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Job Notices for Legal Career Services, Recruitment, Professional Development, and Related Positions NALP accepts online job listings for legal career services, recruitment, professional development, and related positions. Job notices are available for $50/month for member organizations; $100/month for non-member organizations; and at no charge (for one month) to public interest and governmental organizations. (Job listings placed by search firms on behalf of a member or public sector organization are at the $100 rate unless billing is directly to the member organization.) Listings must be submitted as text only (no graphics) with a limit of approximately 300 words. NALP reserves the right to edit all job notices for length. Positions listed on this page will also be featured in NALPnow!, a biweekly e-mail newsletter sent to NALP members. To post a job online, contact Janet Smith at jsmith@nalp.org. Law School Career Services and Related Openings
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Career Services and Related Openings Assistant Director for Career Services. Posted 7/30/10. The UCLA School of Law is seeking a professional with strong networking, administrative, managerial, organizational and writing skills to serve as the Assistant Director for Career Services. In this dynamic, creative environment, the Assistant Director's responsibilities include providing career counseling to third year law students and alumni, assisting with the development of career-related educational programs and resource, and developing relations with the legal community. The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to establish rapport and gain trust with individuals and groups representing various social, cultural, economic and educational backgrounds, as well as motivate and stimulate people to effective action. The Assistant Director must be able to understand and counsel graduating students and alumni regarding the wide range of career options available to JDs as well as employ excellent marketing and oral communication skills to help connect law students and alumni with appropriate employers and increase opportunities and market scope substantively and geographically. This person must demonstrate a high level of initiative and resourcefulness to respond effectively to the career services needs of graduating students and alumni. Position requires a firm commitment to providing excellent service to students and alumni in a demanding and challenging environment. Juris Doctor Degree and/or experience working in a law school career services office strongly preferred. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. UCLA offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits program and excellent retirement plans. How to apply: Qualified and interested applicants may apply for this position using the UCLA Career Opportunities website: https://hr.mycareer.ucla.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=56686. The UCLA School of Law is an equal opportunity employer with a special interest in enriching its intellectual environment through diversity. Director of Academic Counseling and Student Organizations. Posted 7/29/10. (Columbia Law School) Reporting to the Dean of Students, Columbia Law School seeks a Director of Academic Counseling and Student Organizations whose responsibilities include providing academic and other counseling to students, providing developmental, organizational and financial advice to student organizations and developing student leadership programs. Bachelor’s degree required, law degree strongly preferred. A minimum of four to six years of relevant experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be self-motivated and able to initiate and set goals and prioritize tasks. Demonstrated interest in student development and ability to work collaboratively with diverse constituencies. Must have good judgment and be able to maintain confidentiality. For a more detailed job description with requirements, as well as instructions on how to apply for the position, please use the following quick find link: https://jobs.columbia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=119931. Columbia University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply Here. Assistant Director - Center for Public Service Law. Posted 7/27/10. (The University of Washington School of Law) Responsibilities: Provides career counseling in public service law and mentoring to students and alumni. Coordinates participation in job fairs, speaker series, externships and other programs designed to provide information about public service law careers. Reviews cover letters and resumes. Partners with Director of Externships and Director of Clinical Law Program to facilitate experiential learning opportunities in public service. Collaborates with Center for Career and Leadership Development on programming offerings relating to career opportunities. Develops working relationships with various student groups and the Law School's Student Bar Association and Public Interest Law Association to provide leadership and guidance for student organizations. Administers the pro bono program including placement of students, acknowledgement of level of efforts and marketing of the program. Assists with event planning and organization. Assists with record keeping and public relations related to administration of public service program. Fosters relationships with legal community to develop public service opportunities for law students. Participates in local bar meetings to generate interest in the public service program and its students. Fosters relationships with faculty and staff at the law school and across campus on with a focus on public service projects and activities. Other duties as assigned. Requirements: JD degree AND minimum 3 years experience in legal public service practice. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Proven track record managing programs. Prior experience working in the legal community and an understanding of the legal education environment. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Demonstrated ability to work with diverse communities. Requires computer experience including proficiency with MS Office programs. Ability to work independently and professionally under the pressure of frequent deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. Experience with career coaching and advising. To apply see details on-line http://www.washington.edu/admin/hr/jobs//. Director of Employer Relations & Student Recruiting. Posted 7/27/10. (Duke University School of Law, Career & Professional Development Center) Overview: The Director of Employer Relations will be responsible for i) deepening Duke Law School relationships with employers, and ii) managing student recruitment programs. Work will involve developing new strategic initiatives, building employer relations, running student recruitment programs, creating marketing strategies and educational programming, optimizing the use of technology and collaborating with diverse stakeholders within and outside of the Law School. This position requires a business development perspective and the ability to anticipate changes in the legal economy, as well as a detail and project management orientation to be able to create and execute complex recruiting related programs with students and employers. The position reports to the Associate Dean and will be an integral member of the Career Center team. Education & Experience: BA required; MBA preferred with marketing/business development focus and legal industry knowledge, or JD or other advanced degree with demonstrated necessary experience, will be considered. Minimum five years of professional experience is required. Legal industry knowledge, CRM experience, are as