job summary: Summary: The Professional Development Assistant will work closely with the Manager of Prof Development, Director of Prof Development, Learning and Development team members across the firm, and California lawyers and staff in coordinating lawyer training, MCLE accreditation, and professional development initiatives. Duties and Responsibilities: Assist in the coordination and design of lawyer training programs and initiatives.Manage meeting and program logistics including scheduling, securing meeting rooms, coordinating meeting room set-up and materials, and trouble-shooting.Create and develop visual presentations using desktop-publishing applications.Work independently and within a team on ongoing and special nonrecurring projects.Schedule and attend in-person and virtual planning meetings among team members, participate in team meetings, and communicate continuously.Organize and analyze program evaluations and recommend program adjustments.Coordinate AV and IT program needs, locally and nationally.Assist with tracking CA-admitted lawyers' MCLE compliance using the MCLE database; communicate with CA-admitted lawyers regarding their compliance status.Assist with maintaining and updating all CLE and lawyer training and professional development files and records in CA.Generate and issue CLE certificates of attendance for lawyers attending accredited Sidley programs.Help manage the Lawyer Learning and Professional Development intranet site.Use online tools, produce data reports and analyses as requested, and develop visuals for internal team and firm-wide reports.Proofread all work with attention to detail and accuracy, make all necessary changes, and perform other substantive and administrative duties as needed. Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities (Duties) above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email staffrecruiting@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human Resources). Education and/or Experience: Required: Bachelor's DegreeProficiency in Outlook, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Internet Explorer Preferred: Experience coordinating lawyer training and/or professional development programs and initiativesLarge law firm experienceProject management and/or program design experienceKnowledge of MCLE rules and proceduresProficiency and aptitude with software applications and design tools for creating and formatting graphs, charts, and other visuals or the willingness and ability to learn Other Skills and Abilities: In addition to the above, the following may also be required of the successful candidate: Excellent organizational skillsExcellent attention to detailThe use of good judgment and effective interpersonal skillsWell-developed analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to work harmoniously and effectively with others as part of a teamDemonstrated ownership, commitment to the job, and initiativeConfidentiality and discretionBusiness acumenEffective written and oral communication skillsProofreads accurately location: Dallas, Texas job type: Contract salary: $25 - 45 per hour work hours: 8am to 4pm education: Bachelors responsibilities: Assist in the coordination and design of lawyer training programs and initiatives.Manage meeting and program logistics including scheduling, securing meeting rooms, coordinating meeting room set-up and materials, and trouble-shooting.Create and develop visual presentations using desktop-publishing applications.Work independently and within a team on ongoing and special nonrecurring projects.Schedule and attend in-person and virtual planning meetings among team members, participate in team meetings, and communicate continuously.Organize and analyze program evaluations and recommend program adjustments.Coordinate AV and IT program needs, locally and nationally.Assist with tracking CA-admitted lawyers' MCLE compliance using the MCLE database; communicate with CA-admitted lawyers regarding their compliance status.Assist with maintaining and updating all CLE and lawyer training and professional development files and records in CA.Generate and issue CLE certificates of attendance for lawyers attending accredited Sidley programs.Help manage the Lawyer Learning and Professional Development intranet site.Use online tools, produce data reports and analyses as requested, and develop visuals for internal team and firm-wide reports.Proofread all work with attention to detail and accuracy, make all necessary changes, and perform other substantive and administrative duties as needed. qualifications: Experience level: ExperiencedMinimum 3 years of experienceEducation: Bachelors skills: LegalLearning Management SystemsProject CoordinationMCLE Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.