Job Category
Staff & Executive – Administrative & Support
Posting Summary
Rutgers University-Newark, an urban public research university and anchor institution located in Newark, New Jersey-a city of promise-is seeking a Law School Career Counseling Officer. Reporting to the Assistant Dean for Career Development, the Career Counselor Officer plays a critical role in the management and supervision of the daily operations of the Center for Career Development,.
This position is responsible for and not limited to the following:
- Plays a key role in career counseling and professional development assistance to law students and graduates, with particular emphasis on employer relations and part-time student and alumni counseling
- Career counseling and professional development assistance to law students and graduates, developing and implementing a wide range of programs, events, and activities aimed at increasing the knowledge base of students and alumni, as well as the overall visibility of the law school in the broader legal community, and developing and implementing the law school’s employer outreach program
- Work independently within broadly defined work objectives
- Performs professional work that requires specialized knowledge of legal education, general knowledge of numerous diverse practice settings and practice areas, and practical and innovative job search techniques and strategies
- Effectively develops and manages marketing outreach strategies to encourage employers to hire law school students and graduates;
- Independently identifies strategic and geographic growth areas and develops best practices and innovative outreach programs to establish and enhance recruiting relationships, with a particular emphasis on large law firms;
- Represents and markets the law school through on- and off-campus employer visits;
- Actively engages with bar associations and other professional groups, including regularly attending programs and events;
- Supports employer diversity initiatives through outreach with the Minority Student Program and the law school’s student affinity groups.
FLSA: Exempt
Grade: 06
Minimum Salary
77919.480
Mid Range Salary
96454.480
Maximum Salary
114989.480
Offer Information
The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits
Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:
- Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
- Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
- Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
- Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
- Life insurance coverage
- Employee discount programs
Position Status: Full Time
Standard Hours: 37.50
Daily Work Shift: Day
Work Arrangement
Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.
Union Description: URA-AFT Administrative
Payroll Designation: PeopleSoft
Terms of Appointment: Staff – 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility: ABP
Minimum Education and Experience
- Requires a Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of three (3) years of experience that demonstrates knowledge and understanding of career counseling theories and methodologies for individuals and groups, career development, career coaching/advising, talent development, or similar experience, preferably in a law school environment.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- J.D
- Knowledge of the legal employment market is necessary
- Ability to market the law school to attorneys, recruiters, and other legal professionals and employers.
- Must demonstrate exemplary judgment and be able to make decisions independently within defined practices and procedures.
- Exemplary administrative, analytic, organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills, as well as excellent oral and written proficiency, are required
Preferred Qualifications
- In-depth knowledge of legal environments and legal practice experience is strongly preferred.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
- Some travel and regular evening hours are required
Posting Open Date: 04/03/2026
Regional Campus: Rutgers University-Newark
Home Location Campus: Rutgers University-Newark
City
Newark
State
NJ
