Director of Private Sector Programs, Career Development Office (4517U), Berkeley Law - 73472
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Director of Private Sector Programs, Career Development Office (4517U), Berkeley Law - 73472About BerkeleyAt the University of California, Berkeley, we are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence; the transformative opportunity it provides to a large and diverse student body; its public mission and commitment to equity and social justice; and its roots in the California experience, animated by such values as innovation, questioning the status quo, and respect for the environment and nature. Since its founding in 1868, Berkeley has fueled a perpetual renaissance, generating unparalleled intellectual, economic and social value in California, the United States and the world.We are looking for equity-minded applicants who represent the full diversity of California and who demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our community. When you join the team at Berkeley, you can expect to be part of an inclusive, innovative and equity-focused community that approaches higher education as a matter of social justice that requires broad collaboration among faculty, staff, students and community partners.Departmental OverviewBerkeley Law is consistently ranked as one of the top law schools in the nation. The law school has produced leaders in law, government, and society, including Chief Justice of the United States Earl Warren, Secretary of State of the United States Dean Rusk, Attorney General of the United States Edwin Meese, United States Secretary of the Treasury and Chairman of the Federal Reserve G. William Miller, and former Solicitor General of the United States Theodore Olson.At Berkeley Law, we are committed to excellence in education and scholarship, as well as equality of opportunity. We believe we have a responsibility to use our substantial intellectual capital to help solve real-world problems and to create a more just society through clinics, research, and policy engagement. We believe that a Berkeley Law degree is a tool for change, both locally and globally, and that we should be educating the leaders of tomorrow. We maintain an environment that nurtures academic and personal growth, respects a diversity of ideas, and stimulates independent thought and critical reasoning.Position SummaryThe Director of Private Sector Programs ('Director') serves as the team lead for the Career Development Office's ('CDO') private sector team, which currently consists of three private sector career counselors (including the Director) and a private sector program coordinator. The Director oversees the design, implementation and assessment of private sector programming, events, workshops, panels, communications and resources.The Director also assists Berkeley Law's 900 J.D. students and the members of its 10,000+ alumni community, in particular those interested in pursuing private sector legal careers, in shaping and attaining their short- and long-term career goals. As a well-connected, knowledgeable expert on the legal job market, the Director accomplishes this by providing individually tailored, client-driven career counseling as well as by creating, planning, developing, and implementing cutting-edge programs, networking events, other activities (including social media), services, and resources that address a full array of traditional as well as non-traditional private sector practice areas and settings.Responsibilities

Provides one-on-one, individually tailored and client-driven career consulting services to students interested in pursuing private sector careers.

Assists students in conducting their own self-assessments.

Provides students with general advice based on their expert knowledge of the private sector legal market, as well as specific job leads and networking contacts.

Amplifies and promotes best practices in diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

Leads ongoing research and analysis of the current state of the private sector legal services and job markets.

Ensures continuous identification of existing and new career options for alumni attorneys.

Oversees the design, development, and implementation of workshops and programs to meet career needs.

Ensures all logistics are in place for successful programs.

Develops communications and promotion strategy for all private sector programs.

Assists in managing improvements and changes to existing career consulting services.

Serves as the CDO's ambassador to key private sector stakeholders.

Participates in leadership meetings with law school stakeholders and private sector employers.

Establishes new working relationships with law firm recruiters and corporations.

Develops and oversees career-focused programs and events.

Works closely with the Employer Relations Manager for administrative support.

Coordinates with Event Services Unit on specific administrative tasks.

Determines the most effective media for delivering content.

Trains private sector team members on resource usage.

Maintains the Law School's professional network of potential employers.

Participates in panel discussions and presentations related to the private sector legal job market.

Provides career counseling in complex areas requiring specialized expertise.

Engages in professional development and training opportunities as needed.

Performs additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Advanced knowledge of career development theories and counseling processes.

Advanced knowledge of needs assessment theory and program design.

Ability to quickly learn UC programs and employment trends.

Effective problem identification and solving skills.

Strong ability to work with diverse backgrounds.

Detailed knowledge of the private sector legal employment market.

Extensive professional network of practicing attorneys.

Creative and energetic approach to program development.

Knowledge of principles for providing outstanding client services.

Excellent knowledge of human behavior and performance.

Excellent computer skills and adaptability to new software.

Strong attention to detail.

Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

Significant (3+ years) private sector legal practice experience.

Education/Training:

Advanced degree in Law, such as a Juris Doctor (J.D.), and/or equivalent experience/training.

Salary & BenefitsFor information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University, please visit the University of California's Compensation & Benefits website.The budgeted annual salary that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $108,400.00 - $111,800.00.Other Information

This is not a visa opportunity.

This position is eligible for up to 20% remote work.

Conviction History BackgroundThis is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities.Equal Employment OpportunityThe University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.To apply, visit