School of Law, Professional & Career Development Center
The position will report to the Director of the Professional & Career Development Center of the School of Law.

This position supports and coordinates activities of the Professional & Career Development Center at the School of Law, which offers employer services and career planning and professional development services for law students and alumni. Functioning as the Program Manager I, primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

* Working with the team (Program Manager I and Sr. Student Services Coordinator of Career Services) to plan and implement student programs and services offered by the Law School's Office of Career Services;
* Managing a Career Development Program for law students;
* Assisting in the American Bar Association and National Association of Law Placement data collection processes;
* Advising and assisting law students and alumni with resume writing, cover letter writing, mock interviewing and interview strategies, career planning, and search strategies;
* Collecting data and preparing reports;
* Working effectively with students, alumni, colleagues, other departments, professional associations, and employers.

A Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

* A Juris Doctor Degree or a master's degree in Guidance and Counseling or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired is necessary. Experience in career advising is necessary, but can be met by counseling of interns, clerks or junior associates.

* Superior interpersonal, administrative, and computer skills are essential. Knowledge of the legal profession, trends in legal employment opportunities, connections with the legal community, and a genuine interest in helping students and alumni are necessary.

$50,367 - $60,367 annually commensurate, with education, experience, and internal equity.

Application review will begin on March 25th, 2024. Applications will be accepted until this position is filled.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at

Values CommitmentWe value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit or call Human Resources at 816-235-1621.To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.