Director of Recruitment and Employer Development

North Carolina Central University; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

TSERS Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

North Carolina Central University in Durham seeks a Director of Recruitment and Employer Development to lead career services for law students and alumni, build employer partnerships, and expand JD opportunities.

The role emphasizes strategic outreach to private, public, and nonprofit sectors, advising students on career paths, and coordinating programs with the Career Services Office to improve employment outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee career programming, counseling, and employer engagement for law students and alumni.
• Build and maintain relationships with employers to expand recruitment opportunities for JD graduates.
• Collaborate with the Career Services Office to advance departmental goals and improve employment outcomes.

Job description

Director of Recruitment and Employer Development

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application.
• Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form or those seeking National Guard Preference must attach as NG23A form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting.
• Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks, and education/license verification prior to employment.
• North Carolina Central University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Employee Benefits available to NCCU permanent employees include the following and more:

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave
• Community Service Leave
• NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
• 11-12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
• Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount and more.

Position Information

Position/Classification Title

Working Title

Working Title Director of Recruitment and Employer Development

Position Number

Position Number 619988

FLSA

FLSA Exempt

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Permanent - Full Time

Tenure Track No

FTE

FTE 1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months

Department Hiring Range

EEO-1 Category

EEO-1 Category Professionals

SOC Code

SOC Code 25-9099 - Education, Training, and Library Workers, All Other

Position Overview

Be an Eagle - Where Purpose Takes Flight!

Are you ready to make an impact? At North Carolina Central University ( NCCU ), we are more than an institution—we are a community rooted in a legacy of excellence and transformation. A historically Black university located in Durham, North Carolina, also known as ‘The City of Medicine,’ NCCU has been a cornerstone of education since 1910, fostering innovation and progress.

Join our team and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package and exclusive perks designed to support your work-life balance. At NCCU , your professional growth will be nurtured, and your contributions will help shape the future for our students and the community we serve. Become part of a legacy that drives change and achievement.

An opportunity awaits you at NCCU , where your purpose can take flight.

Visit NCCU .edu .

Employee Benefits

Employee Benefits available to NCCU permanent employees include the following and more:

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave
• Community Service Leave
• NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
• 11-12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
• Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Campus Recreation Center DiscountUniversity Bookstore Discount and more.

Primary Function of Organizational Unit

The Career and Professional Development Office provides services and assistance for School of Law students and alumni in order to support their career development and job search strategies and to establish and sustain direct links to potential employers and employment opportunities.

Primary Purpose of Position

The primary purpose of the Director of Recruitment and Employer Development position is to provide comprehensive, individualized career guidance, strategy, and support to law students and alumni throughout their law school experience and beyond. The position develops and maintains relationships with employers and works strategically to expand recruitment opportunities, including increasing the number and diversity of Juris Doctor (J.D.) advantage opportunities available to students and alumni.

The successful candidate will bring significant professional experience in either the private or public sector and will be responsible for developing, coordinating, and overseeing career programming, counseling, and employer engagement strategies within their assigned sector. The Director collaborates with the Career Services Office to advance departmental goals and strengthen employment outcomes for students and alumni.

The position provides individualized career counseling and professional development support to J.D. students and alumni pursuing opportunities in private‑sector settings, including law firms and corporations; public‑interest organizations, including summer internships and fellowships; state and federal government; and J.D.