well. To Apply: All applications must be received through the Duke University electronic recruiting system. Please go to http://www.hr.duke.edu/jobs and enter the Job ID number 400418712. In addition, please email your application materials directly to Ms. Emily Sharples at sharples@law.duke.edu. Duke University and Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Assistant Director of Career Development. Posted 7/26/10. The Assistant Director of Career Development at the U.C. Irvine School of Law is directly responsible for developing and coordinating job opportunities for students. The Assistant Director develops and interprets internal and external policies affecting the operations of the Career Development Office, makes recommendations and implements decisions on administrative/operational issues affecting strategically important department functions, develops goals to meet the department’s objectives and provides employment counseling and career education for law students. The Assistant Director develops relations with the legal community, including bar associations, and expands the traditional and non-traditional employment market scope substantively and geographically. The Assistant Director also provides job placement assistance, recruits speakers and organizes and presents informational and educational workshops on career opportunities and job search skills. The Assistant Director develops career planning and placement publications, brochures, handbooks, and handouts. At a later time, the Assistant Director will extend all facets of career services to assist alumni. Salary Commensurate with Experience Work Schedule: 8-5, M-F Career Position. Some travel, evening and weekend work required. This position will remain open until it is filled. Applicants who submit qualifications before August 11, 2010 will receive priority consideration. To review the full job requirements for this opportunity, please visit the UCI jobs Web site at jobs.uci.edu. UCI offers excellent benefits including a minimum of 3 weeks’ vacation per year. To be considered for this position, apply directly on-line at http://jobs.uci.edu click on Job Listings and Find Job. No. 2010-0363. UCI is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer dedicated to excellence through diversity. Be Part of Something Great! http://www.hr.uci.edu/employment/. Director of Admissions. Posted 7/26/10. Manage development and implementation of annual marketing and recruiting plan; develop and recommend admissions goals for the School of Law. Working closely with Communications staff, formulate strategy to increase visibility of the UCI School of Law, enhance applicant pool, and increase yield of high-quality candidates in line with school goals. Collaborate to create recruitment materials and determine effective advertising and recruitment strategies. Manage recruitment program, including oversight of regional information sessions, onsite information sessions and tours, and national law school forums. Conduct individual and group counseling sessions for prospective students. Provide information on admissions requirements. Coordinate, train and oversee activities of Student Recruiters. Serve as the primary contact for all applicants. Encourage admitted students to enroll. Manage all correspondence with applicants. Respond to appeals and questions from applicants once admissions decisions have been made. Manage admissions and special marketing projects, events and activities as needed. Organize Admitted Student Day; plan and implement an effective program to ensure high attendance from admitted students. Serve as a member of the Admissions Committee. Establish admissions criteria and application procedures. Review admissions files and present recommendations to the Admissions Committee. Supervise and train team members in all stages of the admissions and application review processes. Work closely with Director of Financial Aid, Assistant Dean of Student Services, and other Law School staff in managing the award of scholarships, fellowships, and other aid. Salary Commensurate with Experience Work Schedule: 8-5, M-F Career Position. Some travel, evening and weekend work required. Position will remain open until filled, but priority will be given to applicants who submit their materials by August 11, 2010. To review the full job requirements for this opportunity, visit the UCI jobs Web site at jobs.uci.edu. UCI offers excellent benefits including a minimum of 3 weeks’ vacation per year. To be considered for this position, apply directly on-line at jobs.uci.edu click on Job Listings and Find Job. No. 2010-0345. UCI is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer dedicated to excellence through diversity. Be Part of Something Great! http://www.hr.uci.edu/employment/. Assistant Dean for Career & Professional Development. Posted 7/23/10. The Earle Mack School of Law at Drexel University seeks an experienced, motivated, and creative professional to fill the position of Assistant Dean for Career & Professional Development. The Assistant Dean will lead the School of Law’s Career & Professional Development Office and work closely with senior staff, faculty, and alumni of both the School of Law and the University to enhance professional opportunities for students and alumni. The Assistant Dean will be responsible for strategic planning, marketing and employer outreach, program design and implementation, student and alumni counseling, information management, development of policies and procedures, management of the office, and compilation, analysis, and reporting of data. This position reports directly to the Dean of the School of Law. Responsibilities: (1) Develop and cultivate professional relationships with legal employers in the Philadelphia metropolitan area, along with regional, national, international, and other local legal communities, in order to increase employment opportunities for law students; (2) Counsel students and alumni in career planning skills and job search strategies; (3) Plan, coordinate, and present educational programs and events on law career development and professionalism; (4) Manage on-campus and off-campus recruiting programs and events; (5) Keep current and knowledgeable on employment market trends and develop strategies to enhance student employment opportunities through market fluctuations; (6) Manage, produce, and disseminate multiple streams of information through various channels of communication, including website, print materials, blog, emails, newsletter, and electronic databases; (7) Gather and report data to internal and external constituencies; (8) Develop effective working relationships with University and Law School faculty, staff, students, and alumni, along with other placement professionals throughout the United States. Participate on committees and in faculty and senior staff meetings; (9) Pursue leadership positions, speaking opportunities, and committee work in local, regional, and national bar associations, NALP, and affinity groups. The full job description is available on the Drexel website at www.drexeljobs.com. Assistant Director, Office of Career Planning. Posted 7/22/10. Temple University Beasley School of Law, Philadelphia, PA seeks applications for the new position of Assistant Director in the Office of Career Planning. Responsibilities: Provide counseling to law students and alumni regarding all phases of the professional development and career planning process, including practice area identification, interview assistance, resume and cover letter review and guidance on networking. Assist on career planning team in the preparation of judicial clerkship applications. Assist in the development and implementation of programming for students. Represent Temple Law School in the Philadelphia legal community, and beyond. Perform other duties as assigned. Required Education and Experience: J.D. degree with at least one year demonstrated knowledge of the legal job market trends and legal job experience. Apply on Temple's website: www.temple.edu. Director of Career and Professional Development. Posted 7/20/10. The University of St. Thomas School of Law invites applications for the position of Director of Career and Professional Development. This position directs all activities of the Office of Career and Professional Development (CPD); develops and implements strategies for marketing UST Law graduates to the legal community and expanding local and national networks of employers and career opportunities; develops relationships with legal employers locally and nationally, with a special emphasis on public interest legal employment; assists students with all aspects of career development and job search; and supervises the staff of CPD to ensure mission of the office is accomplished. Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good. The School of Law is a close-knit community with a mission to integrate faith and reason in the search for truth through a focus on morality and social justice. The successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of these mission statements. Requirements: Master's degree and five years of professional experience required. J.D. and familiarity with the local and national legal job market and the practice of law is strongly preferred. Preference for individuals with previous experience in a counseling, client or mentoring role, particularly in a legal setting; five years of legal experience; local attorney who knows many members of the local bar and is aware of employment trends in the legal profession. The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal and administrative skills as well as strong communication skills, both oral and written; knowledge of law firm, government and public interest legal employment markets; experience with career development and marketing strategies, including use of social media; skill in designing, developing, administering and directing programs; ability to market individuals, programs, and institutions. Apply Here. Assistant Dean for Career Services. Posted 7/20/10. William & Mary School of Law invites applications for the full-time position of Assistant Dean for Career Services. The Assistant Dean reports to the Associate Dean for Career Services and Public Service Initiatives and works with a team consisting of the associate dean, a senior assistant dean, an assistant dean, a career counselor, a career services manager and a career services coordinator. Depending on the background of the selected candidate, the Assistant Dean will handle some or all of the following responsibilities: counsel students and graduates about career planning, professional development, employment options, job search strategies, resume and cover letter preparation, and interview skills; conduct skills workshops; develop and plan programs and panels; engage in employer outreach and development; contribute to development and implementation of policies and procedures; develop Web and print resources and publications; and compile and analyze data and prepare reports. A law degree or a graduate degree in career development, counseling, student services, or a related field is required. Excellent writing and public speaking abilities and strong administrative skills are required. Also required is knowledge about the legal profession, legal career opportunities, alternative professional career opportunities for law graduates, employment/professional development trends in the legal profession, or the capacity to quickly develop that knowledge through continuing education and on-the-job training. Professional experience in law practice, career services or other higher education student services, and/or legal recruiting/ professional development is preferred. Proficiency in creative uses of technology in delivering services is also preferred. Anticipated starting salary for this position is $45,000-$46,500, depending on qualifications of the selected applicant. Candidates should provide the following materials with the on-line application for position # FP098W available at http://jobs.wm.edu: a resume, a reference list with names and contact information for three professional references, and a cover letter addressed to Associate Dean Robert E. Kaplan, William & Mary School of Law, P.O. Box 8795, Williamsburg, Virginia 23187-8795. Deadline for completed applications is 5:00 p.m. on Monday, August 20, 2010. The College of William and Mary is an EEO/AA employer. Executive Assistant Dean for Career Planning and Professional Development. Posted 7/14/10. The University of Illinois College of Law seeks a motivated, creative, and experienced professional to assume a new position of Executive Assistant Dean for Career Planning and Professional Development. Ranked 21st in the most recent U.S. News ranking of top law schools, the College of Law resides on the University of Illinois's flagship campus in Urbana-Champaign and features top-notch students, a world-class faculty, and alumni who hold prestigious positions in law, business, government, and the legal academy throughout the world. The Executive Assistant Dean will lead the College's Office of Career Planning and Professional Development, report directly to the Dean, and work closely with the Dean, the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, and the College's faculty, alumni, and staff to enhance professional opportunities for students and alumni. The Executive Assistant Dean will be responsible for strategic planning, market research, marketing and employer outreach, program design and implementation, adoption of technology, development of policies and procedures, and compilation and analysis of data. A J.D. or M.B.A. with substantial experience in one or more of the following areas is required: recruitment and placement of lawyers, including, without limitation, prior experience in a legal search firm; law firm or corporate administration, including, without limitation, prior experience as a Chief Talent Officer or similar position; or law school administration, including high-level experience in a career services department. Additional selection criteria include broad knowledge of legal career opportunities and alternative careers; knowledge of employment trends and professional development issues in the legal profession; proficiency with creative uses of technology related or transferable to career planning and professional development; strong administrative and managerial skills; comprehensive vision; excellent public speaking and writing skills; the capacity to work constructively and to build effective relationships with diverse constituencies; and the ability to work both independently and in a collaborative team environment. