University of Illinois Hiring for Assistant Director of Graduate & International Programs – College of Law – 1027506-6689 at Urbana, Illinois Full Time

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of Graduate & International Programs – College of Law

University of Illinois College of Law

The University of Illinois College of Law is seeking two Assistant
Directors for its Graduate & International Program. These positions are
based in Champaign, IL and require a routine presence in the Law
Building.

Job Summary

Provide a broad range of recruiting, advising, and teaching services and
programming to graduate and international students and alumni of the
University of Illinois College of Law.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Recruitment, Advising, Mentoring

  -Provide one-on-one academic advising to international law students
  and alumni to help ensure they make steady academic progress.

  -Assist applicants and students in understanding the structure and
  requirements of College degree and professional programs.

  -Provide ongoing 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.

  -Foster relationships with faculty and other College and University
  resources.

  -Oversee and facilitate programming sponsored by the Graduate and
  International Office.

  -Connect current students to alumni mentors appropriate for the
  student’s preferred practice areas/setting/market.

  -Assist in recruiting domestic and international students via 1:1
  outreach, by attending recruitment fairs in other countries, and
  through similar initiatives.

  -Participate in the management of partnership agreements with other
  institutions.

  -Assist with advertising campaigns and develop marketing tools.

• Teaching

  -Teach two sections of Law 500 (or the equivalent) per academic year

  -Provide educational programming throughout the year

• Administrative Responsibilities

  -Support functions of graduate and international office

  -Participate in the Office’s strategic planning efforts.

  -Other related duties as assigned

Travel Requirements

5% Occasional for job fairs, employer visits, or professional
development seminars

Minimum Qualifications

Juris Doctor from a U.S. law school and maintenance of active bar
license. Strong interest in mentoring and counseling of law students.
Two years of similar experience in higher education.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with academic and immigration landscape for international
audiences. Some legal practice experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills required.

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
December 1, 2024. The salary range for these positions is $60,000 to
$70,000. No relocation assistance will be provided.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information

Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on November 21,
2024. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or
bottom of this posting. Please upload a cover letter, resume, and three
professional references. Applications not submitted through
https://jobs.illinois.edu will not be considered. For further
information about this specific position, please contact
[email protected]. For questions regarding the application process,
please contact 217-333-2137.

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.
Ple se 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 accommodations portal , or by
contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for
Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing
[email protected] .

Requisition ID: 1027506

Job Category: Education & Student Services

Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu