Assistant Director of Student Success Programs

Law

The University of Missouri School of Law is seeking a full-time professional to serve as Assistant Director of Student Support Services. This position is a full-time, twelve-month position that will assist our Career Development Office, Academic Success, and Bar Support Services professionals in guiding students through law school, graduation, and the bar exam. The primary responsibilities for this position will be to advise law student regarding career opportunities and academic requirements; coordinate and implement career and professional development programs for students; coordinate academic success programs available to all students; and assist with our bar exam support programs, both during the academic year and in the summer.

Duties include:
* Counsel law students on professional development, lawyering skills, legal writing and analysis, and bar preparation strategies.
* Provide individualized career advising and strategic career planning support to law students and alumni.
* Work with experienced professionals to develop, coordinate, and deliver career, professional development, academic success, and bar support programs.
* Teach the Externship course and assist with instruction in foundational academic skills, as needed.
* Coordinate the Dean's Fellows program, including scheduling sessions, recruiting and supervising fellows, overseeing lesson development, and approving timesheets.
* Collect and analyze data for the ABA and other reporting requirements; supervise student research assistants as needed.
* Collaborate with faculty and staff to promote student academic achievement, professional development, and overall success.
* Cultivate relationships with alumni, employers, and professional organizations to expand employment and networking opportunities for students.
* Plan and coordinate career fairs, networking events, employer site visits, bar association functions, and other professional engagement opportunities.
* Assist with maintaining and updating career development resources, including the electronic job bank and career services website.

8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday is standard although occasional travel and work outside of these hours may be necessary

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

The ideal candidate will possess a J.D. and at least one year of legal practice experience. Candidates without a J.D. may be considered if they have at least three years of relevant experience in human resources, legal recruiting, higher education advising, educational program management, bar preparation instruction, academic success, or a related field. A strong network of legal employer contacts is preferred.

Additional preferred qualifications include:
* Excellent oral and written communication skills
* Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and relationship-building abilities
* Ability to work effectively with a variety of constituencies and foster a collaborative work environment
* Outstanding academic credentials and relevant professional experience
* Knowledge of legal education, learning sciences, and student success strategies
* Proficiency in data collection, analysis, and reporting

Salary Range: $65,000 - $80,000 annually

Grade: GGS-9E

University Title: Program Manager I Student Support Services

Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Resume, cover letter, and three references

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.