Coordinator of Pre-Law Services
Binghamton University, State University of New York

Category:: Professional
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Department:: Harpur Advising
Locations:: Binghamton, NY
Posted:: Aug 28, 2024
Closes:: Open Until Filled
Type:: Full-time
Ref. No.:: 00094
Position ID:: 180401

About Binghamton University:

Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the State University of New York (SUNY) system that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character - shaped by our mission, outstanding academics, facilities, and community life - promotes extraordinary student success, research, and service; Binghamton University is where our students, faculty and staff thrive.

Working at Binghamton University is more than about having a great job - it is about having the opportunity to flourish in an exciting, engaging environment. Our faculty and staff appreciate Binghamton's collegial and inclusive culture and its commitment to excellence, education, innovation and civic engagement. Our diverse campus community contributes to our success.

Binghamton merges rigorous academics, distinguished faculty, exceptional staff, and ultramodern facilities to engage and challenge its 18,000+ students. The high-achieving Binghamton student body also represents a great diversity of life experiences, from first-generation college-goers to international students. Beyond their talent, these classmates share a desire to shape the future through technology, insight, intellectual exploration, and community service.

We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and in keeping with this commitment, we welcome all to apply, including veterans and persons with disabilities.

Job Description:

Budget Title: Senior Academic Advisor (SL-4)

Salary: $62,596

Reporting to the Director of Harpur Academic Advising, the Coordinator of Pre-Law Services leads Binghamton University's Pre-Law Advising efforts for students and recent alums interested in attending law school or pursuing legal careers. The Coordinator of Pre-Law Services works closely with faculty, advisors, and staff in a busy, collaborative environment. Responsibilities of the pre-law advisor are as follows:

Advising responsibilities:

• Provide information on the curricular and co-curricular opportunities required to develop the skills and experiences required for success in law school
• Provide advice to students applying to law schools, using rankings and other statistics
• Assist advisees with the law school application process, including personal statements, letters of recommendation, LSATs, etc.
• Provide support and offer relevant resources for underrepresented students
• Advise on the financial aspects of law school, including costs and income expectations
• Provide general academic advising to pre-law students, if appropriate
• Serve as the departmental liaison to specific Harpur College departments

Creating connections:

• Connect with pre-law student groups and faculty
• Coordinate communication with the Harpur Law Council and other alumni in the legal field. Participate in Harpur Law Council meetings several times per year, some which are held in New York City.
• Maintain and promote a network of faculty, attorneys and law students as advising resources
• Connect with pre-law advisors and law school admissions representatives
• Create and lead the BU pre-law advisory council, made up of faculty, advisors, students and other campus personnel connected with law school advising and career readiness.
• Participate in the Northeast Association of Pre-Law Advisors (NAPLA)

Programming:

• Coordinate pre-law activities on campus, including speakers, outreach, training sessions, Work with the Harpur Dean's office to coordinate the HARP 300, a four-day winter session course held in NYC
• Participate in new student orientation and admissions events
• Coordinate and attend an annual trip to visit a New York City area law school, followed by a law alumni networking event
• Develop and plan additional programming
• Coordinate the Harpur Law Council's summer law internship programs

Administration:

• Coordinate the annual campus Law Day with the Fleishman Center for Career and Professional Development
• Collect law school admission data and prepare an annual pre-law report
• Write dean's letters and process bar statements
• Review and award pre-law scholarships

Supervision:

• In addition to the primary duties, the pre-law advisor will take on the responsibility of supervising general advisors working with typical pre-law majors.

The successful candidate will be highly organized, self-disciplined, and able to work independently and as a part of a team. Candidates with a Ph.D. may have opportunities to teach as an adjunct in their discipline.

Requirements:

• Master's Degree
• 3-5 years of experience in higher education or legal setting
• Understanding of, appreciation for, and proven experience working with diverse constituencies
• Effective and professional communication skills, both written and oral
• Ability to participate in evening/weekend programming (occasional travel will be necessary)
• Exceptional public speaking and presentation skills
• Proven ability to complete responsibilities in a professional and timely manner

Preferred:

• Strong knowledge and deep understanding of college student population, particularly pre-law students
• Demonstrated understanding of law school admissions
• Experience with website maintenance, database management, and presentation software

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Additional Information:

Offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and verification of degree(s) and credentials.

Binghamton University is a tobacco-free campus.

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov

Payroll information can be found on our website https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/payroll/

Cover letters may be addressed "To the Search Committee."

Postings active on the website, accept applications until closure.

For information on the Dual Career Program, please visit:
https://www.binghamton.edu/offices/human-resources/prospective/dual-career/index.html

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
The State University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is the policy of Binghamton University to provide for and promote equal opportunity employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran or military service member status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or arrest and/or criminal conviction record unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.

As required by Title IX and its implementing regulations Binghamton University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the educational programs and activities which it operates. This requirement extends to employment and admission. Inquiries about sex discrimination may be directed to the University Title IX Coordinator or directly to the Office of Civil Rights (OCR). Contact information for the Title IX Coordinator and OCR, as well as the University's complete Non-Discrimination Notice may be found here.

Binghamton University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact: Ada Robinson-Perez, ADA Coordinator email: arobins@binghamton.edu or 607-777-3660.

Application Instructions:

All applicants must apply via Interview Exchange: http://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=180401

Deadline for Internal Applicants: September 12, 2024

Deadline for External Applicants: Open until filled

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the vacancy is filled.

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1. Resume,
2. Cover letter, and
3. Contact information for three professional references

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