JOB DESCRIPTION

The Associate Director is part of the Career Services team in the Law School at Vanderbilt University and is a key individual contributor responsible for provision of career counseling for Vanderbilt Law School students. This position develops and maintains relationships with internal and external constituents to promote Career Services activities and facilitate internship programs and full-time employment opportunities. This position reports directly to the Assistant Dean for Career Services.

Vanderbilt Law School’s Career Services excels in placing well-trained lawyers in public- and private-sector positions at law firms, government offices and organizations throughout the United States. This department provides avenues for not only for students, but also alumni (indefinite/lifetime support) and external employers. Employers located throughout the United States and abroad advertise positions for experienced attorneys in a list of leads cultivated and managed by career services staff. Career Services focuses on achieving 100% employment for our students who are in high demand for their outstanding legal training, combined with the interpersonal and other important professional skills they develop during law school.

Key Functions and Expected Performance:
Career Counseling
• Provide individual counseling and advice to J.D. students, related to their career development. Assist
students in assessing career interests and recommending avenues of exploration.
• Provide J.D. students with resume evaluation, interview assistance, and ongoing coaching regarding
networking and professionalism.
• Provide advice about various types of legal practice and internships and externships, as well as
market hiring changes. Connect students with alumni by practice area and/or locale.

Outreach Efforts
• Create and maintain relationships with private employers (law firms, corporations, and professional
organizations) to facilitate increased employment of Vanderbilt students both for permanent and summer hiring.
• Schedule visits with national employers and disseminate results to other career counselors and students.
• Represent the Career Services Office at regional and local meetings of appropriate professional organizations and associations.

Special Initiatives
• Work with the Assistant Dean in developing and implementing a strategic plan that will advance the goals of the department.
• Assume responsibilities in the management of employment records and preparation of numerous and varying statistical reports.
• Assist with projects and activities including Mingle (employer event) and professional development presentations.

Supervisory Relationships:
This position does not have any supervisory responsibility. This position reports administratively and functionally to the Assistant Dean for Career Services.

Qualifications:
A minimum of 5 years of experience in legal recruiting is necessary.
A graduate level degree is necessary, Doctor of Jurisprudence (J.D.) preferred.

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ABOUT US

At Vanderbilt University , our work – regardless of title or role – is in service to an important and noble mission in which every member of our community serves in advancing knowledge and transforming lives on a daily basis. Located in Nashville, Tennessee, on a 330+ acre campus and arboretum dating back to 1873, Vanderbilt is proud to have been named as one of “America’s Best Large Employers” as well as a top employer in Tennessee and the Nashville metropolitan area by Forbes for several years running. We welcome those who are interested in learning and growing professionally with an employer that strives to create, foster and sustain opportunities as an employer of choice.

We understand you have a choice when choosing where to work and pursue a career. We understand you are unique and have a story. We want to hear it. We encourage you to apply today so that you might become a part of our story.

Vanderbilt University is an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.