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Please complete your candidate profile at http://jobs.illinois.edu and upload your cover letter, resume, e-mail address, and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references by 08/05/2010. Interviews may take place prior to the closing date; however, no decision will be made until after that date. The proposed starting date is as soon as possible after the closing date. For further information regarding application procedures, please contact Jennifer Rexroad, Director of Human Resources, at (217) 244-7582. The University of Illinois is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The administration, faculty, and staff embrace diversity and are committed to attracting qualified candidates who also embrace and value diversity and inclusivity. Executive Director for Career Planning and Professional Development. Posted 7/13/10. The University of Illinois College of Law seeks a motivated, creative, and experienced professional to assume the new position of Executive Director for Career Planning and Professional Development. Ranked 21st in the most recent U.S. News ranking of top law schools, the College of Law resides on the University of Illinois's flagship campus in Urbana-Champaign and features top-notch students, a world-class faculty, and alumni who hold prestigious positions in law, business, government, and the legal academy throughout the world. The Executive Director will report directly to the Executive Assistant Dean for Career Planning and Professional Development. Specific responsibilities of the Executive Director will include: expanding opportunities for students and graduates in law firms, corporations, government (including state and federal judicial clerkships), legal services and other public interest organizations through strategic employer outreach and market research; designing and implementing programming designed to expand opportunities for students, including on- and off-campus interview programs, panel discussions, workshops, mock interview programs, and large-scale networking events; offering career counseling to students; working with the Executive Assistant Dean to direct the staffing of the office and management of work assigned to professionals and support staff. The position requires a J.D. or M.B.A. with at least five years of work experience in the legal profession or legal recruitment and placement, as well as knowledge of a range of legal and non-legal careers. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Please complete your candidate profile at http://jobs.illinois.edu and upload your cover letter; resume; e-mail address; and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references by 08/05/2010. Interviews may take place prior to the closing date; however, no decision will be made until after that date. The proposed starting date is as soon as possible after the closing date. For further information regarding application procedures, please contact Jennifer Rexroad, Director of Human Resources, at 217-244-7582. The University of Illinois is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The administration, faculty and staff embrace diversity and are committed to attracting qualified candidates who also embrace and value diversity and inclusivity. Career Advisor (part-time). Posted 7/9/10. Hamline University School of Law is seeking a part-time Career Advisor in its Career Services Office. The Career Advisor will work 9:00-3:00 Tuesday-Saturday, August – April. Responsibilities Include: Career and Professional Development Mentoring and Advising (approx. 85%) — Providing mentoring and advising to students and alumni via one-on-one appointments, group presentations and events, and through a large volume of email/virtual communications; includes offering and interpreting the Myers Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI), acting as primary career advisor for weekend law students (in addition to advising weekday students), and engaging in proactive outreach. Resource Development and Administrative (approx. 15%) — Assisting the Director and Assistant Director in creating and updating resources for students and alumni; keeping current on job trends and avenues of enhancing job search techniques through membership in legal career professional organizations and by reading relevant publications and resources; and assisting with programs, events, special projects and initiatives, and other responsibilities as assigned by the Director or Assistant Director. Requirements: Juris Doctor degree; 3-5 years of career development and/or legal experience - prior experience working as an attorney is strongly preferred; interest in and experience working with law students; team-oriented professional willing to work within and master existing systems, protocols, procedures, and philosophies; excellent interpersonal, communication (written and oral), and customer-service skills; effective listening, coaching, and mentoring skills; demonstrated ability to establish and/or follow priorities and maintain focus on goals while successfully managing time and working efficiently on various projects, files, and appointments with frequent interruptions; ability to conceptualize, analyze, problem solve, and use good judgment; effective public-speaking experience; in-depth knowledge of the legal profession; interest in and ability to stay updated on current market trends, hiring practices, hot topics, etc.; interest in and ability to adapt to changing student demographics and needs, market trends, etc.; willingness to use and master technology (Symplicity manager interface skills a plus); certification to administer and interpret, and familiarity with, MBTI preferred. To Apply: Send a cover letter, resume, and the names and phone numbers of three references electronically to hujobs@hamline.edu. Career Counselor. Posted 7/6/10. The University of Minnesota Law School is seeking a career counselor to assist the director of the Career Center in delivering career services for students and alumni. The career counselor will provide professional development counseling to students and alumni via direct individual counseling and group programs. The career counselor will design and implement programs on varying career-related topics. He or she will work closely with the director to broaden and deepen relationships with employers and to develop additional marketing outreach strategies. The career counselor will also assist with developing and maintaining work-study and post graduate, externship for credit and mentorship programs as needed. Additional responsibilities include assisting with solicitation of employment data and other reporting needs for compilation of statistical requirements. To apply, see details online at employment.umn.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=88249. Recruitment, Professional Development, and Related Openings Training & Development Manager. Posted 7/30/10. Proskauer seeks a Training & Development Manager to join its Professional Development team in Boston to work collaboratively to further the firm’s strategic objective of training, developing and retaining highly accomplished and dedicated professionals. Responsibilities include: Orientation: Assist with initial orientation of new associates and laterals. Staffing: Meet with partners regarding staffing needs for associates and paralegals. Monitor associate and paralegal projects, availability and time, and staff associates on all projects. Regularly meet with associates on staffing issues to communicate, understand and ensure progression toward appropriate career development goals and objectives. Ensure that associates receive a reasonable variety of work. Liaise with other offices on staffing needs. Reallocate workload as required for transitions, leaves, fairness. Training: Develop all Boston-originated training and coordinate delivery. Assist with development and coordination of Practice Group trainings. Coordinate training originated in offices outside of Boston. Assist with resolution of CLE issues in conjunction with specialist in NY. Arrange for programs with third party vendors. Coordinate client meetings. Evaluations: Facilitate administration of evaluations and upward reviews. Assist partners with ad hoc, interim reviews or other performance issues. Mentoring and Morale: Monitor morale and ensure associates are getting appropriate experience. Oversee Mentor Program. Knowledge Management: Maintain eRooms, resource lists and other KM tools. Budget: Monitor relevant GL accounts and participate in budget planning. Other Responsibilities as Designated: Candidates should have a JD and at least 2 years combined experience at a large law firm. Candidates must have strong leadership and management