Director of Career Development

The University of Maine School of Law is accepting applications for a Director of Career Development. This person helps students and graduates to make informed decisions about career paths and develop individual strategies to obtain career goals. The Director of Career Development is responsible for the administration, planning, and development of careers services for law students and alumni/ae. This position is based at The Maine Center, 300 Fore Street, Portland, ME.

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with some evenings and weekends required. This position reports to the Dean of Student Services and is an integral part of a dynamic team.

Salary: The salary range is $90,000-$95,000.

Benefits: The University of Maine System offers a highly competitive benefits package that includes (but is not limited to):

• 13 paid holidays plus earned vacation and sick time

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

• Short-term disability insurance and employer-paid long-term disability insurance

• Employer-paid basic life insurance and supplemental life insurance

• Tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents (spouse, domestic partner, and dependent children)

• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution

To learn more, please review the Benefits Information Summary ( .

Director of Career Development job description ( .

About the University

The University of Maine School of Law is the state’s public and only law school, a vital resource serving our local, regional, national, and global community.

Maine Law is an institutional public servant committed to providing an accessible and affordable student-focused program of legal education and achieving the highest standards of ethical behavior.

Our rigorous doctrinal and experiential curriculum, influential scholarship, and signature programming prepare students to practice law, promote respect for the rule of law, and advance justice for all members of society.

Qualifications

Required:

J.D. degree or a master’s degree in counseling, student personnel, higher education administration or a related discipline and strong interpersonal, counseling skills and communication skills (writing and public speaking).

License/Certifications:

Must have passed a state bar exam; current license not required but preferred.

Preferred:

Familiarity with local and regional legal markets, experience in a legal career services or recruitment position or law practice experience.

How to Apply:

Materials must be submitted via “Apply Now” below. You will need to complete an application and upload the following:

• A cover letter that describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position.

• A resume/curriculum vitae.

Important items to know about the recruitment process:

• Review of applications will begin immediately.

• Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

• Incomplete application materials cannot be considered.

• Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide three (3) names and contact information for references.

• The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screenings.

• We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship.

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability (physical or mental), genetic information, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at .

About the University of Maine System

The University of Maine System (UMS), established in 1968, consists of seven universities and the University of Maine School of Law, spread across various locations in Maine. UMS provides system-wide services and governance from these locations, leveraging the distinct strengths and collaborations among its institutions to advance strategic priorities for UMS ( and the state of Maine.

Choosing UMS means opting for a high quality of life supported by excellent benefits such as tuition waivers, robust retirement contributions, and comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability. Maine's diverse landscapes, from accessible wilderness and rugged coastline to urban centers and rural communities, offer numerous cultural activities, strong public schools, safe neighborhoods, and high-quality healthcare. Discover more about Maine's exemplary lifestyle on the Maine Office of Tourism website ( .