[Remote] Program Manager, MORCA-Georgetown Paralegal Program - Georgetown University

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Georgetown University is a higher education institution committed to rigorous academic programs, social justice, and making a difference in the world. The Program Manager will lead the daily operations of the MORCA-Georgetown University Paralegal Program, coordinating with university departments and public and private partners to deliver the 20-week program, support participants, arrange paid placements, manage events and funding, and evaluate program outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily support for the Paralegal Program, and coordinate closely with DOES, MORCA, and SCS to deliver the program
• Help to create calendars/schedules for the program, generate and process MOUs with our partners, help recruit law firms and other organizations to provide paid placements for the program participants, work with PJI and SCS staff to deliver the 20-week program in person, ensure participants are paid, and process emergency assistance funding requests
• Plan and execute events related to the program, including securing and paying fees for speakers and other guests
• Coordinate with alumni of the program to deliver mentoring and tutoring services to the new cohort of students
• Engage in evaluation of the program during and following each cohort and contribute to future planning discussions internally and with program partners
• Take the lead on the daily operations of the Paralegal Program, with little to no supervision expected on most tasks

Skills

• Associates Degree required
• 3-5 years of work experience
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and execute
• Critical attention to detail
• Self-directed, independent decision-making abilities
• Outstanding interpersonal and networking skills
• Creativity in providing value-add solutions within the parameters of the budget
• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Experience working with returning citizens
• Experience working in Higher Education/Academic Programs

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
• Retirement savings
• Tuition assistance
• Work-life balance benefits
• Employee discounts
• An array of voluntary insurance options

Company Overview

Georgetown University is an academic and research institution. It was founded in 1789, and is headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia, USA, with a workforce of 5001-10000 employees. Its website is http://www.georgetown.edu.

Company H1B Sponsorship

Georgetown University has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 52 in 2026, 118 in 2025, 83 in 2024, 88 in 2023, 77 in 2022, 38 in 2021, 52 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.