Greenberg Traurig, a global law firm, currently has an excellent full-time employment opportunity for a CLE Coordinator to join the Professional Development Department. We offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package.
Position Summary:
The Professional Development CLE Coordinator is an integral member of our Professional Development team. Reporting to the Professional Development CLE Manager responsible for firmwide CLE compliance and administration, this position will be a firmwide resource and will coordinate all aspects of the Greenberg Traurig CLE programming. This position is responsible for supporting the administration of the Firm’s accredited provider status for all CLE programs, as well as supporting the department in successfully executing its overall strategy. This position can be based in our Atlanta, Austin, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Fort Lauderdale, Houston, Las Vegas, Miami, Minneapolis, Northern Virginia, Orlando, Philadelphia, or Washington, D.C. office with a hybrid of remote and in-office work as needed. This position may require overtime as needed.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Coordinate GT’s CLE function: prepare and submit CLE applications (internal and client-facing) to multiple jurisdictions; track and verify course attendance for CLE, prepare and distribute CLE certificates of attendance; report attendance for CLE programming to multiple jurisdictions; manage and oversee the attorney CLE tracking database and eLibrary (Micron CE Manager); and data entry of third-party certificates
Serve as primary point of contact for internal and client-facing CLE programming
Monitor and respond to department emails and inbox for CLE related inquiries
Provide CLE programming guidance and respond to program requests and questions from GT attorneys, staff and clients
Maintain GT’s accredited CLE provider status through record-keeping and reporting in compliance with the rules of those jurisdictions and seek accredited provider status in other jurisdictions as appropriate for firm needs
Compile CLE program summary reports for various state CLE boards on an annual basis for CLE compliance and accredited provider renewals
Stay up-to-date on CLE rule changes, trends and related developments in all relevant jurisdictions; communicate updates to the Professional Development Manager
Interpret and understand state CLE regulations
Develop effective working relationships with CLE regulators in relevant jurisdictions
Regularly evaluate CLE procedures, processes, and workflows; recommend and execute changes as appropriate
Coordinate logistical details necessary for firmwide CLE training programs including practice group trainings, Professional Development initiatives and other firm sponsored training programs including Litigation Skills Academy and Associate Conferences
Track and analyze CLE programming metrics; provide recommendations for improvement as needed
Update and maintain attorneys’ profiles, license information, and CLE records in Micron CE Manager
Monitor weekly new hire/termination reports from HRIS and update records accordingly
Run monthly report to check compliance deadlines for attorneys licensed in jurisdictions where we track compliance and work with Regional Professional Development Managers to ensure CLE reporting notifications are being sent
Collaborate with Professional Development CLE Manager to effectively brand and promote the firm’s CLE initiatives
Work with Professional Development CLE Manager to maintain and grow on-demand CLE eLibrary for GT attorneys and clients
Update and maintain content related to CLE on firm intranet
Train employees on how to use Micron CE Manager, as needed
Educate lawyers and relevant staff on CLE rules, program accreditation requirements, and compliance requirements through various methods including guides, emails, and conversations
Support developing, communicating, and organizing CLE training and development resources
Support additional initiatives, programs, and communications that promote attorney development
Assume other responsibilities as needed to support the Professional Development team
Skills & Competencies:
Extraordinary attention to detail, accuracy, precision, and follow-up
Exceptional organizational and planning skills, time management skills, written and oral communication skills (including active listening and ability to convey information clearly) and interpersonal skills
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of the organization and collaborate well in a team
Provides outstanding client service and is proactive in helping others
Strong commitment to teamwork and thrives working with others on a collaborative team
Highly motivated, personable, and enthusiastic self-starter with a strong work ethic
Escalate risks and issues appropriately and when necessary
Ability to maintain composure, positive outlook, and professionalism
Ability to follow instructions accurately and proactively keep others informed of progress
Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines, adapt to a fast-paced, high pressure environment to achieve business goals and objectives
Must maintain strict confidentiality in all matters
Qualifications & Prior Experience:
Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college/university required
3+ years’ experience with a law firm, law school, bar association, or CLE provider strongly preferred
Knowledge of CLE rules and regulations in multiple jurisdictions strongly preferred
Proficiency with Micron CE Manager a plus
Exceptional computer skills with the ability to learn new software applications quickly; proven competency in software applications and technical skills, including MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) with the ability to learn new software (e.g. various state board internet-based application systems)
Willingness and ability to understand/learn general premise of state CLE rules and practices preferred
Greenberg Traurig is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Greenberg Traurig are considered without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, age, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, among other protected bases.
In support of our commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace, GT participates in the Mansfield Rule Certification Program. The program, which is administered by The Diversity Lab, seeks to increase diversity representation in the legal profession and within law firm leadership roles. In 2019, GT achieved Mansfield 3.0 Certification, and in 2020, we achieved an even higher standard: Mansfield 4.0 Certification Plus. GT is currently participating in the Mansfield Rule 5.0 Certification Program. Providing your data during the application process helps us with achieving that goal and with meeting reporting/record-keeping obligations under federal and state law and other legal requirements.
Greenberg Traurig, LLP (GT) has 2200 lawyers in 40 locations in the United States, Latin America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. GT has been recognized for its philanthropic giving, diversity, and innovation, and is consistently among the largest firms in the U.S. on the Law360 400 and among the Top 20 on the Am Law Global 100. Web: http://www.gtlaw.com Twitter: @GT_Law.