skills, a commitment to diversity and excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills. In addition, candidates must be self-motivated, organized, and able to multi-task as well as effectively prioritize competing demands on time and attention. Salary commensurate with experience. Please email resumes and cover letters to Christopher Gardephe, Director of Professional Development at cgardephe@proskauer.com. Manager of Attorney Recruiting & Development. Posted 7/30/10. Latham & Watkins LLP, a premier global law firm with approximately 2,000 attorneys in 30 offices worldwide, seeks a bright, articulate, self-starting professional for our San Diego office, with more than 100 lawyers practicing in two locations - Downtown and Del Mar. The successful candidate will manage all aspects of lateral attorney hiring, the fall and summer recruiting programs, and new attorney orientation, integration and development. Leadership ability, supervisory experience, professional presence, initiative, team orientation, commitment to diversity and excellent interpersonal, organizational, management, and technical skills are a must. The ideal candidate will have a JD, MBA or other relevant advanced degree and a minimum of 5 years of experience in large law firm or professional services environment. The firm's success on the financial, diversity, pro bono and citizenship fronts, combined with a great environment and benefits, provides an ideal atmosphere in which to work. For immediate consideration, please apply on-line at www.lw.com under the Careers tab. To include a cover letter please append it to your resume and submit as one document. EOE. Attorney Development Assistant. Posted 7/30/10. The Los Angeles Office of Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP is conducting a search for an Attorney Development Assistant. The Attorney Development Assistant will provide support in all functional areas of Attorney Development including: attorney arrivals and departures, preparation of new hire paperwork and orientation; maintenance of attorney personnel records and database; coordination of attor¬ney training and programs; special projects. Responsibilities will further include, but are not limited to: serving as the primary contact for California MCLE questions; interacting daily with attorneys and staff regarding Firm policies and procedures; processing incoming expense reports and reimbursements and preparing them for approval. The successful candidate will have 2+ years related experience; professional services and attorney development/training preferred. Bachelors degree preferred. Ability to organize and prioritize numerous tasks under time constraints, strong interpersonal skills, excellent verbal/written communication skills, availability to work a flexible schedule including extended hours. Interested candidates should send their resume to larecruiting@skadden.com. SASMF is an EEOE M/F/D/V. Professional Development Manager. Posted 7/27/10. McDermott Will & Emery, a leading international law firm with 16 offices worldwide, currently seeks a Professional Development Manager. This is a firmwide position working directly with our Director of Professional Development and can be located in any of our domestic offices. The Professional Development Manager will be responsible for ensuring excellent training and support of our Transactional and Tax practices. Responsibilities include: Coordinating attorney orientation and integration programs firm-wide; Design, development and implementation of customized training programs with internal and external providers and also conducts training as needed; Implementation of career development plans and advising for Tax and Transactional practices. Ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years experience in law firm professional development or a professional services environment. Must have strong computer skills and experience with professional development software and technology (i.e. CE Manager, viDesktop, PLI) as well as proficiency with MS Office. Excellent communication and presentation skills as well as strong interpersonal skills required. Must be self directed with excellent ability to multi-task. BA/BS required; JD or other advanced degree a plus. Flexibility for occasional travel needed. Interested candidates please email resume to Elisabeth at dc_recruiter@mwe.com. McDermott Will & Emery LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/D/V. Director of Professional Development. Posted 7/22/10. Frost Brown Todd, a regional law firm with over 425 lawyers in nine Midwest offices representing clients throughout the U.S., is seeking a Director of Professional Development. The Director will be responsible for developing, implementing, and promoting a comprehensive lawyer development program that meets the business and client service goals of the firm. The Director will work together with the Practice Group Leaders and other individuals at the firm who lead the lawyer recruitment, diversity, evaluation, and advancement efforts to ensure that the associates have the development and training resources needed to grow and advance. The Director will be expected to: (i) design and integrate all professional development initiatives with the firm’s core competencies, including the first year (apprenticeship) program, legal and professional skills training, mentoring, and experiential learning opportunities; (ii) develop and manage firmwide professional skills and practice group training that includes live and distance learning courses with situational learning aspects; (iii) interact directly with personnel at all levels; and (iv) assess, measure and report the development and training results. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree and a minimum of 5 years of professional development and performance management experience preferably in a law firm or other professional services environment. A graduate degree in organizational development or law is a plus, as is experience with Project Management. Knowledge of adult learning theory, instructional design, and current technology related to web-based training and distance learning is a must. Ability to work with individuals at all levels of the organization, strong oral and written communication skills, and excellent organizational skills are required. The Director can be located in any of the firm’s offices, preferably in Louisville, Kentucky; Indianapolis, Indiana; or Cincinnati, Ohio. Travel to all offices will be expected. Please email cover letter and resume to Caren Ulrich Stacy at caren@lawyerdevelopment.com. No search firm or employment agency submissions, please. Practice Development Manager. Posted 7/16/10. Porter, Wright, Morris & Arthur LLP, a nationally recognized law firm headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, is seeking a Practice Development Manager with at least three years’ business development experience. The position is responsible for supporting the Corporate Department and acting as a single point of contact for the practice groups within the department. Must provide business development, marketing and visibility direction and work with individual group members to develop actionable goals. Candidate will be responsible for developing goals for the Firm’s corporate business development initiatives in conjunction with the Director of Marketing and Practice Development and the Corporate Department Chair. