Placement Specialist

Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in career services, or a human resources role performing a variety of recruiting or career placement activities.
Experience with the law school application process.
Exceptional resume writing, editing and job search skills.
Demonstrated project management abilities, interpersonal skills, professional demeanor and excellence in oral and written communication.
Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative team environment.
Proficiency in MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.
Comfortable presenting to large groups.

Coach pre-law students virtually and in-person, both individually and in group settings, regarding the law school application process, including: decision-making, crafting application materials, selecting schools and law school preparation.
Support Assistant Director of Pre-Law Services with planning, coordinating and presenting workshops and programs related to the law school application process to large groups of students.
Assist in creation of marketing and informational materials including handouts, web pages, career guides, and other materials for undergraduate students, alumni, and employers.
Represent the pre-law program in on-campus and off-campus meetings and conferences.
Support and collaborate with Liberal Arts Career Services team at events, including all fairs.

Master’s degree or a JD.
Demonstrated experience working in higher education career services, admissions coaching or the legal field.
Experience critiquing resumes and admissions essays.
Familiarity with UT departments and processes.
Proficiency in data management and reporting.
Experience with cloud-based software, including Handshake, Symplicity, 12Twenty, and/or Canvas.