Associate Director, Center for Professional Development and Career Strategies

Job Description - Associate Director, Center for Professional Development and Career Strategies (26000605)

Job Description

Associate Director, Center for Professional Development and Career Strategies - 26000605

Description

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Associate Director, Career Development

Career Development

Georgia State University

Atlanta Campus

Part of one of the Southeast's largest comprehensive research universities, Georgia State Law is a dynamic urban-centered law school located in the heart of Atlanta with approximately 650 full-time and part-time students.

These are very exciting times for Georgia State Law. We are growing and we are excited that you are interested in becoming a part of our team. Our organization includes individuals who are empowered to use their talent to achieve our mission which includes accessible education, impactful research, and service to our communities.

Georgia State Law currently seeks applicants for the position of Associate Director of Career Development. This position will advise students on job search application documents and search strategies, and create and deliver career and professional development programming and materials. The person in this role will also cultivate new and strengthen existing relationships with employers and alumni to maximize student employment outcomes.

WHAT MAKES The College of Law A GREAT PLACE?

• Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc.
• A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners.
• Professional development opportunity and mentorship
• A rapidly growing center within an academic setting

HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO:

Essential duties of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinates local, regional and national job fairs (20+) and formal internal fall and spring interview programs; Assists with career track/curriculum, Manages 5-6 educational and informational career seminars and workshops per semester. Assists with the implementation of mock interview programs. Participation and creation of departmental program including 1L class curriculum, career resources, job search workshops, specialty presentations and communications including production of weekly student newsletter.
• Manages career advisement. Provides individualized career counseling for law students and alumni including, one on one counseling session, exploration of practice area interests, resume and cover letter creation, development of interview skills and networking strategies, and facilitation of career progression.
• Manages data collection and verification of reports for required annual employment outcomes.
• Serves as professional development ambassador. Actively works to help build positive school and student reputation within the larger legal and overall employment community. Attend alumni events and Bar events. Assist with identification and development of employment opportunities and expand employer outreach both in state and out of state. Build and maintain strong relationships within the COL including faculty, staff and student organization, contribute to cross departmental collaboration. Meet as requested with prospective and admitted students. Attend Consortium, ALRA, NALP and Symplicity training events.

Benefits - The University System of Georgia (USG) provides comprehensive benefits to Georgia State employees. USG offers healthcare, dental, vision and other benefits, as well as retirement plan options. https://hr.gsu.edu/benefits/

USG Retirement Options

• Optional Retirement Plan -- ORP is a 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan. Employees contribute 6% and USG contributes 9.24% to the plan. Employees are immediately vested.
• Teacher Retirement System -- TRS is a Defined Benefit Plan, a traditional public pension plan. Employees contribute 6% and USG contributes 20.78% to the plan.

Your retirement benefit is calculated by factoring years of service, final salary and 2% multiplier. Employees are vested after 10 years.

• TRS and ORP Comparison

Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) -- Full-time employees enrolled in a USG degree program may earn their degree for free. Find the TAP details here.

Disclaimer: This job requisition provides a high-level job definition. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this job requisition may change at the discretion the employee's direct supervisor.

Qualifications

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Minimum Hiring Qualifications:

Bachelor''s degree and four years of supervisory/management experience; or a combination of education and related experience.

Preferred Hiring Qualifications:

• Experience working in a university or college career services.
• Career counseling, knowledge of the legal industry and public speaking skills are highly sought.
• Obtained a Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

Salary offers will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications in relation to the Minimum Hiring Standards. Candidates earlier in their careers are typically offered salaries closer to the minimum of the hiring range, while those with more advanced or relevant experience may be considered for compensation at or above the hiring range.

College/Business Unit

: College of Law

Department: Law Career Services

Location

: Atlanta Campus

Shift: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Monday - Friday. Include occasional evening and weekend events.

Salary : $66,600 - $82,000

Pay Grade: 21

FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Type: Full Time (Benefits Eligible)

Job Posting

: 04/28/26, 12:01:57 AM

Closing Date

: 05/10/26, 9:29:00 AM

Special Instructions:

To be fully considered for this position all candidates must submit the following at the time of submission:

• A complete and accurate GSU application, Resume, Cover Letter (Recommended)

Final candidates must provide three professional references.

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Georgia State University ValuesCOMMUNITY: Fostering a distinctive shared identity and common purpose across our multi-campus university, IDENTITY, PLACEMAKING & BELONGING: Respecting the dignity and value of all people and perspectives through honorable conduct based on engagement, fairness, access, and civility, TRANSFORMATION: Intentionally pursuing knowledge, practice, and scholarly rigor to inspire lifelong learning, and to make our community and the world a better placeINTEGRITY: Adhering to our values, mission, and the truth through respectful cooperation and effective stewardship of resources, EXCELLENCE: Achieving the highest standards and distinction in teaching, research, and service, STRATEGIC INNOVATION: Embracing invention and creativity in the pursuit of meaningful discovery using our collective talents USG Core Value StatementThe University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment OpportunityGeorgia State University is an equal opportunity employer with regard to veterans and individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability,, genetic information, or protected veteran status. Background CheckSuccessful candidate must be able to pass a comprehensive criminal background investigation and other background searches as applicable to the job such as credit check and Motor Vehicle Record. Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime: Georgia State University is committed to its students'' and employees'' safety and security.It complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) to provide information on certain crimes on campus. This position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority, ensuring that reported crimes are routed to the appropriate University office.

Please note, Georgia State University's career board updates daily and requisitions are subject to be removed without prior notice or before the posting expires.

Georgia State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual''s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status.