Running the Private Sector Team's OCI program
Engaging with existing private sector employers in the co-op
and OCI programs, and conducting outreach to cultivate new employer
relationships
Developing and delivering professional development training,
materials, and programming
Running the Private Sector Team's Guest Advising Program, which
connects students with practicing attorneys
Advising 3Ls and recent graduates in their postgraduate job
searches, including consistent outreach, advising, and employment
data tracking and reporting
The Assistant Director, Private Sector engages regularly with the
broader law school and legal communities through networking events
and participation in professional associations. This position also
assists with co-op and OCI administrative operations as needed.
Occasional evening and weekend work may be required to support
networking events and employer engagement activities.
Minimum Qualifications
- J.D. and at least 3 years of legal work experience in the
private sector
- Demonstrated ability to work with individuals from a wide range
of backgrounds, with a genuine interest in serving as a resource to
a diverse student body
- Strong attention to detail, problem solving skills, exceptional
organizational skills with the ability to manage time and
priorities, including multiple tasks and deadline
pressures
- Strong customer service orientation
- Technological proficiency
- Ability to attend and participate in occasional night and
weekend events to support student and employer engagement
activities as needed
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in Biglaw, student advising, career counseling,
student mentoring, student services, legal recruitment, or
professional development.
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities
Student Co-op and Career Advising (50%)
- Provide comprehensive co-op and entry-level job advising
services to students. This includes advising students on co-op
selection and post-graduate job search strategy, reviewing resumes
and cover letters, conducting mock interviews, providing guidance
to students on co-op, and advising students on short and long-term
long co-op and career planning.
- Maintain updated information about hiring trends in the legal
private sector.
Employer Outreach and Support (15%)
- Engage with existing private sector employers involved in co-op
and post-graduate recruitment programs, fostering relationships and
providing support as needed.
- Conduct outreach to develop new employer relationships,
expanding opportunities for student placements in Summer Associate
Programs and other co-op positions.
- Assist employers with the student placement process and handle
issues that may arise during co-op placements.
- Administer and execute the robust On-Campus Interviewing (OCI)
program.
Professional Development Programming (25%)
- Create and deliver professional development training,
materials, and programs to prepare students for the recruitment
process, including assisting in organizing the School of Law's 's
Law Firm OCI program.
- Execute and manage the Private Sector Team's "Guest Advising
Program," connecting students with attorneys to provide insight
into the legal profession.
- Develop and deliver group presentations to orient students to
the recruitment process, helping them prepare for initial screening
interviews and career planning.
Administrative Support (10%)
- Assist with administrative tasks as needed to support co-op/OCI
operations, ensuring smooth and efficient processes.
- Participate in miscellaneous special projects to support the
Private Sector Team and the overall operations of the Center for
Co-op and Career Development.
Position Type
Student Services
Additional Information
Northeastern University considers factors such as candidate work
experience, education and skills when extending an offer.
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit
eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid
time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as
well as commuting & transportation. Visit
https://hr.northeastern.edu/benefits/ for
more information.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, religion,
color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability
status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable
law.
Compensation Grade/Pay Type:
109S
Expected Hiring Range:
$67,855.00 - $95,845.00
With the pay range(s) shown above, the starting salary will depend
on several factors, which may include your education, experience,
location, knowledge and expertise, and skills as well as a pay
comparison to similarly-situated employees already in the role.
Salary ranges are reviewed regularly and are subject to
change.
To apply, visit https://northeastern.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/careers/job/Boston-MA-Main-Campus/Assistant-Director--Private-Sector---Center-for-Co-op-and-Career-Development_R140101
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