Associate Director, Employment Placement

The George Washington University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 66,095 - 109,075; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Retirement savings

Tuition benefits

Job summary

The George Washington University is seeking an Associate Director for the Law School's Career Development Office. This role involves advising law students on their career paths, helping them secure employment, and collaborating with employers to identify job opportunities.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's or Master's degree complemented by relevant experience in legal recruitment. Strong communication and organizational skills are crucial, with the position offering a hybrid work schedule.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant professional experience with a Bachelor's degree or 3+ years with a Master's degree.
• Experience in legal recruitment and placement is preferred.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise and counsel law students on career development.
• Assess students' qualifications and match them with employers.
• Engage with employers to identify hiring needs.

Skills

Career counseling

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Legal recruitment knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization

Master's degree or higher in a relevant area of study

Job description

Overview

Job Description Summary: Established in 1865, The George Washington University Law School is the oldest law school in Washington, DC. The school is accredited by the American Bar Association and is a charter member of the Association of American Law Schools. The law school is located on the GW campus in the downtown neighborhood familiarly known as Foggy Bottom.

Posting Details

The Career Development Office of The George Washington University Law School advises and counsels law students in professional development and assists them in job search strategies. This position presents a rewarding opportunity to help law school students and recent law school graduates begin their legal careers. The Associate Director will provide placement services for students in their final year of law school who have not secured employment through larger-scale recruitment opportunities. The incumbent will provide an individualized assessment of students’ qualifications and interests, and match them with potential employers and/or positions. This position will report to the Director of Employment Placement.

The incumbent will be responsible for performing the following duties and responsibilities outlined below:

• Advises and counsels students on matters related to career and professional development and the legal job search process.
• Assists students in determining their career goals and objectives; assesses articulated career interests and considers potential matches.
• Introduces students to employers with job opportunities that match student interests and skills.
• Collaborates with the career counseling team to ensure student preparedness for interviews and participation in recruitment programs based on knowledge of specific employers.
• Conducts post-interview analysis and follows up with employers to provide feedback, respond to questions, and advocate for student placements. Maintains connection with hiring decision-maker after interview.
• Engages with the employer outreach team to develop relationships with hiring decision-makers to identify and develop post-graduate fellowships, clerkships, and full-time employment positions.
• Collaborates with the employer outreach team to identify and develop specific job opportunities for students.
• Engages with prospective employers to identify hiring needs and develop post-graduate fellowship positions for graduating students.
• Supports the Director of Employment Placement in matching students with prospective job opportunities.
• Collaborates with data analysts and consultants to track where each student is in their career search trajectory, which includes tracking students from interview candidate status to employment offer and acceptance stage.
• Assists students with developing their professional social media accounts i.e., LinkedIn and other identified external resources for employment.
• Supplements list of employers and open positions to match with final year GW Law students. Regularly contacts employers regarding students seeking employment and suggests students for applications and interviews.
• Maintains positive relationships with employers, alumni, students, staff, and faculty.
• As required, represents the Career Center at national, regional, and local meetings of appropriate professional organizations and associations, and periodically interfaces with law career counselors at other law schools. Assists with the programming, coordination, and delivery during all phases of networking fairs, job fairs, recruitment programs, and other career development programs, which may include travel.
• Work on special projects as assigned by the Associate Dean, Career Development Office

The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 5 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study plus 3 years of relevant professional experience. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Additional/Required Licenses and Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• J.D. and post-admission to a state bar or the District of Columbia Bar legal work experience strongly desired.
• Experience with and knowledge of best practices for legal recruitment and placement is preferred.
• Career planning, guidance, and mentorship skills experience is desired.
• Knowledge and understanding of career practices and opportunities within local, national, and global legal communities is preferred.
• Career coaching experience and/or certification is desired.
• Excellent organizational, oral, and written communication skills.
• Experience working with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Ability to conduct and facilitate presentations in person and virtually.

Hiring Details

Hiring Range: $66,095.67 - $109,075.91

GW Staff Approach to Pay

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Health Benefits

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

Job Details

Campus Location: Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.

College/School/Department: GW Law School (LAW)

Family Student Affairs

Sub-Family Career Services

Stream Individual Contributor

Level Level 3

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Hours Per Week: 40

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes

Employee Onsite Status Hybrid

Telework: Yes

Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search

Special Instructions to Applicants: Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status

Internal Applicants Only? No

Posting Number: S014259

Job Open Date: 06/25/2026

Job Close Date:

If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:

Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.

EEO Statement: The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.