Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

Shapes the future of WashU Law students by directing personalized career strategies and developing initiatives to ensure their success in prestigious legal fields. Utilizes required expertise, creativity, and aptitude for leading bright, ambitious students in the formation of their career paths, individually and class-wide, and collaborating with law school leadership to evaluate performance metrics and innovative plans.

Job Description

• Partner with students to develop custom job search strategies, set measurable goals, and align with their aspirations. Review and edit legal writing samples, resumes, cover letters, and professional communications to help them stand out to top legal employers. Educate students about diverse legal career paths and help them secure long-term positions that match their goals. Utilize cutting-edge software and databases to track employment data and provide informed strategic advice. Offer creative, tailored guidance to promote their success with prestigious employers in large law firms, the public sector, and various practice areas.

• Large-Scale Programs and Initiatives: Create, implement, and supervise large-scale initiatives to positively affect the core metrics and goals of the office. Supervise team members involved in implementing such initiatives as: (1) managing American Bar Association data reporting and audit processes; (2) coordinating mock interview programs; (3) developing an early engagement curriculum for incoming students; (4) training and supervising Legal Research Fellows; and (5) managing other existing and future initiatives to support student career development and success.

• Enhance hiring opportunities by key employers (targeted by geographic, practice area, or employer type) through engagement with attorneys and hiring partners at top law firms, government agencies, public interest organizations, federal and state courts, and more. Develop and implement a strategic outreach plan with clear, measurable objectives. Collaborate with the Advancement Office to optimize engagement efforts. Utilize data-driven strategies to maximize outreach success and track progress.

• Teach a combination of for-credit courses, e.g., externships, and non-credit workshops that foster practical skills and professional growth, preparing students for successful legal careers. Research and stay current on the legal market's needs and expectations. Create and report clear metrics and data to assess student progress and program success.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment.

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting or standing at a desk or table.

Equipment

• Office equipment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Recruiting From The Employer Perspective (5 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

Preferred Qualifications:

• JD and 5 year of experience.
• Bar admission.
• Specific practice experience, geographic networks and mentoring experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Master's degree

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

Illinois State Bar Association - Illinois State Bar Association, Missouri Bar Association - Missouri Bar Association

Work Experience:

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills:

Communication, Organizational Savvy, System Implementations, Written Communication

Grade

G12

Salary Range

$58,400.00 - $99,700.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl.edu or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Washington University is dedicated to building a community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.