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of marketing and business development programs, excellent oral and written skills, sound judgment and discretion, and will be self-motivated and results-oriented. J.D. a plus; prior business development experience within a professional services organization also a plus. Please email your cover letter and resume, with salary history, to marketingjobs@porterwright.com. Attorney HRIS Analyst. Posted 7/15/10. (Mayer Brown LLP, New York, schedule 9:00 - 5:30, status - exempt) RESPONSIBILITIES: Serves as Attorney HRIS technical subject matter expert for assigned functional areas, providing specific expertise in areas of data integrity, data analysis, database management and report writing. Ensures appropriate security is maintained for Attorney HRIS systems and maintains end-user access to Attorney HRIS systems. Participate in meetings with management and administrative staff to analyze Attorney HRIS systems and make recommendations to improving system functionality and/or processes. Collaborate with Attorney HRIS Manager and technical staff to understand and advise on system conversions, upgrades and enhancements of Attorney HRIS systems. Works with technical and end-user staff to analyze and trouble-shoot system errors and functionality issues in all Attorney HRIS databases. Create system documentation and train end-users on all Attorney HRIS databases. Compiles complex reports for senior management, clients and media publications & is the departmental contact for knowing the breadth of data available for reporting. Analyze the Attorney HRIS reports to uncover trends, success factors and problem areas that drive decisions on key human resource initiatives such as recruiting, compliance management, diversity initiatives, etc. Oversee Attorney HRIS data audits for all systems and notify end-users and management regarding missing data elements required for accurate processing. Establishes reporting routines that provide common data needed by department end-users and senior management. Responsible for the maintenance, coordination and execution of the attorney performance review process and summer associate work assignment process via viDesktop. QUALIFICATIONS: Strong functional understanding of HRIS systems, applicant tracking systems, compliance tracking systems, billing systems, reporting tools (preferably with ADP Enterprise, PeopleSoft, ReportSmith, viDesktop, Aderant Expert, LawCruit, CE Manager); working knowledge of SQL a plus. Expert knowledge of MS Office Suite (high level of Excel skills required). Ability to handle highly confidential matters; high level of professionalism. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Bachelors degree required. Minimum of 5 years work experience in a professional services organization required (law firm experience a plus). Minimum 3 -5 years working with HRIS databases preferred. For a full description and to apply go to: http://www.mayerbrown.com. Talent Personnel Coordinator. Posted 7/15/10. WilmerHale, a successful international law firm with offices in 12 cities in the United States, Europe and Asia, seeks a Talent Personnel Coordinator in the Washington, DC office. This position coordinates and administers legal personnel related functions for attorneys at the firm, including all aspects of attorney arrivals/departures, placement, integration, retention, evaluation, compensation, and promotion. Coordinates for the DC office the spring and fall non-partner evaluation processes, including works with the legal personnel team across offices to arrange and roll out the processes, coordinates all logistics related to all department and committee meetings for each process, and monitors and conducts consistent and appropriate follow up to ensure each process is successful, remains on track and is completed by deadlines set by either Management or the Committee Chairs. Coordinates the arrival process for all attorneys joining the Washington, DC office, including orientation, internal preparations, communications, liaising with various firm departments, and other necessary activities to ensure all attorneys are successfully integrated into the firm. Coordinates bar exam-related activities, including sign-ups for bar exam review courses and payment for all bar-related expenses and bar dues for attorneys. Coordinates departure procedures for attorneys leaving the Washington, DC office and works with the legal personnel team across offices to ensure firm wide attorney departure procedures remain updated, consistent and effective in collaboration with various firm departments. Requirements/Experience: B.A./B.S. degree required. Experience in a law firm or other related legal environment or professional services firm in professional staff recruiting or legal personnel or legal career services departments preferred. Excellent interpersonal, written and organizational skills highly desired. The ability to juggle multiple responsibilities, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to take initiative and work independently, a must. WilmerHale offers an opportunity to work with Washington's best and most collegial attorneys and staff. We offer an outstanding compensation and benefits package, on-site dining room, fitness center, emergency daycare and more. EOE. Please send cover letter, resume, and salary requirements via e-mail to Staff Recruiter at JoinUs@wilmerhale.com and specify "Talent Personnel Coordinator - Requisition # 811220 " in the subject line. Administrative Assistant. Posted 7/14/10. WilmerHale is currently recruiting for an Administrative Assistant for its Talent Team in the Palo Alto office. This position provides a variety of routine support functions for the West Coast Talent Department, including: scheduling and coordinating meetings and travel; processing expense vouchers and reimbursements; maintaining department calendars; coordinating with Operations, IT and other departments to ensure proper conference room set up, materials and technology; ordering supplies as needed; creating and maintaining files; assisting callers and in person visitors; performing other clerical duties such as filing, photocopying, scanning, faxing and collating; coordinating with department staff members within and across offices; and coordinating off-site filing. Additionally, the Administrative Assistant helps with aspects of the Summer and Fall Programs, including but not limited to pre-arrival logistical and administrative responsibilities, coordination of social events and training programs, maintenance of summer workload allocation system, and collection of work evaluations. Assists with aspects of the Fall Recruitment process, including but not limited to scheduling interviews, preparing on-campus and in-office interview materials, distributing resumes and evaluation forms to interviewers, updating recruitment database with candidates’ status, compiling and distributing candidate evaluations to Hiring Partner(s). Please visit our website at www.wilmerhalecareers.com to learn more about this position. Resumes may be sent to: nechelle.defretas@wilmerhale.com. Legal Recruiting Assistant. Posted 7/14/10. (Ropes & Gray LLP, Washington, DC) JOB SUMMARY: Provides assistance to the Legal Recruiting Department in implementing processes related to recruiting and hiring lawyers and with providing administrative support for the summer associate program and fall hiring season. