Associate Director of Career Planning and Professional Development – Law
College of Law
Job Summary
Provide career counseling, advising, and outreach services to students and alumni of the University of Illinois College of Law. Duties & Responsibilities
- Law Student Advising
* Provide one-on-one academic advising to law students, including course advisement and program requirements. Assist students in understanding the structure and degree requirements of the JD program to assist them with their professional development.
* Provide ongoing academic advising support for students with increased availability at critical and high-volume advising times such as mid-semester deadlines, priority course registration periods, and other designated times throughout the academic year. - Law Student Career Counseling
* Provide one-on-one career development advising services to law students focused on individual practice areas, settings, and/or markets. - Marketing and Employer Outreach, Research, and Reporting
* Participate in the implementation of employer outreach strategies, and market the College of Law and its students to employers and prospective employers; including traveling to target markets and alumni events.
* Present programs on employment, hiring, and marketing trends for legal employers upon request (how to best recruit and market to our students and alumni).
* Research and analyze trends in legal and other hiring markets.
* Strengthen relationships with employers and alumni. Interact regularly with alumni seeking to assist the College of Law by providing mentoring and employment opportunities.
* Oversee and facilitate programming sponsored by the Office of Career Planning and Professional Development.
* Connect current students to alumni mentors appropriate for the student’s preferred practice areas/ setting/ market. - Administrative Tasks
* Serve as liaison/representative for every job fair that College of Law students participate in and/or the College of Law co-sponsors.
* Manage and update Job Fair intranet page.
Additional Physical Demands
Normal office setting Minimum Qualifications
Juris Doctor from a U.S. law school.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Communicate effectively with others.
Appointment Information
This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after June 16, 2026 . The salary range of employees currently holding equivalent positions is $70,000-$80,000. This position is not eligible for any type of sponsorship for work authorization.
Application Procedures & Deadline Information
Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on 05/22/2026. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Devin Scheidemantel. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign – the state’s flagship public university and one of the world’s leading research institutions – every staff member helps shape what’s next. Founded in 1867, Illinois is home to a vibrant community of 59,000 students from all 50 states and 129 countries, supported by 15 colleges and instructional units, more than 20 research institutes, and one of the most comprehensive student service ecosystems in the nation. Whether you’re empowering first-generation students, fueling breakthrough innovation, or strengthening communities across Illinois and beyond, your work here has a far-reaching and deeply meaningful impact. The university offers a highly competitive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and financial security. Join a top 10 public university that has launched over 330 startups and continues to redefine excellence – where the Illinois Value Proposition ensures that your contributions are recognized, your potential is nurtured, and your career can thrive.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Accommodations may also be requested on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions, or religion. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodation portal, or by contacting the Office for Access & Equity at 217-333-0885, option #1, or accessibility@illinois.edu.
Requisition ID: 1035569
Job Category: Education & Student Services
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu
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.
