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Associate Director, Employment Placement
$69k-106k (estimate)
Full Time
2 Months Ago
The George Washington University is Hiring an Associate Director, Employment Placement Near Washington, DC
Posting DetailsI. Job OverviewJob Description Summary:Established in 1865, The George Washington University Law School is the oldest law school in Washington, DC. The school is accredited by the American Bar Association and is a charter member of the Association of American Law Schools. The law school is located on the GW campus in the downtown neighborhood familiarly known as Foggy Bottom.
The Career Center of The George Washington University Law School advises and counsels law students in professional development and assists them in developing career strategies. This position presents a rewarding opportunity to help law school students and recent law school graduates begin their legal careers. The Associate Director will provide placement services for students in their final year of law school that have not secured employment through larger-scale recruitment opportunities. The incumbent will provide an individualized assessment of students’ qualifications and interests, and match them with potential employers and/or positions. This position will report to the Director of Employment Placement.
The incumbent will be responsible for performing the following duties and responsibilities outlined below:
Preferred QualificationsAdditional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
GW Staff Approach to PayHow is pay for new employees determined at GW?
Healthcare Benefits
GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.
II. JOB DETAILS
Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department: GW Law School (LAW)
Family Student Affairs
Sub-Family Career Services
Stream Individual Contributor
Level Level 3
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours Per Week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes
Employee Onsite Status Hybrid
Telework: Yes
Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions To ApplicantsEmployer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
Internal Applicants Only? No
Posting Number: S013161
Job Open Date: 07/05/2024
Job Close DateIf temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO StatementThe university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
The Career Center of The George Washington University Law School advises and counsels law students in professional development and assists them in developing career strategies. This position presents a rewarding opportunity to help law school students and recent law school graduates begin their legal careers. The Associate Director will provide placement services for students in their final year of law school that have not secured employment through larger-scale recruitment opportunities. The incumbent will provide an individualized assessment of students’ qualifications and interests, and match them with potential employers and/or positions. This position will report to the Director of Employment Placement.
The incumbent will be responsible for performing the following duties and responsibilities outlined below:
- Engages with the employer outreach team to develop relationships with hiring decision-makers to identify and develop post-graduate fellowships, clerkships, and full-time employment positions.
- Collaborates with the employer outreach team to identify and develop specific job opportunities for students.
- Engages with prospective employers to identify hiring needs and develop post-graduate fellowship positions for graduating students.
- Collaborates with the career counseling team to ensure student preparedness for interviews and participation in recruitment programs based on knowledge of specific employers.
- Introduces students to employers with job opportunities that match student interests and skills.
- Supports the Director of Employment Placement in matching students with prospective job opportunities.
- Assists students in determining their career goals and objectives; assesses articulated career interests and considers potential matches.
- Advises and counsels students on matters related to career and professional development and the legal job search process.
- Conducts post-interview analysis and follow up with employers to provide feedback, respond to questions, and advocate for student placements. Maintains connection with hiring decision-maker after interview.
- Collaborates with data analysts and consultants to track where each student is in their career search trajectory which includes tracking students from interview candidate status to employment offer and acceptance stage.
- Assists students with developing their professional social media accounts i.e. LinkedIn and other identified external resources for employment.
- Supplements list of employers and open positions to match with final year GW Law students. Regularly contacts employers regarding students seeking employment and suggests students for applications and interviews.
- Maintains positive relationships with employers, alumni, students, staff, and faculty.
- As required, represents the Career Center at national, regional, and local meetings of appropriate professional organizations and associations, and periodically interfaces with law career counselors at other law schools. Assists with the programming, coordination, and delivery during all phases of networking fairs, job fairs, recruitment programs, and other career development programs, which may include travel.
- Work on special projects as assigned by the Associate Dean, Center for Professional Development and Career Strategy.
Preferred QualificationsAdditional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
- J.D. and post-admission to a state bar or the District of Columbia Bar legal work experience strongly desired.
- Experience with and knowledge of best practices for legal recruitment and placement.
- Career planning, guidance, and mentorship skills experience.
- Knowledge and understanding of career practices and opportunities within local, national, and global legal communities.
- Career coaching experience and/or certification.
- Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Experience working with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
- Ability to conduct and facilitate presentations in person and virtually.
GW Staff Approach to PayHow is pay for new employees determined at GW?
Healthcare Benefits
GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.
II. JOB DETAILS
Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.
College/School/Department: GW Law School (LAW)
Family Student Affairs
Sub-Family Career Services
Stream Individual Contributor
Level Level 3
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours Per Week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes
Employee Onsite Status Hybrid
Telework: Yes
Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions To ApplicantsEmployer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
Internal Applicants Only? No
Posting Number: S013161
Job Open Date: 07/05/2024
Job Close DateIf temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO StatementThe university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
SALARY
$69k-106k (estimate)
POST DATE
07/09/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
09/29/2024
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