Description

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School/Unit Harvard Law School
Department Harvard Law School Library
Job Function General Administration
Location Cambridge
Job Type Full-time
Salary Grade 056
FLSA Status Non-exempt
Union 55 - Hvd Union Cler & Tech Workers
Term Appointment Yes


Company Description

By working at Harvard University, you join a vibrant community that advances Harvard's world-changing mission in meaningful ways, inspires innovation and collaboration, and builds skills and expertise. We are dedicated to creating a diverse and welcoming environment where everyone can thrive.

Why join Harvard Law School?

Join a community that combines excellence in legal education and scholarship with a deep commitment to justice. Here at Harvard Law School (HLS), you'll find an environment that values who you are and encourages you to grow, inspire others, and make a meaningful impact. Wherever you are in your career journey, HLS is a place where you can thrive, contribute, and be part of something bigger.

Job Description

The Manager of Partnerships and Products manages innovative digital library projects including Lumen, Perma, and CAP, and others that advance open access to legal information. You'll serve as the primary point of contact for these high-impact initiatives, working with diverse stakeholders from university administrators to external partners. This role combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution, requiring you to manage project development, maintain key relationships, secure funding, and represent our work publicly. The manager may be called upon for other tasks at short notice.

As Manager of Partnerships and Products you will:

• Be the primary day-to-day contact and a decision maker for digital library projects such as Lumen and CAP.
• Represent the projects with internal and external partners, including university offices and external organizations, as needed.
• Coordinate all communications and public relations for project initiatives.
• Act as a public face of projects at conferences, workshops, and other events.
• Secure funding through corporate and foundation donor relationships.
• Draft grant proposals and funding pitches.
• Manage software development, technical research, and publishing activities.
• Guide maintenance and expansion of project websites and databases.
• May train, assign and direct work of support staff, students, LHT's and temps.
• Write and manage project budgets.
• Collaborate with administrative and communications teams on project aspects.
• Maintain project management tools and coordinate research activities.
• Conduct research and writing from blog posts to policy papers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Five or more years of professional experience in office administration and customer service.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

We are looking for people who have:

• Progressive research skills with proficiency in research tools, both internet- and non-internet based.
• Solid writing, editing and proofreading skills, along with demonstrated written and oral communication skills.
• Fluency in Internet research and publishing tools.
• Experience with quantitative analysis.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Facility with detail, organization and working under tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of current Internet issues.
• Desire to work for dynamic, mission-driven organization.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and take on additional responsibilities.
• Passion for libraries and the future of information access.
• Broad experience across web application technologies with an understanding of technologies like the Web, Python, JavaScript, PostgreSQL, and Elasticsearch, a bonus.
• Comfort with presenting work in public settings.

Additional Information

Appointment End Date: This is a one-year term appointment, with the potential for renewal, subject to departmental funding and need.

Standard Hours/Schedule: 35 hours per week; Full-Time, M-F. Occasional evening and weekend work will be required.

Visa Sponsorship Information: Harvard University is unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position

Pre-Employment Screening: Identity, Education

Other Information:

Most hybrid workers work three days in on site each week.

Travel opportunities may arise.

All offers are made by HLS Human Resources.

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Work Format Details

This position has been determined by school or unit leaders that some of the duties and responsibilities can be effectively performed at a non-Harvard location. The work schedule and location will be set by the department at its discretion and based upon operational needs. When not working at a Harvard or Harvard-designated location, employees in hybrid positions must work in a Harvard registered state in compliance with the University's Policy on Employment Outside of Massachusetts. Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types and funding sources may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Salary Grade and Ranges

This position is salary grade level 056. Please visit Harvard's Salary Ranges to view the corresponding salary range and related information.

Benefits

Harvard offers a comprehensive benefits package that is designed to support a healthy work-life balance and your physical, mental and financial wellbeing. Because here, you are what matters. Our benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Generous paid time off including parental leave
• Medical, dental, and vision health insurance coverage starting on day one
• Retirement plans with university contributions
• Wellbeing and mental health resources
• Support for families and caregivers
• Professional development opportunities including tuition assistance and reimbursement
• Commuter benefits, discounts and campus perks

Learn more about these and additional benefits on our Benefits & Wellbeing Page.

EEO/Non-Discrimination Commitment Statement

Harvard University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. We seek talent from all parts of society and the world, and we strive to ensure everyone at Harvard thrives. Our differences help our community advance Harvard's academic purposes.

Harvard has an equal employment opportunity policy that outlines our commitment to prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, religion, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or identified in the university's non-discrimination policy. Harvard's equal employment opportunity policy and non-discrimination policy help all community members participate fully in work and campus life free from harassment and discrimination.

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