Assistant Dean For Placement - Law - Career Center

Scheduled Hours
37.5
Position Summary
Leader of a motivated, highly functioning team; works closely with and reports to the Associate Dean or Vice Dean. Oversees all aspects of the Career Center, including strategy, program development and implementation, and coordination of all career services and professional development activities for all JD, JSD, LLM and MLS students, to ensure optimal placements for all students. Represents the law school to stakeholders including students, alumni, employers, and faculty. Development of creative, strategic initiatives, as well as attention to the detailed operations and functions of the Career Center are essential to the success of the office and school of law.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead Office: Develop and implement strategies for the success of the office. Supervise team members and operations in all work including large scale initiatives, curriculum development, teaching, student career strategies, data, reporting, etc. Some examples of the large scale initiatives overseen by the Assistant Dean include, but are not limited to: (1) American Bar Association data reporting and audit management which directly impacts the law school rankings and accreditation; (2) Mock interview program for 1300 students with alumni in over 30 cities; (3) Early engagement program for every incoming student before classes begin; (4) Alumni mentor programs for student body of over 1300; (5) Train and supervise Peer Career Advisors to supplement career strategy advising; (6) Train and supervise regional and practice area specific attorney advising and mentor programs; (7) Employer outreach, engagement and recruiting initiatives; and, other existing and future initiatives.
• Lead Individual Career Strategy Vision: Oversee the individual career strategies developed by team members for students and alumni. Set the vision and institute efficient, but effective approaches to ensure we are educating, advising, and creating opportunities for current students, transfer students, and alumni. Maintain a portfolio of students. Ensure accurate reporting on the status and plan for each student.
• Oversee teaching, presentation, and professionalism curriculum. Oversee and contribute to the development of professionalism curriculum with concrete metrics for success. Collaborate with other law school and university offices, including Graduate and International Programs, the Office of Student Life, Law Admissions, and the Office of International Students and Scholars to provide integrated programming.
• Communications and Events: Oversee student and employer communications and social media accounts to ensure they are effectively impacting the goals and mission of the office. Oversee large-scale networking and recruiting events, including: (1) Diversity Expo; (2) Employer Showcase; and (3) on and off campus interview programs, and measure effectiveness with concrete metrics.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• JD, Bar Admission.
• Supervisory experience of large Team and budget.
• Metric focused success.
• Leadership skills.
• Legal writing expertise.
• Excellent interpersonal skills especially those in the areas of collaboration, conflict resolution, problem solving and decision making.
• Strong organization and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and constituents.
• Ability to work well without close supervision.
• Strong general written and oral communication skills.
• Experience building partnerships with law firms, businesses, agencies, and schools; experience teaching.

Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree with a minimum of five years of directly related experience.
Grade
G14
Salary Range
$73,700.00 - $125,900.00 / 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.
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.
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.
• Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.
• 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/AA 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.
Diversity Statement
Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse 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.