Position Snapshot

Detail	Information
Organization	St. Thomas University — College of Law
Location	Miami Gardens, Florida, United States
Position Type	Full-Time
Category	Student Affairs and Services
Reports To	Director of Law Student Support Services
Posted	October 29, 2026
Application Deadline	Not specified (open until filled)

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Role Overview

The Assistant Director of Law Student Support Services (ADLSSS) plays a pivotal role in enhancing the law student experience by supporting the effective management and delivery of student services, programs, and management of law student organizations at the College of Law. Reporting to the Director of Law Student Support Services, the ADLSSS ensures seamless execution of initiatives that promote law student success, engagement, and well-being.

The ADLSSS works in collaborative relationship with all law school students, faculty, administrative offices, and university offices to implement strategies that address student needs. The position requires occasional attendance at on- and off-campus events during and outside normal business hours, and some travel may be required.

About the Institution

Founded in 1984, St. Thomas University College of Law is one of the most diverse access law schools in the United States. It is part of St. Thomas University, founded in 1961 as Biscayne College by the order of the Augustinian Friars. St. Thomas University is an urban, student-centered, Catholic university with rich cultural and international diversity, dedicated to developing leaders who contribute to the economic and cultural vitality of the regions they serve. The College of Law is fully accredited by the American Bar Association and is a member of the Association of American Law Schools (AALS).

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Key Responsibilities

• Communication & Information Dissemination — Assist the Director in managing communications and disseminating information to law students, faculty, and administrators.
• University Department Liaison — Collaborate with departments including the ADA Coordinator, Student Health, and others to address student needs.
• Student Counseling Assistance — Support the Director in counseling law students on probation, suspension, and student life issues.
• Student Organization Support — Assist in advising the Student Bar Association and overseeing student organizations, including approving events and distributing event materials.
• Compliance Monitoring — Help monitor student organizations for adherence to University and College of Law rules and policies.
• Application Amendment Requests — Help review and process student requests to amend law school applications.
• Student Status Documentation — Assist with documentation of leaves of absence, probation, suspension, withdrawals, letters of good standing, and jury duty.
• Academic Standing Files — Help maintain up-to-date student academic standing files, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting.
• External Information Requests — Assist in managing requests for information from state bars and other law schools.
• Event Coordination — Support planning and coordination of significant events, such as the Law Day Luncheon.
• Commencement Support — Contribute to planning and organization of the College of Law’s commencement activities.
• Administrative Assistance to the Dean — Provide administrative support to the Office of the Dean as delegated.
• Survey Coordination — Assist in preparation and distribution of surveys to law students to gather feedback.
• Care Team Participation — Support the University’s Care Team, providing input on student well-being and coordinating care for students in need.
• Other Related Duties — Perform other duties as required by the Director or Dean.

Supervision Exercised: May assist the Director in exercising supervisory responsibility of support staff and student employees.

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Qualifications

Required

• Knowledge of St. Thomas University and the College of Law’s unique vision and mission.
• Commitment to creating a culture of engagement and fostering mutual respect and support for an inclusive community, respecting the values of the Catholic identity.
• Master’s degree or equivalent in higher education, student affairs, law, or a related field.
• At least 1–3 years of experience in student services, higher education administration, or a related field, preferably in a law school or legal environment.
• Experience advising or supporting students in academic or co-curricular settings.
• Demonstrated experience working with student organizations or campus programming.
• Demonstrated experience working with confidential information while maintaining discretion and integrity.
• Ability to work collaboratively and build positive relationships with students, faculty, staff, and external partners.
• Ability to maintain a student-centered approach while working effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Proficiency in office software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite) and student management systems.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements within the normal bounds of an office environment.
• Willingness to work occasional evening and weekend hours to attend events or meetings.
• Ability to travel to off-campus events or functions if necessary.

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How to Apply

Application Link

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Additional Notes for Applicants

• Equal Opportunity: St. Thomas University provides equality of opportunity in education for all persons, including faculty and staff, and students. The University will maintain its Catholic values in operation and may exercise a preference for Catholic faculty in recruitment and hiring (per the Apostolic Constitution on Catholic Universities, the number of non-Catholic teachers should not constitute a majority within the institution).
• Nondiscrimination: Except for the maintenance of Catholic values and a preference for Catholic faculty in recruitment and hiring, discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status, marital or familial status, or any other protected category is strictly prohibited.
• Accreditation: The College of Law is fully accredited by the American Bar Association and is a member of the AALS. St. Thomas University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC).