Associate Director-Flex JD and Online Graduate Programs
About this role
Are you passionate about helping students achieve their career goals? The Associate Director supports Flex JD, LLM, and MSLS students as they explore career paths, pursue internships, and prepare for post-graduate employment. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through individualized career advising, professional development programming, and connections with employers, alumni, and mentors. This position may offer the opportunity for a fully remote work arrangement.
Your Work Will Include, But Not Be Limited To:
• Advising students on career exploration, job search strategies, and professional development. • Supporting students with resumes, cover letters, fellowship applications, and career planning. • Building relationships with employers, alumni, mentors, and community partners to expand career opportunities. • Coordinating career workshops, networking events, job fairs, and recruitment programs. • Managing the Mentor Match Program and connecting students with experiential learning opportunities. • Staying current on legal hiring trends, recruiting timelines, fellowships, and employment opportunities. • Promoting career resources and programs through publications, social media, and other communications.
Experience and Qualifications:
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) required • 2-3 years of experience in the legal profession, educational administration, student services, recruiting or related field. • One year of counseling experience in a student-oriented setting preferred. • Strong communication, interpersonal, advising, and organizational skills. • Experience in career counseling, professional development, legal recruiting, higher education, or a related field. • Knowledge of job search strategies, career exploration, and professional development practices. • Ability to develop programs, manage multiple priorities, and build effective professional relationships. • A proactive, student-centered approach and a commitment to helping students achieve career success. • Ability to travel. Some overnight and weekend travel required.
Compensation The estimated salary range for this position is $70,000-$80,000 per year. The salary offered will be based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, and in consideration of internal equity. We offer a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental and vision insurance, employer paid disability and life insurance coverage, 5% retirement contribution, CDTA bus pass, and generous time off.
Application Instructions:
• Cover letter • Resume/curriculum vitae • Contact information for at least three professional references.