Part-Time, Temporary Pre-Law Advisor
Quinnipiac University

Job no: 496240
Work type: Temporary
Campus: Mount Carmel - Hamden, CT
Categories: Staff

Overview:

Quinnipiac University invites applications for a part-time, temporary, non-benefits-eligible Pre-Law Advisor. This role will be pivotal in guiding and supporting pre-law students in their career aspirations. This position requires a dynamic individual with experience in advising and counseling, as well as a deep understanding of the legal profession. The advisor will be responsible for 1) coordinating the 3+3 Bachelor/JD program in collaboration with the School of Law and the undergraduate schools/college; and 2) serving as the undergraduate pre-law advisor.

This position will conclude on or around June 30, 2025. The rate is $30.00 an hour for approximately 15 hours per week.

About Quinnipiac:Quinnipiac University is a private, coeducational institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university currently has an enrollment of 9,000 students in more than 130 degree programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Education, Computing, and Engineering, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and the College of Arts and Sciences. Our 21 Division I teams have achieved remarkable success, boasting multiple conference titles. This includes a 2023 NCAA National Championship win in ice hockey, a three-time defending national champion women's rugby team, and a trip to the Sweet 16 for our women's basketball team. The Quinnipiac University Poll is nationally recognized as a leader in public opinion research, and the university is consistently recognized by U.S. News & World Report and Princeton Review's "The Best 388 Colleges." The university is in the midst of program expansion and renewal for both traditional and adult learners, attraction of diverse communities, development of innovative corporate partnerships, and construction of an ambitious set of capital projects. For more information, please visit qu.edu. Connect with Quinnipiac on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, TikTok and X.Responsibilities:

• Advise students across the university regarding their exploration of legal careers and applications to law school.
• Assist with the law school application process; advise and review law school essays; help students determine which schools to apply to; help students assess their likelihood of success in the application process and at various schools.
• Establish connections with law school admissions personnel throughout the northeast and United States.
• Provide information about undergraduate curriculum offerings associated with or preparatory to the study of law, law school programs, admissions standards and procedures & LSAT testing.
• Participate in admissions and orientation events as needed in for the 3+3 Bachelor/JD program.
• Identify and initiate programs to assist students in their decision to pursue a legal education.
• Maintain campus contact with pre-law student groups and with the faculty who assist them.
• Collaborate with faculty and administrators in the School of Law and in undergraduate programs.
• Review and approve eligibility of internal applicants to the 3+3 Bachelor/JD program; work with the schools in establishing their 3+3 program criteria.
• Advise undergraduate students in the 3+3 Bachelor/JD program in collaboration with the School of Law and undergraduate schools/college.

Education Requirements:

• Advanced degree in Counseling, Higher Education Administration, Law, or related field.

Qualifications:

Minimum of 2 years of experience in career advising, counseling, or related field, preferably in a higher education setting.

Familiarity with the legal profession, law school admissions process, and pre-law advising strategies.

Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.

Strong organizational and analytical skills.

Knowledge of an integrated appreciative advising approach to academic and career advising specific to preparing for legal careers and applying to law school.

Skill in developing approaches where the student is strongly engaged in their learning program and career preparation

Proficiency in data analysis and reporting.

Ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders, including students, faculty, staff, and external partners.

Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations and a commitment to diversity and inclusion

Special Instructions to Applicants:

TO APPLY:

Applications must be submitted electronically and include a resume, cover letter addressing how your experience supports the requirements of this position and Quinnipiac' commitment to diversity and inclusion, and contact information for three references on the application form.

Quinnipiac University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Note to Faculty/Staff Applicants Only:If a final candidate is a current or previous Quinnipiac employee, the hiring manager must obtain a reference check from the candidate's current or former manager before making an offer of employment. If the candidate's current or most-recent Quinnipiac supervisor is unavailable, the hiring manager should contact Talent Acquisition for assistance in determining the appropriate alternate contact:

Advertised: November 04, 2024 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: Open until filled

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