Associate Director of Career Planning and Professional Development - Law

UIUC

Urbana, IL, United States
Base: $70,000–$80,000; bonus/equity: not specified...
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One-on-one student career advising
Academic program requirement knowledge
Employer market research and analysis
** The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is seeking an Associate Director of Career Planning and Professional Development for its College of Law. This role involves providing career counseling and academic advising to law students, promoting student-employer relationships, and managing outreach efforts to enhance employment opportunities for graduates. **

Job Summary

  • This role provides comprehensive career counseling and academic advising to law students and alumni at the University of Illinois College of Law.
  • The position involves active employer outreach, market research on legal hiring trends, and managing relationships with alumni mentors.
  • Employees receive a competitive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and tuition waivers.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is seeking an Associate Director of Career Planning and Professional Development for its College of Law. This role involves providing career counseling and academic advising to law students, promoting student-employer relationships, and managing outreach efforts to enhance employment opportunities for graduates. **

Salary

Base: $70,000–$80,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off, Tuition Waivers

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • One-on-one student career advising
  • Academic program requirement knowledge
  • Employer market research and analysis
  • Alumni relationship management
  • Job fair liaison and coordination

Nice-to-have

  • Strong communication with diverse groups
  • Experience in legal hiring trends
  • Ability to travel for outreach events
  • Mentoring program facilitation skills

Key Requirements

  • Juris Doctor degree from a U.S. law school
  • Full-time 12-month appointment status
  • Not eligible for work authorization sponsorship

Work Rights

Must have US work authorization

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