Associate Director of Career Development

Pepperdine University Caruso School of Law is seeking an Associate Director of Career Development to guide and advise students on their career paths. The Associate Director of Career Development works directly with students on their career development and professional skills training, and collaborates with the CDO team to prepare resources, provide programs, and expand opportunities for employment.

Duties

• Counsel students in career planning, job search strategies, resume and cover letter preparation, interviewing skills, and networking in the diverse legal market and other professional career interest areas as part of the Career Development Office (CDO).
• Manage the CDO’s in-house, business, entertainment, real estate, alternative career, and other alternative jobs programs; individually counsel students, liaise with legal employers, plan and attend events for students, update written materials, plan and give presentations; research and keep current on suggested application timelines and hiring plans.
• Coordinate training skills workshops and internal programs, including the CDO’s portions of the Professionalism Course for 1Ls.
• Assist with management of the on-campus interview (OCI) program.
• Foster effective working relationships with employers, students, alumni, staff, and other placement professionals.
• Research and record employment outcomes to aid in preparation of employment reports.
• Assist with maintaining and enhancing CDO databases and resource materials.
• Participate regularly in alumni and employer networking functions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Uphold University mission through work performed.

The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Skills and Qualifications

Required: J.D. degree; 2+ years’ legal experience; Excellent interpersonal and motivational skills; Strong problem-solving and organizational abilities; Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with students, alumni, staff, faculty, and employers; Strong commitment to diversity and ability to work effectively with individuals from different backgrounds; Superior oral and written communication skills; Ability to effectively handle and meet deadlines; Strong technology abilities, with high degree of comfort using Microsoft Office and Google Suite.

Preferred: One or more years in business/corporate, in-house, entertainment, or other transactional law firm experience; Experience in career development/coaching; Ability to communicate and market the services and programs of the CDO to potential students, current students, employers, faculty, and staff.

Qualified individuals should be able to articulate a strong commitment to diversity, and have the ability to work effectively with individuals from different backgrounds.

Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal, education, and employment screening. The University conducts such screenings in compliance with applicable laws and with the objectives of evaluating risk and supporting a safe environment for students, faculty, staff, and guests; safeguarding key University assets including people, property, information, and the University’s reputation; and providing comprehensive job-related information to University leaders to enable them to make prudent hiring decisions. Qualified individuals with criminal histories will be considered for employment in compliance with applicable laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.

This is a Regular, Exempt, 40 hour per week position.

Expected Pay Range: $87,000 – $94,000 per year

The above pay range reflects what Pepperdine University reasonably expects to pay for this position at time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on relevant factors such as work experience, market conditions, education/training, and skill level. In addition to base pay, Pepperdine offers a robust and highly competitive benefits package.

Pepperdine is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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