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Associate Director-Flex JD and Online… at Albany Law… · Albany
Entry LevelOn-siteAlbany, NY$70k–$80k/yr
Job Description
Are you passionate about helping students achieve their career goals? The Associate Director supports Flex JD, LLM, and MSLS students as they explore career paths, pursue internships, and prepare for post-graduate employment. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through individualized career advising, professional development programming, and connections with employers, alumni, and mentors. This position may offer the opportunity for a fully remote work arrangement.
Your Work Will Include, But Not Be Limited To:
- Advising students on career exploration, job search strategies, and professional development.
- Supporting students with resumes, cover letters, fellowship applications, and career planning.
- Building relationships with employers, alumni, mentors, and community partners to expand career opportunities.
- Coordinating career workshops, networking events, job fairs, and recruitment programs.
- Managing the Mentor Match Program and connecting students with experiential learning opportunities.
- Staying current on legal hiring trends, recruiting timelines, fellowships, and employment opportunities.
- Promoting career resources and programs through publications, social media, and other communications.
Experience and Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) required
- 2-3 years of experience in the legal profession, educational administration, student services, recruiting or related field.
- One year of counseling experience in a student-oriented setting preferred.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, advising, and organizational skills.
- Experience in career counseling, professional development, legal recruiting, higher education, or a related field.
- Knowledge of job search strategies, career exploration, and professional development practices.
- Ability to develop programs, manage multiple priorities, and build effective professional relationships.
- A proactive, student-centered approach and a commitment to helping students achieve career success.
- Ability to travel. Some overnight and weekend travel required.
Compensation
The estimated salary range for this position is $70,000-$80,000 per year. The salary offered will be based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, and in consideration of internal equity. We offer a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental and vision insurance, employer paid disability and life insurance coverage, 5% retirement contribution, CDTA bus pass, and generous time off.
The estimated salary range for this position is $70,000-$80,000 per year. The salary offered will be based on the successful candidate’s relevant experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, and in consideration of internal equity. We offer a comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental and vision insurance, employer paid disability and life insurance coverage, 5% retirement contribution, CDTA bus pass, and generous time off.
Application Instructions:
- Cover letter
- Resume/curriculum vitae
- Contact information for at least three professional references.
Please note that some of these documents may be combined and uploaded as a single PDF. If you need assistance submitting your application materials, please contact hr@albanylaw.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue to be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Albany Law School is committed to ensuring equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in all of its employment practices, without regard to race, color, sex, pregnancy, religion, creed, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, status as transgender or gender transitioning, veteran or military status (including special disabled veteran, Vietnam-era veteran, or recently separated veteran), predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other protected category under applicable local, state, or federal law. This position is offered subject to this commitment, and candidates will be considered on the basis of merit, ability, and valid job qualifications without regard to the aforementioned characteristics.
Celebrating its 175th Anniversary, Albany Law School is located in the heart of New York’s capital, which offers unparalleled access to state and federal courts, the legislature, and a wide range of private and public employers. Join us in continuing a tradition that has produced leaders in all areas of the legal profession, across every area of law, public service, and government including two U.S. Supreme Court Justices and a President of the United States.
Apply now to be part of Albany Law’s next chapter of excellence.
Post 11/2/2026