Inside Higher Ed
Associate Director, Center for Professional Development and Career Strategies
Inside Higher Ed, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
Associate Director, Center for Professional Development and Career Strategies
Location: Atlanta Campus
Employment type: Full-time
About the role Georgia State University, College of Law, Center for Professional Development and Career Strategies seeks an Associate Director of Career Development. The position will advise students on job search application documents and search strategies, create and deliver career and professional development programming and materials, and cultivate relationships with employers and alumni to maximize student employment outcomes.
Key responsibilities
Coordinate local, regional, and national job fairs (20+) and formal internal fall and spring interview programs; assist with career track/curriculum development, manage 5-6 educational and informational career seminars and workshops per semester, assist with the implementation of mock interview programs, and participate in departmental programs including 1L class curriculum, career resources, job search workshops, specialty presentations, and communications including production of a weekly student newsletter.
Manage career advisement by providing individualized career counseling for law students and alumni, including one‑on‑one counseling sessions, exploration of practice area interests, resume and cover letter creation, interview skills development, networking strategies, and facilitation of career progression.
Manage data collection and verification of reports for required annual employment outcomes.
Serve as a professional development ambassador, actively building a positive school and student reputation within the larger legal and employment community; attend alumni and bar events; assist with identification and development of employment opportunities; expand employer outreach both in-state and out-of-state; build and maintain strong relationships within the COL, including faculty, staff, and student organizations; contribute to cross‑departmental collaboration; meet as requested with prospective and admitted students; and attend Consortium, ALRA, NALP, and Symplicity training events.
Benefits
Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
Professional development opportunities and mentorship.
Comprehensive benefits provided by the University System of Georgia (health, dental, vision, retirement plan options).
Teacher Retirement System (TRS) and Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) participation for eligible employees.
Qualifications Minimum Hiring Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and four years of supervisory/management experience; or a combination of education and related experience.
Preferred Hiring Qualifications:
Experience working in a university or college career services.
Career counseling, knowledge of the legal industry, and public speaking skills.
Juris Doctor degree from an ABA‑accredited law school.
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Employment type: Full-time
About the role Georgia State University, College of Law, Center for Professional Development and Career Strategies seeks an Associate Director of Career Development. The position will advise students on job search application documents and search strategies, create and deliver career and professional development programming and materials, and cultivate relationships with employers and alumni to maximize student employment outcomes.
Key responsibilities
Coordinate local, regional, and national job fairs (20+) and formal internal fall and spring interview programs; assist with career track/curriculum development, manage 5-6 educational and informational career seminars and workshops per semester, assist with the implementation of mock interview programs, and participate in departmental programs including 1L class curriculum, career resources, job search workshops, specialty presentations, and communications including production of a weekly student newsletter.
Manage career advisement by providing individualized career counseling for law students and alumni, including one‑on‑one counseling sessions, exploration of practice area interests, resume and cover letter creation, interview skills development, networking strategies, and facilitation of career progression.
Manage data collection and verification of reports for required annual employment outcomes.
Serve as a professional development ambassador, actively building a positive school and student reputation within the larger legal and employment community; attend alumni and bar events; assist with identification and development of employment opportunities; expand employer outreach both in-state and out-of-state; build and maintain strong relationships within the COL, including faculty, staff, and student organizations; contribute to cross‑departmental collaboration; meet as requested with prospective and admitted students; and attend Consortium, ALRA, NALP, and Symplicity training events.
Benefits
Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
Professional development opportunities and mentorship.
Comprehensive benefits provided by the University System of Georgia (health, dental, vision, retirement plan options).
Teacher Retirement System (TRS) and Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) participation for eligible employees.
Qualifications Minimum Hiring Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and four years of supervisory/management experience; or a combination of education and related experience.
Preferred Hiring Qualifications:
Experience working in a university or college career services.
Career counseling, knowledge of the legal industry, and public speaking skills.
Juris Doctor degree from an ABA‑accredited law school.
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