Job Summary: Provide career counseling and advice to J.D. and LLM students on subjects including development of self-assessment and career planning strategies; review and revision of resumes, cover letters and other application material; instruction regarding interview preparation and mock interviewing; and guidance in the creation and expansion of a student's personal network.
Develop and execute presentations, programs and events to provide students with career and professional development skills, practice- and setting-centered information, and advice, individually, with other OCPD staff, and in conjunction with law firms, government agencies, other legal employers, and bar associations.
Track and collect summer and post-grad employment data of students for required internal and external reporting.
Will serve as main OCPD point of contact for LLM students, so will be responsible for keeping up on best practices in career advising for LLM and international students and will present to this student population on the same. Will also serve as the point person for questions from international students regarding curricular practical training (CPT). May be the primary point of contact for another OCPD initiative.
Responsibilities: 50% Educates or advises students and recent alumni individually, or in groups through various mediums about career exploration, self-assessment, skills, materials development, and career decisions 15% Develops and delivers career development programming and resource materials across various mediums to provide education to students 15% Responds to questions and provides information regarding student services, policies, procedures, and employment preparation 10% May identify and maintain a professional network of employers or other stakeholders to facilitate career exploration and employment opportunities for students 5% Participates in campus-wide career services community providing input to leadership regarding the development of advising, recruitment, and co/curricular programs offered by the school/college/unit 5% Supervises unit staff and/or plans, organizes, allocates resources, assesses performance, and leads the operational activities for a significant portion of the unit's career services portfolio Education: Required
Bachelor's Degree
Required
Terminal Degree
J.D. Required
Qualifications: Multiple years relevant post-J.D. experience. Preferred experience with coaching or mentorship of students or attorneys. Applicants will preferably have experience working with diverse groups and/or diverse students, contributing to a positive, inclusive and diverse environment.
Work Type: Full Time: 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.
Appointment Type, Duration: Ongoing/Renewable
Salary: Minimum $70,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
How to Apply: Applicants must apply through the Jobs at UW website (www.jobs.wisc.edu) by submitting a cover letter and resume by the consideration date.
Contact: Kelly Hallmark
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Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1.
Official Title: Career Development Manager(AE079)
Department(s): A45-LAW SCHOOL/LAW SCHOOL/CAREER SVC
Employment Class: Academic Staff-Renewable
Job Number: 305135-AS
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