Program Manager I Student Support Services

Hiring Department

School of Law

Job Description

The University of Missouri School of Law is seeking a full-time professional to serve as Program Manager I in our Office of Career Development and Student Services. The primary responsibilities for this position will be to coordinate and implement career, professional development, and student support programs for students at the School of Law and to develop and enhance relationships with legal employers.

Duties include:

• Providing one-on-one career counseling to law students and alumni;
• Assisting law students and alumni with the development of a strategic career plan;
• Advising students on developing fundamental lawyering skills necessary or advantageous to their professional development;
• Creating and updating career-related materials for use by law students;
• Promoting Mizzou School of Law and its students to prospective employers;
• Cultivating relationships with alumni and prospective employers in order to increase employment opportunities for Mizzou law students;
• Teaching the Externship course as needed;
• Coordinating various student services programs including the pro bono certificate program, the career and professional development credit program, and student organization advising;
• Assisting with the administration of other student services, including on-campus interviewing, bar information and support, and academic advising;
• Planning programming for the career and professional development credit program, coordinating logistics with guest speakers, and managing the tracking of credits;
• Assisting with maintenance of our electronic job bank and career development website;
• Planning career fairs and networking events, both on- and off-site;
• Planning and accompanying law students to employer site visits, Bar functions, job fairs, and networking opportunities;
• Assisting with the collection of data as required for reporting to the ABA and other third parties; and
• Supervising student assistants.

Salary

$55,000 - $65,000

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.

Shift

Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm with occasional events requiring evenings or weekends

Minimum Qualifications

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.

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

• A JD and at least 2 years of legal or JD advantage experience;
• Ability to communicate with a diverse population;
• Knowledge of career development counseling and the ability to provide career advice and coaching to students and alumni;
• Excellent planning and organizational skills;
• Demonstrated experience developing and presenting materials;
• Employer-side experience with attorney or law student recruiting processes;
• A strong network of contacts with employers within and outside the State of Missouri; and
• Strong computer skills and comfort using social media.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, and educational fee discounts. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits

Diversity Commitment

The University of Missouri is fully committed to achieving the goal of a diverse and inclusive academic community of faculty, staff and students. We seek individuals who are committed to this goal and our core campus values of respect, responsibility, discovery and excellence.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy shall not be interpreted in such a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or the recruiting rights of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces or the Department of Homeland Security of the United States of America. For more information, call the Vice Chancellor of Human Resource Services/Affirmative Action officer at 573-882-4256.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Disability Inclusion and ADA Compliance Manager at 573-884-7278.

EEO IS THE LAW

To read more about Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) please use the following links:

• EEO is the Law English Version
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• EEO is the Law Chinese Version

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