Assistant Director, Public Interest Careers

University of Notre Dame; Notre Dame (IN); On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Notre Dame Law School seeks an Assistant Director for Public Interest Initiatives to lead Career Development Office efforts in expanding programs and resources for students pursuing public interest and government careers.

The role provides counseling on job search strategy, interview preparation, and networking, supports educational programming, and helps collect and report employment data to inform strategic improvements.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree required.
• At least 3 years of professional experience in the legal industry.
• Experience with public interest or government employers preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and coaching skills with a service mindset.
• Close attention to accuracy and detail in all aspects of work.
• Ability to research issues, solve operational problems, and create practical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Public Interest Initiatives: Lead Career Development Office efforts to expand and evolve specialized programming for public interest and government careers.
• Career Advising: Provide dedicated career advising and coach students on resume, interviews, and networking.
• Employer Engagement: Plan and execute recruiting events and outreach with employers and alumni.
• Record Keeping & Data Reporting: Maintain detailed records and assist with employment data collection and reporting.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

The University of Notre Dame Law School seeks an Assistant Director for Public Interest Initiatives to lead Career Development Office efforts in expanding programs and resources for students pursuing public interest and government careers.

The role provides counseling on job search strategy, interview preparation, and networking, supports educational programming, and helps collect and report employment data to inform strategic improvements.