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University of Richmond · 4 days ago

Associate Director, Career & Professional Development Programs

Richmond, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$56K/yr - $83K/yr

0+ years exp

The University of Richmond is seeking an Associate Director for Career and Professional Development Programs. This role involves designing and implementing career development programs for law students, enhancing student engagement with career resources, and analyzing hiring practices to inform program initiatives.

Higher Education

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Hiring Manager

Anne Martin

Responsibilities

Design and implement a curriculum of career and professional development programs and assessment tools to guide School of Law students in creating personal career plans, employment search strategies, and developing the skills to successfully execute summer and post-graduate employment searches and conduct life-long career management

Develop and execute, in collaboration with the Associate Dean, a communications strategy to increase student engagement with career resources and understanding of the timelines for using them effectively

Conduct analysis of information about hiring practices and trends across employer types and incorporate this into Career Development Office (CDO) programs, initiatives, and student informational materials

Qualification

Legal employment knowledgeProgram designPresentationStudent engagementProject managementComputer skillsInterpersonal skillsWritten communicationOral communicationTime managementAttention to detailTeamwork

Required

Ability to design and present engaging programs focused on self-assessment, the development of professional skills, and career topics

Knowledge of the legal employment market, legal hiring, and professional development practices

A demonstrated passion for student engagement, mentoring, and training

Strong interpersonal skills

Exceptional written and oral communication ability

Excellent organizational and project management skills

Effective time management skills

Demonstrated attention to detail

Ability to juggle multiple projects effectively

Ability to work well independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

Solid computer skills, including familiarity with the use of the MSWord Suite, web-based software, and social media

Juris Doctorate (J.D.) or Master of Laws (LL.M.)

Demonstrated ability to plan and execute professional events

Experience communicating with accomplished professionals and leaders

Preferred

0 - 2 years of law practice, legal recruiting, legal professional development, training or career advising experience

1 - 2 years of communications or marketing experience

Experience in higher education administration

Benefits

Robust benefits package

Company

University of Richmond

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University of Richmond is a school in Richmond.

Founded in 1830

Richmond, Virginia, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.richmond.edu/

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