Director Employer Development (HR Title: Legal ...

Job Description - Director Employer Development (HR Title: Legal Recruitment Director III) (DED00000413) Salary Range: Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications About SMU: SMU's more than 12,000 diverse, high-achieving students come from all 50 states and over 80 countries to take advantage of the University's small classes, meaningful research opportunities, leadership development, community service, international study and innovative programs. SMU is data driven, and its powerful supercomputing ecosystem - paired with entrepreneurial drive - creates an unrivaled environment for the University to deliver research excellence. Now in its second century of achievement, SMU is recognized for the ways it supports students, faculty and alumni as they become ethical, enterprising leaders in their professions and communities. SMU's relationship with Dallas offers unique learning, research, social and career opportunities that provide a launch pad for global impact. SMU is nonsectarian in its teaching and committed to academic freedom and open inquiry. About the Department: The Office of Career Services (OCS) at SMU Dedman School of Law is dedicated to empowering students to achieve their career goals in the legal profession and beyond. The department provides comprehensive career planning resources, personalized counseling, and strategic programming to connect students with a wide array of opportunities, including private practice, corporate roles, public service, judicial clerkships, and alternative careers. Our team fosters relationships with local, national, and international employers, leveraging our position in the dynamic Dallas legal market to facilitate meaningful connections. We emphasize professional development, offering workshops, networking events, and tailored support to help students navigate every stage of their career journey. About the Position: This role is an on-campus, in-person position. The Director of Employer Development will be responsible for: Actively engaging in outreach and networking to legal employers to strengthen existing relationships and create new ones. Coordinating, securing employers for, and teaching the Small & Mid-Size Firm Externship course. Marketing SMU Dedman School of Law students to legal employers. Providing extensive individual career advising to students and recent graduates and tracking employment status of those students. Educating students about the legal profession, career opportunities, and job search techniques through workshops, programs, and authoring job search resources. Serving as the OCS Diversity and Student Organization Liaison. Assisting with daily activities of the Office of Career Services as needed or directed. Essential Functions: Engages in outreach to legal employers with a focus on small & mid-size firms to generate job opportunities for law students and recent graduates. Provides individual one-on-one advising to JD students and recent graduates, reviewing resumes and application materials. Creates and implements innovative educational programming for law students. Coordinates and teaches Small & Mid-Size Firm Externship Program. Serves as the OCS Diversity and Student Organization Liaison. Attends and supports relevant OCS and Law School programs and external community events. Assists with other daily activities of the Office of Career Services as needed or directed. Qualifications: Education and Experience: Juris Doctor is required. A minimum of seven (7) years of experience is required. Candidate with prior work experience in the legal industry is required. Previous career counseling in higher education is desired. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Candidate must demonstrate the ability to work with advise law students to help them achieve their career goals. Must also demonstrate the ability to develop strong relationships and generate job opportunities. Strong presentation skills are required. Candidate with familiarity with the Texas legal market and extensive contacts within law firms is highly preferred. Candidate must possess strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills. Candidates must possess a working knowledge in Microsoft Office products (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Knowledge of social media is preferred. Prior experience with Symplicity or 12twenty is desired. Physical and Environmental Demands: Sit for long periods of time. Deadline to Apply: Priority consideration may be given to those submissions received by February 13, 2025. Deadline to apply: February 20, 2025. EEO Statement: SMU will not discriminate in any program or activity on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression. SMU offers staff a broad, competitive array of health and related benefits. In addition to traditional benefits such as health, dental, and vision plans, SMU offers a wide range of wellness programs. SMU is committed to providing an array of retirement programs that benefit and protect you and your family throughout your working years at SMU. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-02-03