Manager of Pre-Law Advising - Georgetown University Cawley Career Education Center

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Manager of Pre-Law Advising - Georgetown University Cawley Career Education Center

Georgetown University's Cawley Career Education Center teaches students how to identify career opportunities that fit with their values, interests, personality, and skills. We empower students by providing resources designed to foster the development of career management skills that will serve them as competent professionals. We facilitate specialized programs and create relationships to connect students with employers and generate internship and full-time opportunities. The Cawley Career Education Center integrates the Jesuit tradition in its work with students by caring for and encouraging the development of the whole person.

The Manager of Pre-Law Advising serves Georgetown University undergraduates and alumni by providing comprehensive advising services for students interested in law school, other pre-professional schools, and graduate school. S/he has duties that include but are not limited to:

• Advises students and alumni - both individually and in groups - on the necessary qualifications and strategies for obtaining admission to pre-professional and graduate school programs.
• Assists students and alumni in making applications for these programs, and provides critiques of personal statements, resumes, cover letters, and related materials.
• Develops relationships with admissions representatives and other pre-professional school advisors to develop the knowledge and resources to best serve Georgetown students.
• Teaches one or more courses on the legal profession, workplace readiness, and other topics as appropriate.
• Advises students interested in law-related employment, arranges visits by employers, and compiles resources which will help students secure employment.
• Maintains literature and reports from graduate and professional schools, and stays current with the body of knowledge in the field of pre-professional and graduate school advising.
• Meets with undergraduate and graduate students; Georgetown University administrators, faculty, and staff; alumni; employers; parents of current and prospective students; and professionals from other universities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree
• Knowledge of the law school, other pre-professional schools, and graduate school admissions process; national marketplace of law schools, and law-related employers
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, and planning skills.
• Familiarity with basic office equipment and computer software.
• Ability to use standard word processing packages (e.g., Microsoft Word)
• Strong verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills with ability to speak persuasively to small and large groups.
• Attention to detail and follow-through on projects
• Ability to embrace and adapt to a dynamic work environment
• Willingness and availability to participate in all aspects of the Cawley Career Education Center, including working evenings and occasional weekends

Preferred Qualifications

• Juris Doctor Degree
• Experience working with students or in student services
• Knowledge of other software applications (e.g., PowerPoint, Excel) to create marketing materials and to record data

This is currently a full-time position; however, a 32-hour work week may be considered.


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Submission Guidelines:
Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at Georgetown University you must submit a cover letter and resume for each position of interest for which you believe you are qualified. These documents are not kept on file for future positions.

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EEO Statement:
Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer 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.

Benefits:
Georgetown University offers a wide variety of comprehensive and competitive benefits. Benefits packages include comprehensive health, dental and vision plans, disability and life insurance coverage, retirement savings programs, tuition assistance, voluntary insurance options (including group legal, accident, and critical illness), and much more. Whatever your need, the Office of Faculty and Staff Benefits will be standing by to support you. You can learn more about the benefits offered to eligible faculty and staff at https://benefits.georgetown.edu or view the online interactive benefits guide for more information.


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