the College.
- Attend regular meetings with the CBL Faculty Director and Executive Director.
- Support communications with the CBL Advisory Board and other stakeholders.
- Assist with alumni and donor engagement and cultivation.
- Assist with other third-party funding efforts.
The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of relevant professional experience, particularly in project management, communications, and social media. A strong academic background and demonstrated interest in business law are a plus. This role is well suited for a recent graduate interested in legal careers, especially those considering law school.
Requirements
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree (BA or BS).
- 1–2 years of relevant experience or strong demonstrated interest in business law.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Self-starter with excellent organizational skills.
- Strong oral and written communication abilities.
- Professionalism and interpersonal effectiveness.
- Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects.
- Event planning experience.
- Familiarity with social media marketing and outreach.
- Proficiency in Office 365, Zoom, and event/website management platforms (e.g., RegFox, RegFlow, WordPress).
- Experience in law firm, business, or professional services environments.
Health and Welfare Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance coverage
- Flexible Spending Accounts for transportation-related, healthcare and dependent care expenses
- Employee Assistance Program
- Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, and Legal Insurance
- University of California Retirement Plan (a defined benefit plan)
- Deferred Compensation Plans/Pre-tax Retirement Savings Programs
- Fifteen paid holidays per year
- Generous vacation and sick leave
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Participation in the intellectual life of the nation’s only free-standing public law school.
- Exposure to the legal and business communities.
- Opportunities to build a professional network.
- Substantive involvement in event planning and execution.
- Writing and communications responsibilities.
Please note: This position has been designated as “sensitive” and requires a pre-employment background check.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact Human Resources if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
What To Expect
Applicants who meet the position requirements will be competitively evaluated to identify the individuals whose breadth and depth of experience and education most closely relate to the stated requirements and the needs of the College. Not all applicants will be contacted for an interview.
The skills listed above are comprehensive, and we understand there are great candidates who possess only a subset of those skills, or who have other important skills. If you match some of these skills, please do not hesitate to apply.
UC Law SF is an equal opportunity employer. UC Law SF strives to provide a diverse and inclusive educational environment that fosters cultural awareness, mutual understanding and respect. UC Law SF is interested in candidates who will contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching. Qualified women and members of underrepresented minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Salary : $35,000 - $41,375