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (1) Inputs and updates information on lawyers and law students who apply with the firm in the legal recruiting database (Lawcruit). (2) Assists with the administrative support of the firm’s annual recruitment process, which includes the fall hiring season. (3) Ensures the integrity of the legal recruiting database (Lawcruit). (4) Generates interview schedules and assembles interview materials for candidates. (5) Enters recruiting information into the Legal Recruiting database using Lawcruit Web. (6) Communicates information related to interviews to those internally involved in the process (including lawyer interviewers, legal recruiting staff, reception staff, and building security staff). (7) Files, organizes and maintains legal recruiting files and records. (8) Greet candidates interviewing with the firm, when required. (9) Prepares correspondence to lawyers and law student applicants, as directed. (10) Assists with special projects, as directed. To view the complete job description and requirements, please visit the career section of our website at www.ropesgray.com. Manager of Attorney Recruiting Programs (Global). Posted 7/14/10. (Paul, Hastings, Janofsky & Walker LLLP, Los Angeles) Under the direct supervision of the Senior Manager, the Programs Manager is responsible for the management of Firm-wide programs and projects of the Attorney Recruiting Department. This position also reports directly to the Managing Director of Diversity and Global Talent and indirectly to the Chair of Recruiting. In this capacity, the Programs Manager will: manage interview training programs; review existing training programs; manage on-boarding, including hire agreements, offer letters, relocation services and conflicts processes; administer lateral and search firm policies; manage summer associate curriculum, initiatives and activities; reconcile related budgets; manage content development for the careers section of the Firm website; prepare, publish and update marketing materials; conduct internal survey analyses; develop recommendations to resolve challenges; hire, supervise, train and assess department support staff; adjust work schedule to accommodate global locations; travel as needed for programs, activities and events; and handle additional program-related projects as required. In addition, the Programs Manager will be expected to have: knowledge of legal recruiting and administrative policies and procedures; advanced-level written and verbal communication skills; advanced-level proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite programs. Education and Experience: Any combination equivalent to: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; at least 5 years of experience in a senior professional role, including at least 3 years of supervisory experience; previous experience in a law or other professional service firm or in law school recruiting and administration, as well as knowledge of the legal recruiting market (preferred). Please apply online at www.paulhastings.com and click on Career Center. Paul, Hastings, Janofsky & Walker LLP is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer. Senior Legal Recruiting Coordinator. Posted 7/14/10. The DC Office of Sidley Austin LLP is currently seeking a Senior Legal Recruiting Coordinator. The Senior Legal Recruiting Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating the activities of the summer associate program, fall recruiting, on-campus interviewing, and Lateral Hiring program. Duties include but are not limited to: work with Hiring, Summer and Women’s Committees, attend meetings, register for on-campus interviews, schedule candidate for interviews, prepare reports, and serve as liaison to summer associate candidates. A Bachelor’s degree, a minimum of three years attorney recruiting experience and proficiency in MS Office required. Law firm, law school recruiting and prior supervisory experience is preferred. Sidley Austin LLP is an equal opportunity employer. Interested candidates should send cover letter, resume and salary requirements to: HRDC@sidley.com. Legal Recruiting and Professional Development Assistant. Posted 7/13/10. The New York office of an International Law Firm is seeking a Legal Recruiting and Professional Development assistant who will report to the Director of Legal Recruiting and the Acting Director of Professional Development. Legal Recruiting responsibilities include: Provide administrative support to the Director and Manager of Legal Recruiting with respect to fall on-campus and in-office interview scheduling, summer associate events and training programs. Prepare for fall recruiting by completing OCI registration forms, fees and firm marketing packages; maintaining/updating on-campus recruiting calendar; confirming all hospitality suite events. Data entry of all candidates into viRecruit and maintaining files and status during recruiting season; generating all correspondence letters to candidates and travel reimbursements; scheduling all callback interviews. Preparing materials for weekly Hiring Committee meetings including resumes, transcripts and evaluations. Assisting with all aspects of the summer associate program including planning and attending all events, updating the calendar and sending reminders, coordinating travel logistics for events and maintaining summer associate work files. Handling all daily administrative tasks for the department. Professional Development responsibilities include: Assisting with the training programs and other professional development programs by scheduling and coordinating meetings and ensuring proper conference room set up, technology and materials. Providing assistance with CLE administration, including monitoring CLE trainings, managing the Reqwired CLE tracking software, tracking bar admission dates, maintaining CLE files, processing state bar registration forms and bar association membership fees, and coordinating off-site CLE filing. Maintaining attorney evaluation files, including data entry into viEval. Assisting with the engagement of temporary attorneys. Handling all daily administrative tasks for the department, including processing expenses and reimbursements, filing, photocopying, scanning and faxing. Requirements include: Must have Bachelor’s degree and 1 year of professional service work experience. Must have strong computer skills. Must be flexible to adjust hours to meet operating needs. Must be highly organized, detail-oriented, efficient and able to handle time sensitive projects. Must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Salary is commensurate with experience. Interested candidates should mail a copy of their resume to: legalrecruiting@kramerlevin.com. Lawyer Development Coordinator. Posted 7/13/10. Excellence, integrity, cooperation, individual respect, enthusiasm and pursuit of improvement. At Orrick, these core values make for a great place to work. Our over 1000 attorney law firm is committed to providing the highest quality of legal service to advance the welfare of our firm and our clients. With offices throughout the United States, Asia and Europe, Orrick's goal is to become recognized as one of the greatest law firms in the world. This is an exciting time to join Orrick We currently have an excellent opportunity in our San Francisco office for a Lawyer Development Coordinator. Overview: This new position involves providing administrative support and coordination in the following areas: logistics and material preparation for firm-wide retreats and other training events; ensure the firm's adherence to all necessary provisions set by the state bar to maintain good standing of MCLE provider status; provide general assistance with associate review committee meetings, create and oversee Lawyer Development Library, conduct research on various subjects, provide on-site training coordination for all training programs, communicate with attorneys and coordinate with external vendors about training programs. Requirements: 2+ years business experience, possibly as a paralegal or in another law firm role requiring excellent communication and organizational skills. Advanced Excel, MS Word, PowerPoint, and Access are important, as are clerical skills, typing, proofreading, spelling, and grammar. Ability to work independently and generate creative solutions, but also work as a team player; must demonstrate sensitivity to confidential attorney matters and have a strong interest in training and lawyer development. Some travel will be required. Orrick offers a friendly work environment, competitive salary, and excellent