Assistant Director Career and Professional Development

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Assistant Director, Career and Professional Development
The candidate will advise and counsel law students on career goals and job searches in all aspects of the practice of law as well as non-legal or non-traditional areas in which students may utilize their law degree. This also includes assisting students with drafting application materials, interview preparation, and networking strategies. Design, present, and implement professional development programs to educate students on the legal profession and industry standards. Track, maintain, and compile statistical data including but not limited to graduate employment data, student job placements, and programming data for submission to organizations to which the school reports. Represent the Office of Career and Professional Development and Thurgood Marshall School of Law at recruiting events, conferences, professional bar organization meetings, and professional development events. Plan workshops, panel presentations, and create materials to promote Office of Career and Professional Development events. JD degree is required. Bar admission is preferred. Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to present information effectively to various constituents including students, alumni, faculty and staff, employers and other groups; and ability to successfully multitask various projects effectively. Must be able to work efficiently as a team member and work effectively with little to no supervision as required when team members are out of the office or unavailable. Must be able to identify routine problems, collect data, and draw appropriate conclusions to solve routine problems that may arise. Should preferably have 2+ years of practical legal experience.

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