Associate Director, Employment Placement

George Washington University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 64,483 - 106,415; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition assistance

Retirement savings

Job summary

George Washington University is hiring an Associate Director to enhance career services for law students at their renowned Law School. The successful candidate will support students in securing employment through personalized counseling and job placement strategies. Responsibilities include aiding in interview preparations and developing employer connections to facilitate job opportunities.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and significant experience in career development or recruitment. The position offers a salary range between $64,483.58 to $106,415.52 alongside comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant professional experience or 3+ years with a Master's degree.
• Experience with career planning and recruitment is preferred.
• Ability to work with diverse constituencies.

Responsibilities

• Advise students on career development and job search strategies.
• Collaborate with employers to create job opportunities.
• Conduct follow-ups after interviews to advocate for students.

Skills

Career counseling

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area

Master's degree or higher

Job description

JOB OVERVIEW

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. 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.

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.

HIRE RANGE

$64,483.58 - $106,415.52

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.

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.