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University of Chicago is Hiring a Program Director, UChicago Careers in Law Near Chicago, IL
DepartmentESA Deputy Director Pre Professional Programs & Career Preparation
About The DepartmentCareer Advancement serves a student population of approximately 6,000 arts and sciences undergraduate students, in addition to alumni who have graduated within the last five years. Career Advancement plays a vital role in ensuring our students’ success after graduation. Career Advancement offers innovative and comprehensive career development services with a focus on pre-professional preparation, experiential education, and opportunities. Through career advising, programs, and comprehensive resources, Career Advancement supports undergraduate students and alumni as they develop the skills necessary to manage their career development, while working with alumni and employers to provide students with meaningful opportunities. For more information, please visit the Career Advancement website at careeradvancement.uchicago.edu.
Job SummaryCareers in Law (CIL) is a non-selective program open to all students and alumni of the College who are interested in careers in law. Through workshops, presentations, internships and one-on-one advising, CIL seeks to support students as they decide whether a career in law is a good fit for them. UChicago Careers in Law also helps students prepare strong, successful applications to law school.
Reporting to the Deputy Director of Pre-Professional Programs, the Program Director, Careers in Law (CIL) will create and manage a comprehensive set of law programming, advising, and support for students and alumni of the University of Chicago. This will include, but is not limited to, providing advice on law school applications and the application process, and offering opportunities for students to explore careers in law through internship, externships, mentoring programs and more. The Program Director will provide strategic direction for the program and will work collaboratively with internal and external partners to achieve these goals.
Responsibilities
Work Experience:Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Certifications:Preferred QualificationsEducation:
Job FamilyStudent Affairs & Services
Role ImpactIndividual Contributor
FLSA StatusExempt
Pay FrequencyMonthly
Scheduled Weekly Hours37.5
Benefits EligibleYes
Drug Test RequiredNo
Health Screen RequiredNo
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry RequiredNo
Posting StatementThe University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.
We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.
All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.
The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.
About The DepartmentCareer Advancement serves a student population of approximately 6,000 arts and sciences undergraduate students, in addition to alumni who have graduated within the last five years. Career Advancement plays a vital role in ensuring our students’ success after graduation. Career Advancement offers innovative and comprehensive career development services with a focus on pre-professional preparation, experiential education, and opportunities. Through career advising, programs, and comprehensive resources, Career Advancement supports undergraduate students and alumni as they develop the skills necessary to manage their career development, while working with alumni and employers to provide students with meaningful opportunities. For more information, please visit the Career Advancement website at careeradvancement.uchicago.edu.
Job SummaryCareers in Law (CIL) is a non-selective program open to all students and alumni of the College who are interested in careers in law. Through workshops, presentations, internships and one-on-one advising, CIL seeks to support students as they decide whether a career in law is a good fit for them. UChicago Careers in Law also helps students prepare strong, successful applications to law school.
Reporting to the Deputy Director of Pre-Professional Programs, the Program Director, Careers in Law (CIL) will create and manage a comprehensive set of law programming, advising, and support for students and alumni of the University of Chicago. This will include, but is not limited to, providing advice on law school applications and the application process, and offering opportunities for students to explore careers in law through internship, externships, mentoring programs and more. The Program Director will provide strategic direction for the program and will work collaboratively with internal and external partners to achieve these goals.
Responsibilities
- Coaches undergraduate students interested in law school and legal careers on appropriate career management and job search skills in large lectures, hands-on workshops, special events, training programs, and one-on-one career coaching settings to help them be competitive applicants.
- Helps students to find suitable jobs and internships and reports on placement and law school admissions outcomes to senior leadership. May also work in employer relations to build relationships in the legal profession and secure additional internships and full-time opportunities for University students. Also works with existing alumni and recruiting partners.
- Provides guidance and support to undergraduate students and alumni through the law school application process, monitoring the success of each class of applicants.
- Analyzes markets and trends as they relate to job searches. Solicits and analyzes student feedback and evaluations and helps strategize with other career services staff members, student organizations, or other staff to determine program offerings and innovations.
- Conceptualizes, develops, and delivers career management programming. May partner with several industry, regional, or functional student groups to assist in planning and delivering career-management related programming.
- Manages or leads various special projects/programs that provide career related support. Meets with recruiters on an occasional basis to discuss recruiting strategies and hiring needs.
- Oversees and manages Rising Attorneys Program cohort. Supports the management of the Law & Politics cohort.
- Participates in career management team leadership. Provides professional mentoring and program guidance to junior staff.
- Conducts job search and career management related large lectures, hands-on workshops, special events, training programs, and one-on-one career coaching sessions. Acts as a resource for and directs students to other career resources as needed.
- Works, with minimal guidance, to write timely and effective articles about career management topics for a variety of student publications. Conceptualizes, develops, and delivers career management programming and published materials.
- Performs other related work as needed.
Work Experience:Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Certifications:Preferred QualificationsEducation:
- JD or a comparable advanced degree.
- Career counseling or three years’ experience in industry specialty.
- Developing and implementing a successful communication strategy for marketing programs, recruiting volunteers, and/or liaising with student groups.
- Background in the legal profession.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Utilize Zoom, Microsoft Teams, or other digital platform for meetings and events.
- Expertise in counseling, program development, or a related area.
- Knowledge of career development theory and strong coaching or counseling skills.
- Deep commitment to customer service, strong interpersonal skills and a high level of professionalism when interacting with internal and external clients.
- Multitask, meet deadlines, and work successfully and positively in a fast-paced environment.
- Demonstrated success in maintaining collaborative relationships with diverse constituencies.
- Strong coaching or counseling skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills; strong interpersonal, quantitative, and networking skills.
- Experience developing and delivering presentations, and communicate to large groups as well as one-on-one with students, senior management, faculty, and alumni.
- Develop strong relationships with a wide variety of constituents, including employers and external partners like alumni and parents, students, faculty, staff, and senior leadership.
- Outcomes-driven and action-oriented attitude, ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
- Problem solving and reasoning, critical thinking and decision-making skills.
- Exemplary organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Handle sensitive matters with tact and discretion and maintain confidentiality.
- Work evening hours and weekends on an occasional basis, generally 1-2 days per month.
- Travel one to two times per year.
- Resume/CV (required)
- Cover Letter (required)
- Professional References Contact Information (3)(required)
Job FamilyStudent Affairs & Services
Role ImpactIndividual Contributor
FLSA StatusExempt
Pay FrequencyMonthly
Scheduled Weekly Hours37.5
Benefits EligibleYes
Drug Test RequiredNo
Health Screen RequiredNo
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry RequiredNo
Posting StatementThe University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.
We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.
All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.
The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Other
INDUSTRY
Colleges & Universities
SALARY
$72k-111k (estimate)
POST DATE
06/10/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
07/08/2024
WEBSITE
uchicago.edu
HEADQUARTERS
CHICAGO, IL
SIZE
7,500 - 15,000
FOUNDED
1890
CEO
JOSHUA BECK
REVENUE
$1B - $3B
INDUSTRY
Colleges & Universities
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