Salary: $80,000.00 – $89,250.00 Annually
Location: Missoula Mountain Campus
Job Type: Contract Professional Full-time
Job Number: 202400658
Sector:
Department: School of Law/Dean, University of Montana
Closing Date: 5/27/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit:
Description
The University of Montana invites applications for an Assistant Dean of Career Development for the Alexander Blewett III School of Law. This position provides strategic leadership for the Career Development Office, overseeing programs and services that support student and alumni career success. Key responsibilities include career counseling, employer outreach, bar exam advising, and ensuring compliance with ABA and NALP reporting requirements. The Assistant Dean plays a critical role in advancing employment outcomes and strengthening connections between the law school and the legal profession. Anticipated start date July 27, 2026.
Examples of Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide career counseling, job search guidance, and professional development programming for students and alumni.
- Coach students and alumni on all aspects of the job search process, including interview preparation and employment strategies.
- Develop and deliver classes and workshops to support students in securing legal employment.
- Build and maintain relationships with employers, alumni, and members of the legal community.
- Oversee job placement initiatives, including on-campus interviews and judicial clerkship advising.
- Advise students on bar exam requirements and support bar preparation and success efforts.
- Supervise student organizations and promote community engagement.
- Manage career development resources, reporting, and compliance with accreditation standards.
- Lead financial education programming, wellness initiatives, and special projects.
Minimum Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school.
- General knowledge of legal career opportunities in Montana and nationally.
- Familiarity with legal resume development and application materials.
- Excellent written communication skills.
- Strong oral communication and public speaking abilities.
- Ability to work effectively one-on-one with law students.
- Ability to collaborate collegially with staff, faculty, and members of the Montana State Bar.
- Demonstrated professionalism, including courtesy, cooperation, and sensitivity in working with others.
- Proficiency with personal computers, web-based applications, and word processing software.
- Ability to become a member of the State Bar of Montana.
Preferred Qualifications
- Graduate of the Alexander Blewett III School of Law at the University of Montana.
- Familiarity with the Montana legal community.
- Prior experience in career counseling, recruiting, or hiring.
- Experience working with law students or training early-career attorneys.
Additional Information
Position is full-time, 1.0 FTE, MUS Contract and includes a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.
Screening of applications will begin after the closing date; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established. Complete applications received by the closing date will be guaranteed consideration.
To apply, please upload the following materials:
- Letter of Interest – addressing the stated required skills for the position
- Detailed resume listing education and describing work experience
- Three (3) professional references – Names and contact information
The University of Montana is interested in receiving applications from people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action: Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always”; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.
The Affiliation of the University of Montana (UM Affiliation) is an equal opportunity employer. UM Affiliation does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of protected class status as described in UM’s non-discrimination policy and any applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law.
Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the offer of employment. In accordance with university regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations.
References: References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. UM partners with SkillSurvey for reference checking. Applicants may receive emails from SkillSurvey to submit reference information.
Testing: Individual hiring departments within the UM Affiliation may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions.
Employment Eligibility: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM and all affiliated campuses, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9). The University of Montana will require proof of authorization to work in the United States before final hiring. Due to the September 19, 2025 Presidential Proclamation and related guidance from USCIS and the Department of State, the University may be limited in its ability to offer H-1B sponsorship. At this time, we are unable to sponsor new H-1B visas that require payment of the additional fee introduced by the Proclamation.
To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/ummissoula/jobs/5321929/assistant-dean-of-career-development-alexander-blewett-iii-school-of-law
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