Career Advising & Engagement Program Manager - College of Law

Department

College of Law

Responsibilities

• Implements and manages the JD Advisor Program, including recruiting and appointing JD Advisors, strategically hiring advisors for coverage in multiple practice areas and locations. Trains JD advisors on law school and ABA best practices, following up regularly to ensure continuity of job search strategies and proper documentation of advising sessions and employer outreach efforts. Coordinates the "Alumni Career Advisor Fair" and promotes JD Advisor Program to students .
• Advises students and alumni on job search preparation activities including resume and application materials, job search strategies and resources. Coordinates student and recent graduate involvement in public interest and regional job fairs. Advises students on practice areas including non-traditional legal careers, and opportunities with the federal government, including JAG, and state government, including outreach with State Attorney and Public Defender offices throughout the state.
• Conducts presentations on job search, government, summer, and honors programs and professionalism topics.
• Attends employer networking events, traveling as needed to meet with employers and attend law school events.
• Oversees Career Services Office interaction with the alumni and student engagement platform and databases. Coordinates posting of news and information to the platform and facilitates alumni mentoring and advising. Serves as primary point of contact for platform use by students and alumni.
• Serves as a lead advisor on public interest opportunities and careers. Develops and updates resources on public interest jobs and educates students on use of resources. Conducts programming on public interest and public service careers.
• Implements and manages the JD Advisor Program including recruiting and appointing JD Advisors, strategically hiring advisors for coverage in multiple practice areas and locations. Trains JD advisors on law school and ABA best practices following up regularly to ensure continuity of job search strategies and proper documentation of advising sessions and employer outreach efforts. Assists with the Alumni Career Advisor Fair. Promotes JD Advisor Program to students.
• Serves as a lead advisor for students interested in criminal law, and jobs with the federal and state government. Conducts outreach to federal agencies and with State Attorney and Public Defender offices throughout the state and out of state. Coordinates related informational events. Assist the Assistant Director for Career Services with advising on judicial clerkships and outreach.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Juris Doctorate degree and four years of relevant work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• A minimum of eight years of experience in a legal practice area is preferred.
• Ability to travel and attend events outside of regular working hours.
• FL Bar Admission is strongly desired.

Contact Info

Debra Henley, Associate Dean for Career Services & Professional Development: dhenley@law.fsu.edu

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research, encourages creativity, and embraces diversity. At FSU, there's the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow's news!

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

The College of Law requires that applicants attach a cover letter and resume to the online application.

Considerations

This is an A&P position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check .

This position works in the office Monday - Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm with a 1-hour break for lunch. Must have ability to travel and to work after office hours and occasional weekends.

This position is being advertised as open until filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity

An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.

FSU's Equal Opportunity Statement can be accessed at : https://hr.fsu.edu/sites/g/files/upcbnu2186/files/PDF/Publications/diversity/EEO_Statement.pdf .