Career Advisor

Mitchell Hamline School of Law is seeking a full-time Career Advisor to support students in developing their careers and securing employment during and after law school.

Responsibilities

• Career Advising
  • Provide one-on-one counseling to law students on career development and job search strategies.
  • Stay informed about trends and developments in the legal industry.
  • Assist students in exploring career paths and gaining relevant experience.
  • Partner with students to develop job search strategies, polish application materials, practice interview skills, and formulate negotiation strategies.
  • Use 12twenty to track engagement activities with students and employers, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records.
  • Track and report on student employment outcomes.
  • Reach out to assigned students at least once per school year.
  • Develop collaborative relationships with student organizations to share resources.
  • Advise students on experiential learning opportunities in coordination with team members.
• Programming and Materials
  • Develop, plan, and execute career-related programming and events.
  • Create and maintain job search resources, such as tip sheets, job postings, and networking opportunities.
• Employer Outreach
  • Stay informed about employment opportunities and career paths to advise students effectively.
  • Build and maintain relationships with potential employers.
  • Coordinate with externship hosts for timely vetting and maintain externship records.
  • Perform additional projects and tasks as required by department needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree.
• Preferred Qualifications
  • Master’s degree in Counseling, Higher Education, or a related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in recruitment, career advising, student services, or academic advising.

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills, including collaboration, conflict resolution, problem-solving, and decision-making.
• Strong organizational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse student and alumni population.
• Ability to work independently without close supervision.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Willingness to work occasional nights and weekends as required.

Pay

The anticipated salary range for this position is $53,000 - $74,000 per year, depending on qualifications.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life/AD&D insurance (covered by MHSL)
• Optional life insurance
• Disability benefits (covered by MHSL)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 403(b) Retirement plan with a generous employer match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible work schedule, with the opportunity to work remotely 1-2 days per week after the initial training period (dependent on department/school needs).