Located in a historic neighborhood in the nation's capital, Georgetown offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, exciting ways to take advantage of Washington, D.C., and a commitment to social justice. Our community is a tight knit group of remarkable individuals interested in intellectual inquiry and making a difference in the world. Requirements Assistant Director for Advising - Office of Career Strategy - Georgetown University Law Center Job Overview The Assistant Director within the Office of Career Strategy (OCS) (https://www.law.georgetown.edu/your-life-career/career-exploration-professional-development/for-jd-students/meet-the-teams/office-of-career-strategy/) has the primary responsibility of advising, creating resources for, and providing programming to an assigned cohort of students across our 1L, 2L, and 3L classes. They counsel students on basic job search skills - for example, resume and cover letter creation; differentiating between and applying to legal employers; interviewing techniques; networking and role sourcing; and developing a career plan. As well, they focus on supporting students during through all years of law school, including obtaining and succeeding in summer positions - as well as throughout the On-Campus Interview (OCI) process, if the student chooses to participate. Duties include but are not limited to: + Creating and implementing in-person, hybrid, and recorded programs related to the job search; + Crafting newsletters, handouts, website text, and other instructional information related to job search strategies and best practices; + Counseling individual students, including those from groups historically underrepresented in the law, on strategies to successfully apply for summer and post-grad jobs; + Collaborating with relevant Georgetown offices, student groups, state bar administrators, and other outside organizations to supports students’ job search success; and + Assisting with additional OCS/OPICS programs that support Georgetown Law students and graduates. At OCS, we find meaning each day in helping junior professionals figure out a future that excites them. And we do it in an environment that places a premium on flexibility and autonomy for our team members. If we are speaking your language so far, read on to learn more about our two core principles and what we’re looking for in a new team member. Core Principle 1: OCS is mission-driven. We are looking for people-centered professionals to join an office that is motivated by the daily interactions with creative, smart, driven, and curious students. We take pride in providing a service to those students that allows them to create their unique career plan, tailored to their specific needs and interests. In doing so, we get to experience share their excitement when a new job offer arrives or when they figure out what lights them up as a professional; and we take seriously the responsibility to help them through more challenging times. Core Principle 2: OCS prioritizes flexibility and respects its team members’ judgment and autonomy in meeting our mission. We don’t micro-manage. We structure our office only enough to support professional development and organize work equitably and sensibly – beyond that, we trust our team members to get the job done in a way that both helps our clients (the students!) and allows them to show up authentically. Hierarchy is minimal and entrepreneurship is encouraged. We manage to take the reactivity out of client service (for most of the year!). This is an environment where you can help others and feel supported by your team. Good news: we’re growing and we want to meet new team members! Work Interactions and Work Mode Designation One of the primary goals of OCS is to ensure that every student receives individualized career planning and job search advice throughout their time at Georgetown. As a member of our team of JD advisors, the Assistant Director works with other advisors to create strategies, programming, and resources for students navigating their first year of law school and beyond. We feel strongly that these students should be provided focused services that meet them where they are. Reporting directly to a Director, and the Assistant Director works closely with all OCS staff; and has significant contact with Office of Public Interest and Community Service (“OPICS”) advisors, employers, alumni, and other administrative staff in the Law Center. This position has been designated as Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation. Requirements and Qualifications + A JD or other advanced degree + At least 2 years of legal practice or years of experience working in a school administrative setting and at least 2 years of legal practice + A demonstrated commitment to equity and cultural sensitivity + Demonstrated ability to communicate with and listen to people from a wide variety of backgrounds Preferred Qualifications + Experience counseling, coaching, or advising individuals, including peers or mentees, in navigating complex processes such as taking the bar or MPRE or applying for and receiving accommodations + Ability and interest in researching and understanding bar and/or employment accommodation processes + Experience creating and implementing educational programs Work Mode Designation This position has been designated as Hybrid. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation. Current Georgetown Employees: If you currently work at Georgetown University, please exit this website and login to GMS ( gms.georgetown.edu ) using your Net ID and password. Then select the Career worklet on your GMS Home dashboard to view Jobs at Georgetown. Submission Guidelines: Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at Georgetown University you must submit a resume for each position of interest for which you believe you are qualified. Documents are not kept on file for future positions. Need Assistance: If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please click here (http://ideaa.georgetown.edu/ada) for more information, or contact the Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity, and Affirmative Action (IDEAA) at 202-687-4798 or ideaa@georgetown.edu. Need some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-687-2500. For more information about the suite of benefits, professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetown's commitment to its employees, please visit the Georgetown Works website (https://georgetownworks.georgetown.edu/) . EEO Statement: Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (https://policymanual.hr.georgetown.edu/https%3A//policymanual.gudrupal.georgetown.edu/201-Equal-Employment-Opportunity-Affirmative-Action) fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation) , disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law (http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf) . Benefits: Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website (https://benefits.georgetown.edu/staff/enrolling/) . We’re a leading research university with a heart. Founded in the decade that the U.S. Constitution was signed, we’re the nation’s oldest Catholic and Jesuit university. Today we’re a forward-looking, diverse community devoted to social justice, restless inquiry and respect for each person’s individual needs and talents. Grounded in our Jesuit, Catholic identity, the Spirit of Georgetown undergirds everything we do. Watch this video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hq3KF11PSNc) to learn more. Learn how HR CARES (https://hr.georgetown.edu/hr-cares/) for faculty and staff, nurturing an environment of mutual respect where imaginations flourish and ideas are realized to positively impact the world. Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website (https://benefits.georgetown.edu/staff/enrolling/) .