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Director, International & Advanced Degree Career Programs
School of Law, Stanford, California, United States

Schedule: Full-time
Job Code: 7503
Employee Status: Regular
Grade: I
Requisition ID: 92905

The Office of Career Services (OCS) at Stanford Law School serves as a bridge between students, alumni and employers with a focus on private sector careers and judicial clerkships. Our goal is for students and alumni to find careers that they love. To that end, we provide counseling, workshops and career-related resources and work to develop strong relationships with private sector legal employers to develop a broad range of career opportunities.

Reporting to the OCS Associate Dean, the International & Advanced Degree Career Programs Director provides career advising to Advanced Degree (International LLM) and JD students on all aspects of the job search process. You will work closely with the entire OCS team and partner with faculty, the LLM teaching fellows, LLM alumni, and the Bechtel Center on periodic projects and programs. Using your independent judgment and professional knowledge, you will advise and support our students on complex issues related to the program and their individual needs.

CORE DUTIES

• Manage the International and Advanced Degree career program, including analyzing and managing the effectiveness of program policies and content.
• Critically analyze student needs, market trends, and law school and university guidelines to create program policies and resolve substantial issues, using in-depth knowledge of the legal industry.
• Develop and implement programming (virtual, in-person) and make strategic recommendations for future programs to meet the career needs of law students interested in pursuing private sector legal careers. This includes workshops on job search techniques and interview preparation, networking events, career fairs and general education on the U.S. legal industry.
• Develop resources, guides, web content, and other student-facing communications to facilitate career exploration and job searches.
• Directly advise advanced degree and JD students and alumni on career development and opportunities, including but not limited to reviewing resumes, cover letters and job applications, conducting mock interviews, and coaching on career related decisions.
• Establish and manage outreach programs with alumni and employers to assess and cultivate job opportunities and foster professional development opportunities, relationships with external community and university liaisons.
• Develop the Advanced Degree & International Career Program budget and manage related financial processes.
• Work closely with other OCS staff on career related programming, services and communications.
• Develop and maintain relationships with other law school and university departments to support the needs of students. Collaborate with other departments to enhance counseling, programming and resources for law students.
• Develop and foster contacts with national and regional professional organizations, including the Bay Area Legal Recruiting Association and the National Association for Law Placement, to represent Stanford Law School, formulate policies, and enhance programming and services.
• Evaluate and determine recommendations on technology and other career-related external resources. Negotiate with resource vendors.

Minimum Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree and five years of relevant experience, or combination of education and relevant experience. Knowledge of legal hiring markets and at least 3 years of experience in a legal environment as an attorney, law school counselor, legal recruiter, or professional development advisor preferred.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Advanced communication skills to clearly and effectively communicate information to internal and external audiences, client groups, and all levels of management.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills to review and analyze complex information.
• Advanced computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Advanced customer service skills.
• Relevant computer systems/technology experience.
• Understanding of financial transactions.
• Ability to ensure and apply compliance with legal, financial, and university policies and external regulations.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with international law and international students.
• Candidate should be skilled in cultural competency and have experience working with individuals from a wide array of backgrounds. Sensitivity to diversity of student body and career interests.
• Previous advising and counseling experience desired, but not required.
• Experience in and responsibility for planning, executing, and evaluating programs designed to reach, serve, and engage diverse population groups.
• Ability to build effective long-term relationships both internally and externally and the ability to articulate and advocate for institutional goals clearly.
• Strong interpersonal, team, and leadership skills; tact and flexibility in working with diverse population groups.
• Attention to detail and project management skills are all key for this role. Strong organizational skills and ability to manage time effectively and handle multiple assignments under pressure with frequent interruptions.
• Enthusiasm, sense of humor, and flexibility is highly desired.

Working Conditions

• Occasional work on evenings and weekends.
• Some local or domestic travel.
• A hybrid work arrangement may be considered for candidates with the appropriate background and experience, with a preference for candidates based in the Bay Area.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.

Stanford Law School seeks to hire the best talent and to promote a safe and secure environment for all members of the university community and its property. To that end, new staff hires must successfully pass a background check prior to starting work at Stanford University.


To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: https://apptrkr.com/2797642

Stanford is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.







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