benefits. Please visit www.orrick.com for more information about the firm. Please send resume and cover letter to: sfjobs@orrick.com. No phone calls please. This is Orrick Job# 198158. AA/EOE. Development and Diversity Specialist. Posted 7/12/10. Established in 1911, Thompson Hine today is among the largest business law firms in the United States. For the last several years, the firm has been named one of the Best Corporate Law Firms in America (in an annual survey of corporate directors conducted by Corporate Board Member magazine). With more than 370 lawyers in eight cities, Thompson Hine serves premier businesses worldwide. We are seeking candidates for a full-time position located in our downtown Cleveland office. The position will report to the Manager of Development & Diversity. The individual chosen for this position will perform analytical work on projects and activities while working independently and with little supervision. As a result, we are seeking candidates with a high level of attention to detail and high standards for accuracy and quality. In addition, this individual must be able to multitask and communicate effectively. Specific responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Administer Continuing Legal Education (CLE) credit for firm-wide programs. In addition, research, analyze and communicate the requirements of various states. Develop and maintain the Development & Diversity budget. Track all expenditures, code and process all applicable check requisitions. Analyze data and report budget status and trends. Assist with the development and coordination of firm-wide lawyer training programs. Coordinate or assist with any Women's Initiative, Diversity Committee, and Lawyer Personnel Committee projects. Assist with all aspects of the non-partner lawyer performance evaluation and compensation processes, including analysis and reporting. Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree required. Three to five years of coordinator level or other related experience required. For confidential consideration, please send resume and salary requirements to Thompson Hine LLP, Attn: Human Resources, 3900 Key Center; 127 Public Square, Cleveland, OH 44114-1291 or e-mail to HR@ThompsonHine.com. Equal Opportunity Employer. Director, Professional Recruitment & Development. Posted 7/6/10. The Washington, DC office of Finnegan, one of the world’s leading and largest intellectual property law firms, is seeking a Professional Recruitment and Development Director to handle the daily oversight, supervision, long range planning and strategic development of the Washington, DC, Atlanta, GA, Cambridge, MA, Palo Alto, CA, and Reston, VA attorney recruiting and professional development programs. Responsibilities include developing Firm-wide attorney training and development programs; directing all aspects of the attorney recruiting, performance management and compensation processes, and associate retention and development. The Director will collaborate on firm-wide diversity and inclusion initiatives and serve as a liaison between attorneys and the partnership. Successful candidates will have a Bachelor’s Degree; however, a Juris Doctorate or advanced degree is preferred. Candidates must have ten or more years of law firm experience overseeing attorney recruiting, summer associate programs, lateral associate recruiting, and new attorney pre-arrival and integration activities. Experience building a comprehensive strategy for the long-term professional development and retention of the Firm's attorneys is imperative. Outstanding analytical and communication skills; critical thinking, initiative and a demonstrated commitment to legal profession are critical. The firm offers an excellent compensation and benefits package and is an equal opportunity employer. To apply for this position, please send your resume and cover letter to: Chelsea.Lewis@finnegan.com. Professional Development and Recruiting Assistant. Posted 7/6/10. (Washington, DC office) Venable LLP, one of the top 100 law firms in the U.S., is seeking an assistant to provide administrative support to the Recruiting and Paralegal Manager. Responsibilities include processing resumes for legal staff positions, scheduling interviews and assisting with various recruitment events/programs. Will also provide support to the Director of Professional Development, including preparing orientation schedules, scheduling meetings/workshops, tracking continuing education credits for legal staff and other related administrative support. Requirements include a minimum of one year of related experience, typing speed of 45 wpm, and working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. Venable provides a comprehensive benefits package, a competitive salary, and excellent working conditions in a professional environment. Visit our Web site at www.venable.com. Please respond to: Venable LLP, Attn: HR Dept. , 575 7th Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20004; or email careeropp@venable.com. EOE M/F/D/V. Marketing & Recruiting Coordinator. Posted 7/1/10. Locke Lord Bissell & Liddell LLP, a national law firm, has an immediate opening for a Marketing & Recruiting Coordinator. This position supports the New York office in all aspects of law school recruiting and marketing. To qualify for this challenging position must have a B.A in Marketing or related field, minimum of 5 yrs. previous exp. in marketing with emphasis in event management and familiarity with law school recruiting processes. The ideal candidate will possess excellent written, verbal and organizational skills and will also be proficient in MS Office Suite including Powerpoint and Excel. Responsibilities include: assist in planning/implementing firm’s business development and recruiting projects and events (in-house seminars, sporting events, client dinners, conferences, etc.); create/manage annual marketing and recruiting budgets and business development reports; assist with client proposals and serve as the point person for local business development initiatives; research speaking opportunities; serve as recruiting contact for diversity initiatives; work with director/manager in coordinating in-house CLE programs; assist in preparation of new attorney hires; and prepare all correspondence for the Texas offices recruiting efforts. We offer excellent benefit/salary package and an opportunity to be part of a professional team. Please send resume to: Lock Lord Bissell & Liddell LLP, recruiter@lockelord.com, Fax# 312-443-0530. Diversity Coordinator. Posted 7/1/10. Dewey & LeBoeuf LLP is seeking a Diversity Coordinator to assist in the coordination and implementation of firm diversity initiatives. This individual will work in conjunction with the Diversity Manager and Diversity Committee. Project work will include organization and coordination of diversity surveys, client requests, demographic reports, diversity events and training programs. This individual will also work in recruitment and on outreach initiatives at diversity job fairs, the firm's law school ambassador program as well as Sponsors for Educational Opportunity, Development School for Youth, Prep for Prep and Practicing Attorneys for Law Students. A bachelors degree is required for the role. The individual must be extremely organized with great attention to detail and strong motivation. Strong interpersonal skills and customer service orientation are mandated as there will be frequent communication with professionals and outside clients. Also technical literacy and strong writing and communication skills are required. In order to apply or view the full posting, please click: http://careers.peopleclick.com/careerscp/client_deweyleboeuf/int1067962900/gateway.do?functionName=viewFromLink&jobPostId=387&localeCode=en-us.   
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