Pre-Law Advisor/Law Ready Associate Director (AS9864)

Stetson University•DeLand, FL

69d•Onsite

About The Position

The Pre-Law Advisor/Law Ready Associate Director works with the Law Ready Director to support Stetson University by designing and directing initiatives to promote the mission and goals of the Law Ready program. Serving as a member of the Law Ready Team within Academic Affairs, the Pre-Law Advisor/Law Ready Associate Director is the focal position responsible for designing and implementing all efforts to ensure success for students interested in a law-related career. Serves as the primary admissions counselor for Law Ready and as the central student advisor for all Law Ready students. Coordinates and manages student pre-law organizations. In alignment with Stetson’s Strategic Priorities, the Pre-Law Advisor/Law Ready Associate Director will design, implement, and advance programs that promote contemporary, integrative and engaged learning, as well as student success and well-being.

Requirements

Ability to use University database systems to compile pertinent academic information and maintain confidentiality.
Creative problem-solving skills.
Experience with Microsoft Office and ability to learn other computing software systems.
Ability to interpret and explain policies, procedures, goals, and objectives to students, parents, faculty, and staff.
Ability to prioritize, organize, and complete multiple work assignments simultaneously with minimal supervision.
Ability to deal with people in a calm, confident manner and with complete objectivity.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, supervisors, and interdepartmental personnel.
Attention to detail with a high standard of integrity.
Support the University’s Mission and Values in their role.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required.
At least two years of experience in higher education setting working with students.
Must possess current driver license and an insurable driving record through the University’s insurance provide.
Desire to join a distinct university community committed to inclusive excellence, kindness, and collaboration, as it seeks to move Forward Together in making our community and world a better place.

Nice To Haves

J.D. or related advanced degree strongly preferred.
Experience in student academic advising, ideally with a pre-law focus.
Experience in communicating with or working directly with law schools.
Excellent presentation and communication skills with the ability to respond to questions in a group setting in a clear and thorough manner.
Experience managing and supporting student groups and organizations.
Knowledge of effective budget management practices.
Ability to offer law-related courses to undergraduates when needed.
Direct experience participating in or advising/coaching Mock Trial or Moot Court competitive teams.

Responsibilities

Serves as a Pre-Law Academic Advisor for undergraduate students in the Law Ready program.
Provides guidance on the field of law, how to excel in the first year, exploring majors, engaging in experiential learning, and pathways to law school.
Supports students by helping with LSAT readiness, law school application preparation (e.g., resumes, personal statements, and other writing samples), application timelines, potential school research, and assisting with law school financial planning.
Maintains detailed advising notes in the University’s system and communicates, as needed, with students’ major academic advisor.
Participates in pre-law information, outreach, and programming initiatives in coordination with the Law Ready Director.
Assists with University-wide Advisor education programs.
Participates in actively recruiting prospective students to the Law Ready program.
Partners with Admissions to design novel and effective recruitment programming and materials.
Attends and presents at University recruitment events and participates in individual meetings with prospective students and families.
Maintains websites and digital communications for Law Ready.
Directs and manages the 4+3/3+3 Pathway Cohort program.
Communicates and meets with students in these programs to ensure they are maintaining adequate progress to meet required benchmarks.
Designs and implements additional student support programming to promote success.
Actively recruits prospective and current students into these pathways.
Coordinates with Stetson College of Law Admissions on updates to the program.
Assists the Law Ready Director in all aspects related to the success of the Mock Trial and Moot Court teams.
Serves as primary coordinator of team logistics, including student recruitment, coach recruitment and support, competition planning, travel coordination and budget management.
Serves as the staff advisor for the Law Ready Executive Council.
Helps coordinate and support the activities of all Pre-Law related student groups, including Mock Trial, Moot Court, Phi Alpha Theta, Black Law Student Association, and the LatinX Law Student Association.
Partners with the Office of Institutional Research and Effectiveness to track, analyze and produce reports on key Law Ready metrics, including recruitment, student success, and post-graduation outcomes.
Works with the Law Ready Director to organize annual events, such as Law Ready Orientation, Law Ready Homecoming event, and the Senior Decision Panel.
Provides ongoing information and updates on law school admission trends relevant to Stetson students and the Law Ready program.
Actively follows relevant changes to policies impacting students applying to law school.
Attends conferences and workshops to maintain industry best practices.
Collaborates with the Law Ready Director to advance initiatives that further the goals and mission of Law Ready.
Performs other duties as assigned by the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences.