Employment at Southwestern

Founded in 1911, as an independent, nonprofit, nonsectarian institution, Southwestern Law School has long been at the forefront of legal education. We offer a competitive salary along with comprehensive benefits for employees, spouses/domestic partners, and dependent children, including medical, dental, vision, Group Life/AD&D, LTD, flexible spending accounts, TIAA-CREF pension plan, vacation and sick leave.

Following is a list of current job openings. Unless otherwise indicated, applicants may apply for positions by sending a cover letter, resume and salary history to individuals or email addresses indicated in the position opening.

Southwestern is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer. Applications from women and minorities are encouraged.

Current Employment Opportunities (as of 10/6/09)


EXAMINATION PROCTORS

Southwestern seeks responsible and detail oriented individuals to serve as examination proctors for three exam periods. Each exam period consists of approximately one to two week periods. Proctors are responsible for the administration of exams and for providing an environment conducive to testing.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Adhering to established exam policies and procedures;
  • Securing, distributing and collecting exam materials;
  • Reading verbal instructions, properly timing exams, collecting and recording each completed exam;
  • Documenting irregularities and reporting them to the appropriate office.

Minimum qualifications: 

  • Previous experience in exam administration or at least two years of office experience.
  • Detail-oriented.
  • Excellent interpersonal and service skills.
  • Excellent verbal/written communication skills.
  • Good judgment.
  • Strong organizational and planning abilities.
  • Basic computer skills are required.

For consideration please send cover letter and resume to jobs3@swlaw.edu or Personnel (236G), 3050 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90010.