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University at Buffalo · 7 hours ago

Career Planning and Development Officer and Associate Director of the Advocacy Institute

Buffalo, NY

Part-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

University at Buffalo is seeking a Career Planning and Development Officer and Associate Director of the Advocacy Institute. The role involves supporting strategic planning and program development, managing advocacy education initiatives, and providing career counseling to law students.

EducationHardwareKnowledge ManagementUniversities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Support Co-Directors in strategic planning, program development, and delivery of comprehensive advocacy education initiatives

Coordinate all administrative aspects of advocacy programming, events, competitions, and fundraising activities

Manage correspondence, scheduling, travel arrangements, registration processes, and external competition coordination

Assume primary logistical responsibility for signature UB Law-hosted competitions, including:

Buffalo Niagara Trial Competition and National Trial Competition

Desmond and Weschler Moot Court Competitions

National ADR Competition

Create and maintain comprehensive programmatic files, budgetary tracking systems, and administrative documentation

Coordinate and support Trial Advocacy, Moot Court, and Dispute Resolution Programs, ensuring seamless integration with academic curriculum

Facilitate student team preparation, coach coordination, and competition logistics

Participate in coaching within Advocacy Institute programs

Coordinate, administer, and attend law school, legal community, and external professional events that enhance student, employer, and alumni relations

Represent the Career Services Office and Advocacy Institute at local, regional, and national professional gatherings

Increase institutional exposure and visibility through strategic event participation and relationship building

Cultivate new employment opportunities and partnerships through proactive community involvement and networking

Develop and maintain professional relationships that directly benefit student career outcomes and institutional reputation

Coordinate cultivation events and initiatives that strengthen the School of Law's position within the broader legal community

Cultivate and maintain strategic relationships with legal employers, alumni, and industry professionals

Serve as primary liaison for employer recruitment initiatives, job postings, and partnership development

Coordinate and execute employer engagement activities including information sessions, networking events, interviews, and job fairs

Develop innovative approaches to employer outreach and relationship building

Manage employer database and communication systems to ensure effective ongoing engagement

Facilitate employer feedback processes to continuously improve student preparation and program effectiveness

Provide individualized career counseling and guidance to law students at all stages of their career journey

Advise students on job search strategies, interview preparation, resume development, and professional networking

Assist students in identifying career paths aligned with their interests, skills, and market opportunities

Maintain student interaction records and follow-up protocols to ensure comprehensive support

Serve as primary contact point and office manager for Career Services and Advocacy Institute operations

Develop, monitor, and manage comprehensive budgets for both divisions, ensuring fiscal responsibility and strategic resource allocation

Ensure timely job posting and manage all aspects of job posting workflows including approval/rejection processes, employer relationship coordination, and application material delivery; configure and oversee on-campus interview scheduling systems; coordinate job fairs and career events through the platform; maintain employer databases and facilitate employer engagement activities through the system's CRM functionality

Provide technical support for students, staff, and employers using the platform; troubleshoot system issues and coordinate with 12twenty support for resolution; train users on platform functionality; implement system updates and new features; ensure optimal platform performance and user experience across all modules including Career Services Hub, Outcome Data Analytics, and Employer Relations Management

Maintain primary responsibility for data collection, analysis, and maintenance within the 12Twenty career management system

Plan and facilitate logistics of on campus interviews, career fairs, weekly departmental offerings, and periodic large-scale departmental events

Plan and execute strategic planning initiatives, coordinating long-term goals with day-to-day operational needs

Qualification

Career counselingEmployer engagementEvent coordinationBudget managementStrategic planningNetworkingAdministrative supportTechnical supportRelationship building

Required

Support Co-Directors in strategic planning, program development, and delivery of comprehensive advocacy education initiatives

Coordinate all administrative aspects of advocacy programming, events, competitions, and fundraising activities

Manage correspondence, scheduling, travel arrangements, registration processes, and external competition coordination

Assume primary logistical responsibility for signature UB Law-hosted competitions, including: Buffalo Niagara Trial Competition and National Trial Competition, Desmond and Weschler Moot Court Competitions, National ADR Competition